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​The Evolution of the Afghanistan–Pakistan Conflict Pattern; and its Implications for Iran
​The Evolution of the Afghanistan–Pakistan Conflict Pattern; and its Implications for Iran
The Logic of China’s Strategic Behavior in Afghanistan: Avoiding the “Afghan Trap”
The Logic of China’s Strategic Behavior in Afghanistan: Avoiding the “Afghan Trap”
Pakistan’s View of a “Strategic Partnership” with Iran: Initiatives and Recommendations
Pakistan’s View of a “Strategic Partnership” with Iran: Initiatives and Recommendations
From periphery to bridge: Central Asia
From periphery to bridge: Central Asia's rising role in Iran's "Look East" policy

Interview

Regional Security Test in Tajikistan; Terrorism, Hidden Actors, and New Equations
Regional Security Test in Tajikistan; Terrorism, Hidden Actors, and New Equations
Central Asia
Central Asia's responses to the US-Israel Aggression against Iran
The Establishment of Jolani’s Government in Syria: Implications for Central Asia
The Establishment of Jolani’s Government in Syria: Implications for Central Asia
Arab States and Taliban Government: Approaches and Relations
Arab States and Taliban Government: Approaches and Relations
 

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​The Evolution of the Afghanistan–Pakistan Conflict Pattern; and its Implications for Iran
​The Evolution of the Afghanistan–Pakistan Conflict Pattern; and its Implications for Iran
1405-03-07 10:58:34
Based on the recurring clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan and the absence of any clear prospect for resolving this conflict, the dispute between the two countries can be analyzed within the framework of the concept of “chronic structural conflict....
The Logic of China’s Strategic Behavior in Afghanistan: Avoiding the “Afghan Trap”
The Logic of China’s Strategic Behavior in Afghanistan: Avoiding the “Afghan Trap”
China’s peripheral diplomacy toward Afghanistan is based on three core logics: prioritizing the preservation of minimum stability over direct intervention; active multilateralization without assuming ...
17 Feb 2026 - 12:38
Pakistan’s View of a “Strategic Partnership” with Iran: Initiatives and Recommendations
Pakistan’s View of a “Strategic Partnership” with Iran: Initiatives and Recommendations
An analysis of Pakistan’s perception of a strategic partnership with the Islamic Republic of Iran indicates that the primary obstacle to deepening this relationship is not the absence of shared interests,...
3 Feb 2026 - 10:35
From periphery to bridge: Central Asia
From periphery to bridge: Central Asia's rising role in Iran's "Look East" policy
The achievements of the Iranian President’s recent visit to Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan were quite significant at the political and functional levels. However, the most important output of this constructive ...
18 Jan 2026 - 10:25
​The New Coalition of "National Alignment for the Future of Afghanistan": Opportunities and Challenges
​The New Coalition of "National Alignment for the Future of Afghanistan": Opportunities and Challenges
National Alignment for the Future of Afghanistan: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Preconditions for Success of a Negotiation-Centered Political Initiative to Overcome the Taliban Crisis and Achieve ...
29 Dec 2025 - 10:45
​Trump
​Trump's Central Asian Thaw: From Impracticalism to A new prospect
The inescapable reality following the C5+1 leaders’ summit is that the level of relations between the United States and Central Asia has been upgraded. However, another aspect of this reality is that ...
30 Nov 2025 - 13:16
The Possible Transition of Afghanistan from the South Asian Order to the Eurasian One
The Possible Transition of Afghanistan from the South Asian Order to the Eurasian One
Part of Afghanistan’s challenges stem from the country’s deep dependence on the South Asian order that has taken shape over the past decades. The ongoing rivalry between India and Pakistan has imposed ...
23 Nov 2025 - 08:03
​Central Asia’s View of a Possible U.S. Return to Bagram
​Central Asia’s View of a Possible U.S. Return to Bagram
A sensitive look at Central Asia's return to Bagram; a cost-benefit analysis, the escalating competition between major players, and the consequences that are worth saving and rereading.
19 Nov 2025 - 10:30
​The U.S. Return to Afghanistan’s Bagram Airbase: Consequences and Scenarios
​The U.S. Return to Afghanistan’s Bagram Airbase: Consequences and Scenarios
In recent weeks, statements by the U.S. President regarding the necessity of reclaiming the Bagram Airbase have once again brought Afghanistan to the center of international attention. The Taliban, however,...
15 Nov 2025 - 14:02
The ITI Railway Corridor and the Iran–Pakistan FTA: Two Wings of Regional Trade Development
