[{"id":1475,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2025\/02\/from-deterrence-to-diplomacy-pakistans-nuclear-program-and-regional-fallout\/","name":"from-deterrence-to-diplomacy-pakistans-nuclear-program-and-regional-fallout","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"From Deterrence to Diplomacy: Pakistan\u2019s Nuclear Program and Regional Fallout","author":{"name":"Tayyaba Arshad","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/tayyaba-arshad\/"},"date":"Feb 1, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-02-01 19:11:32","modifiedDate":"2025-02-01 19:17:30","modifiedDateGMT":"2025-02-01 19:17:30","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/research-papers\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Research Papers<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/research-papers\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Research Papers<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/energy-security\/' rel='post_tag'>Energy Security<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/global-security\/' rel='post_tag'>global security<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/india-pakistan-rivalry\/' rel='post_tag'>India-Pakistan rivalry<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/missile-technology\/' rel='post_tag'>missile technology<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/non-proliferation\/' rel='post_tag'>non-proliferation<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-arms-race\/' rel='post_tag'>nuclear arms race<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-deterrence\/' rel='post_tag'>Nuclear deterrence<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-diplomacy\/' rel='post_tag'>Nuclear diplomacy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-proliferation\/' rel='post_tag'>nuclear proliferation<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/pakistan-nuclear-program\/' rel='post_tag'>Pakistan nuclear program<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/pakistan-china-collaboration\/' rel='post_tag'>Pakistan-China collaboration<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/regional-security\/' rel='post_tag'>Regional Security<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/south-asia\/' rel='post_tag'>South Asia<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/strategic-stability\/' rel='post_tag'>Strategic Stability<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/tactical-nuclear-weapons\/' rel='post_tag'>tactical nuclear weapons<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/tayyaba-arshad\/' rel='author'>Tayyaba Arshad<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/samar-khalid\/' rel='author'>Samar Khalid<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/shumail-tariq-kiani\/' rel='author'>Shumail Tariq Kiani<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":8,"sec":51},"status":"publish","excerpt":"Pakistan's nuclear strategy has shifted from deterrence to a broader regional approach, balancing energy needs and security concerns. From its early nuclear energy initiatives to strategic partnerships with China and advancements in missile technology, Pakistan's nuclear program continues to shape regional dynamics. However, its evolving doctrine, including the development of tactical nuclear weapons and long-range missiles, has raised international concerns over proliferation risks and stability in South Asia. Can diplomacy replace deterrence in the region\u2019s nuclear calculus?"},{"id":1458,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/12\/the-long-game-book-review\/","name":"the-long-game-book-review","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"The Long Game: Book Review","author":{"name":"Muhammad Naseem","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/muhammad-naseem\/"},"date":"Dec 27, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-12-27 12:14:41","modifiedDate":"2024-12-27 12:14:46","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-12-27 12:14:46","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/book-review-and-analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Book Reviews<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/book-review-and-analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Book Reviews<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/china-diplomacy\/' rel='post_tag'>China diplomacy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/china-india-relations\/' rel='post_tag'>China-India relations<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/chinese-negotiating-strategies\/' rel='post_tag'>Chinese negotiating strategies<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/cultural-diplomacy\/' rel='post_tag'>Cultural Diplomacy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/geopolitical-strategy\/' rel='post_tag'>geopolitical strategy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/india-foreign-policy\/' rel='post_tag'>India foreign policy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/international-negotiations\/' rel='post_tag'>international negotiations<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/sino-indian-diplomacy\/' rel='post_tag'>Sino-Indian diplomacy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/the-long-game\/' rel='post_tag'>The Long Game<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/vijay-keshav-gokhale\/' rel='post_tag'>Vijay Keshav Gokhale<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/muhammad-naseem\/' rel='author'>Muhammad Naseem<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":4,"sec":59},"status":"publish","excerpt":"\"The Long Game by Vijay Keshav Gokhale offers a deep dive into China's strategic negotiating tactics with India. Drawing from historical events and personal experiences, Gokhale highlights China's disciplined, asymmetrical approach and calls for India to adopt a long-term, strategic mindset to counter China's dominance. A must-read for policymakers and those interested in Sino-Indian relations.