pakistan
In Pakistan, a Tale of Two Very Different Political Movements
Michael Kugelman, Adam Weinstein Mon, Jan 4, 2021, 10:58 AM
Pakistan’s two newest political disrupters could not be more different. Here’s why that matters.
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Afghanistan
What’s in the Lead Inspector General’s Quarterly Report on Afghanistan?
Bryce Klehm Mon, Nov 30, 2020, 1:28 PM
The inspector general’s quarterly report provides an interesting status update on the conflict in Afghanistan in light of the Trump administration’s expedited drawdown.
Afghanistan
Where’s the U.S. Strategy for Counternarcotics in Afghanistan?
Tia Sewell Wed, Nov 18, 2020, 8:01 AM
The drug trade presents a critical challenge to security and stability in Afghanistan. Why hasn’t the U.S. revised its counternarcotics strategy since 2012?
Afghanistan/Pakistan
Who Is the New Leader of Islamic State-Khorasan Province?
Abdul Sayed Wed, Sep 2, 2020, 8:01 AM
Shahab al-Muhajir inherits a weakened organization, but may benefit from a background that sets him outside of some local disputes.
Afghanistan/Pakistan
Will the Afghan Peace Process Be Pakistan’s Road to Redemption?
Madiha Afzal Thu, Jul 9, 2020, 8:01 AM
Despite tensions with the Trump administration, Pakistan has become an important intermediary in negotiations with the Taliban.
Afghanistan
Will the United States Really Go to Zero Troops in Afghanistan?
Jonathan Schroden Mon, Jun 15, 2020, 8:34 AM
The agreement with the Taliban calls for U.S. troops to withdraw entirely, but some conditions in the deal may prevent that.
Afghanistan/Pakistan
Fault Lines: Peace In Our Time?
Lester Munson Tue, Mar 24, 2020, 5:12 PM
On Feb.
Afghanistan
The U.S. Gets U.N. Support for the Taliban Deal
Pamela Falk, Jacques Singer-Emery Tue, Mar 10, 2020, 6:41 PM
With this U.N. Security Council vote, the U.S. has made good on a promise included in the peace agreement with the Taliban. But many are skeptical of the deal.
Sanctions
Could the U.S. Sanction the International Criminal Court?
Peter E. Harrell Mon, Mar 9, 2020, 8:49 AM
Yes, but that doesn’t mean it’s a good idea.
pakistan
Why Is Pakistan’s Military Repressing a Huge, Nonviolent Pashtun Protest Movement?
Madiha Afzal Tue, Feb 18, 2020, 8:58 AM
Tens of thousands of protesters are rallying against the Pakistani military's operations in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas.