Security & Conflict
Crossroads of Crime: Drug Trafficking Networks in the Indian Ocean Region
More than 70 per cent of the globe is covered by Oceans, which are playing a significant role in climate change, war, geopolitics and...
The Security Imperative: Pakistan’s Nuclear Deterrence and Diplomacy – Book Review
Zamir Akram's book, "The Security Imperative: ‘Pakistan’s Nuclear Deterrence, and Diplomacy’ offers a rich and insightful analysis of Pakistan’s nuclear-capability. While it covers most...
Publicizing the Bugs, Malfunctions, Failures, and Locations of Lethal AWS to Avoid Accidental Escalations
Executive Summary: AI-lethal autonomous weapon systems are likely to begin seeing the battlefield or widespread adoption in the near future. However, AWS possesses the...
Missile Mastery – Shaheen-II Launch
Pakistan announced successful test-firing of Shaheen-II surface-to-surface ballistic missile, which was a major boost to country’s defense power. This is not merely a military...
Pakistan’s Battle Against Afghan Infiltration
The infiltration into Pakistan from Afghanistan remains a pressing security concern, with incidents of terrorism continuing to plague the region. On the night of...
Indonesian Cyber Defense: Lessons, Challenges, and the Path Forward for a Military Cyber Force
Indonesia’s New Cyber Military Force Idea
In recent years, Indonesia has faced an alarming surge in cyber threats, ranging from data breaches of public and...
Clarifying Strategic Risks: Scenarios of an Israel-Iran War
Iran continues to taunt Israel with threats of annihilation. But such threats have no tangible strategic foundation. They are erected on a flimsy structure...
The Dark Web and Terrorism: A Growing Menace in Pakistan’s Digital Landscape
In recent years, Pakistan has grappled with numerous security challenges, among which the menace of digital terrorism stands out. The advent of the dark...
Autonomous Weapon Systems: A Moral Discussion and Considerations for Regulation
ABSTRACT: Autonomous weapon systems (AWS) powered by AI are rapidly advancing, offering strategic military advantages but also raising profound moral and regulatory challenges. This...
Ismail Haniyeh’s assassination and Israel-Iran Spy Games
Ismail Haniyeh’s assassination in the heart of Iran’s capital comes as major game changer in regional politics. The incident comes at a particularly dangerous moment...