\""},{"id":1445,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/12\/critical-issues-facing-south-asia-non-traditional-challenges\/","name":"critical-issues-facing-south-asia-non-traditional-challenges","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"Critical Issues Facing South Asia: Non-Traditional Challenges","author":{"name":"Munaza Zainab","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/munaza-zainab\/"},"date":"Dec 11, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-12-11 17:12:19","modifiedDate":"2024-12-11 17:24:29","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-12-11 17:24:29","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/book-review-and-analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Book Reviews<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/book-review-and-analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Book Reviews<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/cultural-diplomacy\/' rel='post_tag'>Cultural Diplomacy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/emerging-technologies\/' rel='post_tag'>Emerging Technologies<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/issi\/' rel='post_tag'>ISSI<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/policy-analysis\/' rel='post_tag'>Policy Analysis<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/regional-politics\/' rel='post_tag'>Regional Politics<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/security-challenges\/' rel='post_tag'>Security challenges<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/south-asia\/' rel='post_tag'>South Asia<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/strategic-stability\/' rel='post_tag'>Strategic Stability<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/water-security\/' rel='post_tag'>Water Security<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/youth-engagement\/' rel='post_tag'>Youth Engagement<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/munaza-zainab\/' rel='author'>Munaza Zainab<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":3,"sec":36},"status":"publish","excerpt":"Explore a detailed review of Critical Issues Facing South Asia: Politics, Security, and Non-Traditional Challenges, edited by Dr. Khurram Abbas. This comprehensive volume addresses pressing regional challenges, from strategic stability and cultural diplomacy to water security and emerging technologies, offering a youth-driven, interdisciplinary perspective."},{"id":1439,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/12\/the-nuclear-non-proliferation-treaty\/","name":"the-nuclear-non-proliferation-treaty","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"The Nuclear Non-proliferation Treaty","author":{"name":"Bisma Batool Qureshi","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/bisma-batool-qureshi\/"},"date":"Dec 9, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-12-09 16:42:30","modifiedDate":"2024-12-09 16:43:06","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-12-09 16:43:06","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/explainer\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Explainer<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/explainer\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Explainer<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/disarmament\/' rel='post_tag'>disarmament<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/global-security\/' rel='post_tag'>global security<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/international-order\/' rel='post_tag'>international order<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/non-nuclear-weapon-states\/' rel='post_tag'>non-nuclear weapon states<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/npt-challenges\/' rel='post_tag'>NPT challenges<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-arms-race\/' rel='post_tag'>nuclear arms race<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-non-proliferation-treaty\/' rel='post_tag'>Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-weapons\/' rel='post_tag'>nuclear weapons<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/peaceful-nuclear-technology\/' rel='post_tag'>peaceful nuclear technology<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/regional-stability\/' rel='post_tag'>regional stability<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/bisma-batool-qureshi\/' rel='author'>Bisma Batool Qureshi<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":5,"sec":24},"status":"publish","excerpt":"The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), established in 1968, was designed to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons, promote disarmament, and ensure equitable access to peaceful nuclear technology. However, its structural weaknesses, geopolitical rivalries, and selective enforcement have raised critical concerns about its effectiveness. From disarmament failures to regional instability, the NPT has struggled to address the security concerns of non-nuclear weapon states. This calls for urgent reforms, renewed commitments, and alternative frameworks to uphold global security and equity."