The ITI Railway Corridor and the Iran–Pakistan FTA: Two Wings of Regional Trade Development
The ongoing Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Iran and Pakistan and the revival of the Istanbul–Tehran–Islamabad (ITI) railway corridor are two interconnected developments that reflect broader ambitions ...
5 Nov 2025 - 12:20
The Pakistan–Taliban Conflict: Roots and Consequences
The Pakistan–Taliban Conflict: Roots and Consequences
The ongoing clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, in terms of both intensity and scope, represent the most significant confrontation between the Taliban government and Pakistan to date. In terms of ...
2 Nov 2025 - 11:54
Pakistan’s Approach Toward the Opponents of the Taliban Government
Pakistan’s Approach Toward the Opponents of the Taliban Government
Pakistan’s view of the Taliban’s opponents has always been instrumental and dualistic. The potential and capacity of these opposition groups can serve as a tool for Islamabad to expand its influence; ...
27 Oct 2025 - 09:55
​Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Diplomacy: An Example of Active Balancing Efforts in Foreign Policy
​Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Diplomacy: An Example of Active Balancing Efforts in Foreign Policy
Kazakhstan’s model for designing nuclear cooperation with foreign partners — and its simultaneous collaboration with two major neighboring powers, China and Russia —can be seen as an effort by the country ...
22 Oct 2025 - 13:14
​Pakistan and Its Considerations for Official Recognition of the Taliban Government
​Pakistan and Its Considerations for Official Recognition of the Taliban Government
The official recognition of the Taliban government by Russia may mark a new chapter in the international community’s relations with the Taliban and Afghanistan. In fact, this decision by Moscow could ...
9 Sep 2025 - 11:06
Reassessing Transit Routes: Central Asia
Reassessing Transit Routes: Central Asia's discourses to US and Israel’s Aggression on Iran
The impact of the regime's and America's aggression against Iran for Central Asian transit routes, examining the roots of regional assessments, analyzing the West's role in the magnified crisis, and the ...
26 Aug 2025 - 13:17
​The Trans-Afghan Project; Opportunities and Challenges
​The Trans-Afghan Project; Opportunities and Challenges
Comprehensive study of economic opportunities and technical, security and political obstacles of the trilateral Trans-Afghan railway corridor between Afghanistan, Uzbekistan and Pakistan
20 Aug 2025 - 12:48
​The “Hybrid Regime” Model of Governance: An Ontological Study of the Power Structure and Politics in Pakistan
​The “Hybrid Regime” Model of Governance: An Ontological Study of the Power Structure and Politics in Pakistan
This analytical report, relying on reliable scientific sources and new conceptual frameworks, attempts to reinterpret the power structure in Pakistan in the form of a hybrid regime and analyze the logics ...
5 Aug 2025 - 11:17
How Has the Zionist Regime Responded to the Turkish Convergence Process?
How Has the Zionist Regime Responded to the Turkish Convergence Process?
However, developments in the following months and the behavioral models of the actors show that the regime's and American behavior has been accompanied by more complexities in relation to the Turkish ...
27 Jul 2025 - 13:50
​How did India and Pakistan react to the 12-day war against Iran?
​How did India and Pakistan react to the 12-day war against Iran?
During the 12 days of mutual fighting between Iran and the Zionist regime, what was the reaction of regional actors, especially India and Pakistan, and how did their diplomatic and economic actions reflect ...
19 Jul 2025 - 09:53
The Improvement of Pakistan–Taliban Relations; Factors and Reasons
The Improvement of Pakistan–Taliban Relations; Factors and Reasons
But the fundamental question is what factors lead the Pakistani government and political regimes to advance the recipients? This article examines this.
8 Jul 2025 - 14:09
The Foreign Policy of Trump
The Foreign Policy of Trump's Second Administration: Implications for Afghanistan
An analysis of the second administration's foreign policy and its impact on Afghanistan; from negotiations with the Taliban to the weakening of human rights and US sanctions on the region.
17 Jun 2025 - 14:48
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​Analysis of developments in Afghanistan, from March 2024 to March 2025

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The Ukraine War and its Impact on Central Asia - South Asia Connectivity

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Evaluating Iran-Pakistan Economic Relations: A strategic look
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