Read my essay from last week on the Pakistan-Iran relationship, posted a bit late here as I was away travelling when it was published.
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Uzbekistan: Rising Star of the Afghan Peace Process
My latest article, available here, examines Uzbekistan’s surprisingly prominent role in the Afghan peace process.
How the Taliban Turn Captured Weapons Into Propaganda
Read my latest article for TRT World, looking at the Taliban’s capture of weapons from the Afghan military. I argue that this gear may be more important as propaganda than for any tactical advantage it bestows.
India’s Afghan Isolation
My latest article looks at India’s policy in Afghanistan as peace talks gain momentum.
Slowly but Surely, China is Moving into Afghanistan
My new story, available here, looks at China’s growing role in Afghanistan and the prospects of expanding its Belt & Road Initiative there.
Has Pakistan Won the War in Afghanistan?
During a recent trip to Lahore, several Pakistanis told me that their country had won the Afghan war. My new article asks if this is true.
US Greatly Downplaying Size of Afghan Taliban
My new story at TRT World shows that the Taliban has around three times as many fighters as officials estimate, in addition to tens of thousands of support personnel.
India, Russia, and the S-400 Deal
My new article, available here, considers the political ramifications of the S-400 missile deal between India and Russia.
Should India Talk to the Taliban?
India is the only major country involved in Afghanistan that does not have contacts with the Taliban. Should it reconsider? Read my new article in TRT World for more.
The Crisis in US-Saudi Relations
I have a new piece up at TRT World on the escalating crisis in US-Saudi relations, and the possibility that Riyadh will get closer to Russia and China as a result.
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