},{"id":1433,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/12\/russia-ukraine-war-and-vulnerabilities-of-civilian-nuclear-power-plants\/","name":"russia-ukraine-war-and-vulnerabilities-of-civilian-nuclear-power-plants","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR AND VULNERABILITIES OF CIVILIAN NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS","author":{"name":"Ahmad Ibrahim","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/ahmad-ibrahim\/"},"date":"Dec 2, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-12-02 13:07:52","modifiedDate":"2024-12-02 13:08:51","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-12-02 13:08:51","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/opinion-articles\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Opinion Articles<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/opinion-articles\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Opinion Articles<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/civilian-infrastructure\/' rel='post_tag'>civilian infrastructure<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/cnpp-vulnerabilities\/' rel='post_tag'>CNPP vulnerabilities<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/conflict-zones\/' rel='post_tag'>conflict zones<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/cyber-sabotage\/' rel='post_tag'>cyber sabotage<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/energy-infrastructure\/' rel='post_tag'>energy infrastructure<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/international-safeguards\/' rel='post_tag'>international safeguards<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/modern-warfare\/' rel='post_tag'>modern warfare<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-meltdown-prevention\/' rel='post_tag'>nuclear meltdown prevention<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-power-plants\/' rel='post_tag'>nuclear power plants<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-safety\/' rel='post_tag'>nuclear safety<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nuclear-security\/' rel='post_tag'>nuclear security<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/radioactive-contamination\/' rel='post_tag'>radioactive contamination<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/russia-ukraine-war\/' rel='post_tag'>Russia-Ukraine war<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/zaporizhzhya-nuclear-power-plant\/' rel='post_tag'>Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/ahmad-ibrahim\/' rel='author'>Ahmad Ibrahim<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":5,"sec":24},"status":"publish","excerpt":"The Russia-Ukraine war has highlighted the vulnerabilities of civilian nuclear power plants (CNPPs) in conflict zones, exposing them to threats like direct attacks, power disruptions, cyber sabotage, and material theft. With facilities like the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) caught in the crossfire, the war underscores the urgent need for robust international safeguards to prevent nuclear disasters in modern warfare."},{"id":1428,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/11\/gender-equality-in-pakistan-destruction-of-foundations\/","name":"gender-equality-in-pakistan-destruction-of-foundations","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"Gender Equality in Pakistan: Destruction of Foundations","author":{"name":"Saad Burney","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/saad-burney\/"},"date":"Nov 29, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-11-29 15:15:56","modifiedDate":"2024-11-29 15:16:46","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-11-29 15:16:46","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/non-traditional-security\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Non-Traditional Security<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/non-traditional-security\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Non-Traditional Security<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/child-marriages\/' rel='post_tag'>child marriages<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/gender-discrimination\/' rel='post_tag'>gender discrimination<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/gender-equality\/' rel='post_tag'>gender equality<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/inheritance-disputes\/' rel='post_tag'>inheritance disputes<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/noor-muqaddam\/' rel='post_tag'>Noor Muqaddam<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/pakistan\/' rel='post_tag'>pakistan<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/religious-extremism\/' rel='post_tag'>religious extremism<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/societal-norms\/' rel='post_tag'>societal norms.<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/violence-against-women\/' rel='post_tag'>violence against women<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/women-empowerment\/' rel='post_tag'>women empowerment<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/women-in-politics\/' rel='post_tag'>women in politics<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/womens-education\/' rel='post_tag'>women's education<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/womens-financial-independence\/' rel='post_tag'>women's financial independence<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/womens-rights\/' rel='post_tag'>women's rights<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/zainab-ansari\/' rel='post_tag'>Zainab Ansari<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/saad-burney\/' rel='author'>Saad Burney<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":4,"sec":32},"status":"publish","excerpt":"Gender equality in Pakistan remains a distant dream, hindered by societal conservatism, discriminatory practices, and misinterpretations of religion. From the tragic cases of Zainab Ansari and Noor Muqaddam to systemic issues like child marriages and inheritance disputes, women face exploitation and violence masked as tradition. With 55% of women illiterate and minimal representation in decision-making, the road to empowerment is fraught with challenges. To break these barriers, self-sufficiency and leadership training are essential for women to rise as change-makers in a male-dominated society."