Tag: regional stability

  • Middle East Realignment after Gaza: From Proxy Wars to Direct Diplomacy?

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    Abbas Khan Kakkar
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    The Gaza war has triggered a subtle but significant shift in Middle Eastern politics, exposing the limits of proxy warfare and accelerating a turn toward direct diplomacy. As Saudi Arabia, Iran, and regional middle powers recalibrate their strategies, the region stands at a crossroads between enduring conflict and pragmatic negotiation.

  • The Nuclear Non-proliferation Treaty

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    Bisma Batool Qureshi
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    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…