Leader: Nawaz Sharif
Geopolitical analyses and chronicles addressing the decisions, influence, and historical impact of Nawaz Sharif.
Published Chronicles & Analyses
Nuclear Testing on the Subcontinent 1998: India and Pakistan Go Atomic
India's Pokhran-II underground nuclear tests and Pakistan's swift response with the Chagai-I tests, establishing both as nuclear-armed states.
The Rise of the Taliban in Afghanistan 1996: The Islamic Fundamentalist Order
A comprehensive analysis of how the fundamentalist Taliban militia captured Kabul in 1996, enforced a strict interpretation of Sharia law, and transformed Afghanistan into a safe haven for Al-Qaeda, detailing the historical, geopolitical, and socio-economic factors at play.
The Invasion of Afghanistan 2001: The Fall of the Taliban and the Longest War
Operation Enduring Freedom: the rapid collapse of the Taliban regime with Northern Alliance ground support, and the installation of a new government. This article details the historical context, military strategy, geopolitical consequences, and long-term legacy of the initial invasion and the subsequent nation-building challenges.