},{"id":1418,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/11\/south-china-sea-a-powder-keg-of-global-tension\/","name":"south-china-sea-a-powder-keg-of-global-tension","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"South China Sea: A Powder Keg of Global Tension","author":{"name":"Arzam Bajwa","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/arzam-bajwa\/"},"date":"Nov 27, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-11-27 15:11:49","modifiedDate":"2024-11-27 15:18:36","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-11-27 15:18:36","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/explainer\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Explainer<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/explainer\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Explainer<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/asean\/' rel='post_tag'>ASEAN<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/china-us-relations\/' rel='post_tag'>China-US relations<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/freedom-of-navigation\/' rel='post_tag'>freedom of navigation<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/global-geopolitics\/' rel='post_tag'>global geopolitics<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/global-trade\/' rel='post_tag'>Global trade<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/international-security\/' rel='post_tag'>international security<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/maritime-disputes\/' rel='post_tag'>maritime disputes<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nine-dash-line\/' rel='post_tag'>nine-dash line<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/paracel-islands\/' rel='post_tag'>Paracel Islands<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/south-china-sea\/' rel='post_tag'>South China Sea<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/southeast-asia\/' rel='post_tag'>Southeast Asia<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/spratly-islands\/' rel='post_tag'>Spratly Islands<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/taiwan-conflict\/' rel='post_tag'>Taiwan conflict<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/territorial-disputes\/' rel='post_tag'>territorial disputes<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/arzam-bajwa\/' rel='author'>Arzam Bajwa<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":4,"sec":1},"status":"publish","excerpt":"The South China Sea, a crucial maritime hub linking the Pacific and Indian Oceans, is a focal point of global tension. Hosting a third of the world's trade and rich in oil, gas, and fishing resources, the region is contested by multiple nations, with China's expansive nine-dash line at the center of the dispute. Military standoffs, U.S. countermeasures, and the Taiwan conflict add layers of complexity, underscoring the urgent need for diplomatic solutions to prevent escalation in this volatile region."},{"id":1411,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/11\/the-iran-russia-security-nexus-under-trumps-second-term\/","name":"the-iran-russia-security-nexus-under-trumps-second-term","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"The Iran-Russia Security Nexus Under Trump\u2019s Second Term","author":{"name":"Asif Aziz","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/asif-aziz\/"},"date":"Nov 21, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-11-21 10:05:42","modifiedDate":"2024-11-21 10:06:29","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-11-21 10:06:29","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Analysis<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Analysis<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/abraham-accords\/' rel='post_tag'>Abraham Accords<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/china-geopolitical-threat\/' rel='post_tag'>China geopolitical threat<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/global-geopolitics\/' rel='post_tag'>global geopolitics<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/international-security\/' rel='post_tag'>international security<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/iran-russia-relations\/' rel='post_tag'>Iran-Russia relations<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/israel-hamas-conflict\/' rel='post_tag'>Israel-Hamas conflict<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/middle-east-tensions\/' rel='post_tag'>Middle East tensions<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nato-expansion\/' rel='post_tag'>NATO expansion<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/trump-second-term\/' rel='post_tag'>Trump second term<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/u-s-foreign-policy\/' rel='post_tag'>U.S. foreign policy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/u-s-hegemony\/' rel='post_tag'>U.S. hegemony<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/ukraine-war\/' rel='post_tag'>Ukraine war<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/unipolar-world-order\/' rel='post_tag'>unipolar world order<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/asif-aziz\/' rel='author'>Asif Aziz<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":7,"sec":26},"status":"publish","excerpt":"The resurgence of Donald Trump to the White House signals a potential reshaping of global geopolitics. With heightened tensions in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, the dynamics of the Iran-Russia nexus could see significant shifts under his administration. From the complexities of the Israel-Hamas conflict to Russia's strategic interests in Ukraine, Trump's promises of peace face daunting challenges. Will his second term fortify U.S. dominance or mark a critical turning point in the unipolar world order?"