Diplomacy
Can Pakistan be divided by insurgence in Balochistan?
Pakistan’s security forces successfully ended a military operation against the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), a separatist group that hijacked the Jaffar Express train in Balochistan, rescuing 346 passengers. The train, traveling from Quetta to Peshawar, was attacked near Sibi city, with the BLA claiming responsibility. After over a day of combat, security forces killed all 33 attackers but also reported 21 passenger deaths and four paramilitary casualties. The BLA demanded the release of Baloch political prisoners, but no official response was given. Balochistan, Pakistan’s largest but least developed province, has seen increased violence, with the BLA growing more substantial due to advanced weaponry and local support.
How significant is the UN secretary-general’s visit?
The visit of the UN Secretary-General to Bangladesh commenced on March 14 with a meeting with the head of the interim government, Dr. Muhammad Yunus. During the meeting, the Chief Adviser briefed the UN Secretary-General on Bangladesh’s political situation, various reform initiatives undertaken by his government, the country’s economic status, the Rohingya issue, Bangladesh’s role in global peacekeeping, regional politics, and more. He also discussed the possible timing of the national elections, explaining that their timing—whether this year or the next—would depend on the implementation of ongoing reforms. The Chief Adviser reaffirmed his government’s commitment to ensuring free, fair, and participatory elections.
Where is the global geopolitical tension heading ?
The global order has been in disarray for some time. With Western hegemony already eroding and multilateral institutions increasingly under strain, global power is shifting in many directions. The role of centrist powers in shaping geopolitics will increase as the global balance of power shifts. One of the biggest questions for this year is whether the second term of newly elected President Donald Trump will usher in a more turbulent era in global affairs. Some of his policies threaten to be even more disastrous for an already chaotic world. How the United States deals with its allies, adversaries, and competitors under Trump will be one of the most important indicators of geopolitical developments. The future course of U.S.-China relations is the most important strategic aspect of the coming year. Trump’s unpredictable and volatile personality will either lead to increased tensions in U.S.-China relations or lead to major deals being made by Trump.
Will Putin attack Poland ?
Since the attack on Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin has been threatening Poland. Since 2022, Poland has been on high alert due to the potential threat from Russia. Many have speculated that an attack on Poland by Russia could mark the beginning of World War III. Others argue that Western Europe doesn’t seem to be overly concerned about Eastern Europe; however, the truth is that the main conflict between Russia and Western Europe revolves around Eastern Europe. There are many reasons for this: many of today’s Eastern European countries were once part of the Soviet Union, and after the Soviet Union collapsed, many of them gained independence. But Russia has not fully relinquished its influence over them, which is one of the reasons for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Zelensky - Trump Meeting: Tensions and Transformations in Transatlantic Ties
The recent engagement between former US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has significantly altered the global diplomatic landscape, intensifying tensions among the US, its European allies, and Ukraine. Since Trump's reascendancy to power, there has been a marked reconfiguration of US foreign policy, characterized by a retreat from multilateral commitments that jeopardizes the reliability of longstanding alliances. The meeting with Zelensky—formerly emblematic of robust US - Ukraine relations—has raised alarms regarding Washington's shifting strategic priorities. Trump publicly scrutinized Kyiv's leadership and echoed narratives similar to those espoused by the Kremlin. This realignment poses substantial implications for the trajectory of the Ukraine conflict and could fundamentally reshape the global order.
3-year of Ukraine war: Will it stop or take a new turn?
Today, Monday, February 24, 2025, marks the third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war. Although this war is often referred to simply as the Ukraine war, as the entire conflict is taking place on Ukrainian territory. On February 24, 2022, Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine. Vladimir Putin had hoped that Russia would quickly seize Ukraine. However, many analysts had predicted that this war would turn into a prolonged conflict, which indeed came true. Since the fall of the Soviet Union, this is the first time Russia has engaged in such a long-term war. Ukraine claims that Russia has lost 400,000 soldiers in this conflict. While the exact number remains uncertain, sources like BBC and Al Jazeera have reported that by December 2024, Russia had lost at least 150,000 troops, while Ukraine had lost around 50,000 soldiers. Although Ukraine has suffered fewer military casualties, its overall losses have been massive. Nearly 8 million Ukrainians have fled the country, and 5 million have been internally displaced. Russia has occupied approximately 4,000 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory.
Shadow of darkness behind America's democracy in Trump era
Trump came to power in 2016 primarily by taking control of America’s information landscape. His journey in politics has been marked by controversy, with his actions always seeming to run parallel to the divisive nature of his rhetoric. From hate speech to crude attacks on opposing politicians, he has consistently used derogatory language. On January 6, 2021, thousands of Trump supporters stormed the senate office at Capitol Hill. Instead of regret, Trump later remarked during a campaign rally that he should not have left the House on that day, despite losing the 2020 presidential election. Now, this very Trump is back in the American throne. Ironically, it is the citizens of the nation that often claims to uphold the most democracy in the world who have brought him back to power, dressed as a king.
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There is no doubt that the United States remains the world’s greatest superpower.
Is Trump’s aggression real or just a political bluff?
Donald Trump took office as the President of the United States on January 20. In just a short period, he has made numerous orders and expressed intentions to make several decisions that have shocked many worldwide. He has been issuing threats and making bold statements. Already, he has taken so many actions that many consider unusual. No US president in recent history has taken so many significant steps right after taking office, nor has any president threatened other countries in this way. Some critics have even compared him to Adolf Hitler, calling him an extreme nationalist. Among his most controversial decisions are taking control of the war-torn Gaza Strip and relocating its residents, making Canada the 51st US state (often referring to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as 'Governor'), imposing high tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, shut down USAID, deporting illegal immigrants from the US, attempting to acquire Greenland from Denmark, reclaiming control over the Panama Canal, offering military aid to Ukraine in exchange for mineral resources, and restrict access to intelligence information for former President Biden, among many other actions.
What message does world receives from Trump's 'America First' doctrine
Donald Trump is returning to the White House for a second term, and this return could bring significant changes to global politics and economics. It is believed that once Trump resumes his duties as the President of the United States, he will begin implementing his declared "America First" policy. This agenda will not only change the intricacies of US foreign policy but will also have a profound impact on the lives of millions of people living outside America's borders. There is much speculation about how Trump's approach to major international issues might unfold. During his election campaign, Trump repeatedly stated that he could end the Russia-Ukraine war in a day, though he never clarified how he would achieve this.
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