},{"id":1405,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/11\/womens-education-in-afghanistan\/","name":"womens-education-in-afghanistan","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"Women\u2019s Education in Afghanistan","author":{"name":"Harmain Javed","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/harmain-javed\/"},"date":"Nov 16, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-11-16 01:19:04","modifiedDate":"2024-11-16 01:19:08","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-11-16 01:19:08","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Analysis<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Analysis<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/afghan-economy\/' rel='post_tag'>Afghan economy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/afghan-girls\/' rel='post_tag'>Afghan girls<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/afghan-girls-education\/' rel='post_tag'>Afghan girls education<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/afghan-women-empowerment\/' rel='post_tag'>Afghan women empowerment<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/afghanistan\/' rel='post_tag'>afghanistan<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/education-bans\/' rel='post_tag'>education bans<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/education-challenges\/' rel='post_tag'>education challenges<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/education-in-conflict-zones\/' rel='post_tag'>education in conflict zones<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/education-policy\/' rel='post_tag'>education policy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/education-reforms\/' rel='post_tag'>education reforms<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/education-rights\/' rel='post_tag'>education rights<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/gender-discrimination\/' rel='post_tag'>gender discrimination<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/gender-inequality\/' rel='post_tag'>gender inequality<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/girls-education-crisis\/' rel='post_tag'>girls' education crisis<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/human-rights\/' rel='post_tag'>human rights<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/international-pressure\/' rel='post_tag'>international pressure<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/securitylense\/' rel='post_tag'>Securitylense<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/shariah-and-education\/' rel='post_tag'>Shariah and education<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/sustainable-development\/' rel='post_tag'>sustainable development<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/taliban-policies\/' rel='post_tag'>Taliban policies<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/un-sdg-5\/' rel='post_tag'>UN SDG 5<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/womens-education\/' rel='post_tag'>women's education<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/harmain-javed\/' rel='author'>Harmain Javed<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":7,"sec":21},"status":"publish","excerpt":"Women's education in Afghanistan faces critical challenges under Taliban rule. This article explores the historical and current state of female education, the impact of Taliban policies, economic crises, and security issues, and offers recommendations to enhance educational opportunities for Afghan women and girls."},{"id":1395,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/11\/political-unity-in-pakistan-analyzing-collective-stance-on-palestine\/","name":"political-unity-in-pakistan-analyzing-collective-stance-on-palestine","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"Political unity in Pakistan: Analyzing collective stance on Palestine","author":{"name":"Hamna Obaid","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/hamna-obaid\/"},"date":"Nov 11, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-11-11 14:06:32","modifiedDate":"2024-11-11 14:06:38","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-11-11 14:06:38","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/opinion-articles\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Opinion Articles<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/opinion-articles\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Opinion Articles<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/bilawal-bhutto-zardari\/' rel='post_tag'>Bilawal Bhutto Zardari<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/gaza\/' rel='post_tag'>Gaza<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/global-solidarity\/' rel='post_tag'>global solidarity<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/human-rights\/' rel='post_tag'>human rights<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/middle-east-crisis\/' rel='post_tag'>Middle East crisis<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/multi-party-conference\/' rel='post_tag'>Multi-Party Conference<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/nawaz-sharif\/' rel='post_tag'>Nawaz Sharif<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/oic\/' rel='post_tag'>OIC<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/pakistan\/' rel='post_tag'>pakistan<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/pakistan-foreign-policy\/' rel='post_tag'>Pakistan foreign policy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/palestine\/' rel='post_tag'>Palestine<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/palestinian-support\/' rel='post_tag'>Palestinian support<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/political-unity\/' rel='post_tag'>political unity<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/securitylense\/' rel='post_tag'>Securitylense<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/shehbaz-sharif\/' rel='post_tag'>Shehbaz Sharif<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/hamna-obaid\/' rel='author'>Hamna Obaid<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":4,"sec":40},"status":"publish","excerpt":"Amid growing concerns over Israel's aggression in Palestine, Pakistan's political leaders have united for a common cause, setting aside domestic challenges to voice support for Gaza. This recent Multi-Party Conference marks a crucial moment, underscoring Pakistan\u2019s commitment to peace and human rights in Palestine. But can a unified Pakistan create lasting change for Palestinians?"},{"id":1381,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/11\/what-does-trumps-presidency-mean-for-pakistan\/","name":"what-does-trumps-presidency-mean-for-pakistan","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"What does Trump's presidency mean for Pakistan","author":{"name":"Zohran Baig","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/zohran-baig\/"},"date":"Nov 7, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-11-07 09:40:26","modifiedDate":"2024-11-07 09:40:54","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-11-07 09:40:54","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Analysis<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Analysis<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/cpec\/' rel='post_tag'>CPEC<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/economic-policy\/' rel='post_tag'>Economic Policy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/foreign-aid\/' rel='post_tag'>Foreign Aid<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/pakistan-exports\/' rel='post_tag'>Pakistan Exports<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/security-cooperation\/' rel='post_tag'>Security Cooperation<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/south-asian-geopolitics\/' rel='post_tag'>South Asian Geopolitics<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/trade-war\/' rel='post_tag'>Trade War<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/trump-presidency\/' rel='post_tag'>Trump Presidency<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/us-china-tensions\/' rel='post_tag'>US-China Tensions<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/us-pakistan-relations\/' rel='post_tag'>US-Pakistan Relations<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/zohran-baig\/' rel='author'>Zohran Baig<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":5,"sec":27},"status":"publish","excerpt":"The re-election of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States is bound to reshape the dynamics of U.S.-Pakistan relations. While Pakistani leaders express optimism about strengthening ties, a closer look suggests a more complex scenario. Economic challenges are on the horizon as Trump\u2019s proposed tariffs could affect Pakistan's textile exports. On the geopolitical front, Pakistan may face renewed pressure to distance itself from China amidst rising U.S.-China tensions. However, an opportunity for increased U.S. security cooperation could aid Pakistan in addressing its own security concerns. As Islamabad navigates these shifts, a balanced approach with both Washington and Beijing will be crucial."},{"id":1375,"link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/2024\/11\/pakistans-stance-on-terrorism-is-pakistan-serious-about-terrorism\/","name":"pakistans-stance-on-terrorism-is-pakistan-serious-about-terrorism","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"Pakistan's Stance on Terrorism: Is Pakistan Serious about Terrorism?","author":{"name":"Editorial team","link":"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/admin\/"},"date":"Nov 5, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-11-05 16:22:03","modifiedDate":"2024-11-05 16:22:07","modifiedDateGMT":"2024-11-05 16:22:07","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"open","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Analysis<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/securitylense.com\/category\/analysis\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Analysis<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/counterterrorism-in-pakistan\/' rel='post_tag'>Counterterrorism in Pakistan<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/national-security\/' rel='post_tag'>National Security<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/pakistan-government-actions\/' rel='post_tag'>Pakistan Government Actions<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/pakistan-terrorism-policy\/' rel='post_tag'>Pakistan Terrorism Policy<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/regional-security\/' rel='post_tag'>Regional Security<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/terrorism-prevention\/' rel='post_tag'>Terrorism Prevention<\/a><a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/tag\/traditional-security\/' rel='post_tag'>Traditional security<\/a>","author":"<a href='https:\/\/securitylense.com\/author\/admin\/' rel='author'>Editorial team<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":3,"sec":59},"status":"publish","excerpt":"\"Pakistan\u2019s approach to terrorism has long been a topic of debate, both domestically and on the global stage. With increasing pressure from international allies and neighbors, is Pakistan truly committed to eradicating terrorism, or are its efforts more rhetoric than action? This post delves into Pakistan\u2019s counterterrorism strategies, the challenges it faces, and what\u2019s needed for a genuine, sustainable shift toward peace and security.\""}]