US Iran Second Round Talks are now being widely anticipated following the first round of negotiations in the Pakistani capital of Islamabad. While many initially described the earlier talks as a failure, a closer look reveals that they laid a strong foundation for future dialogue. The possibility of a second round in Islamabad reflects a…
ISLAMABAD (Sabahuddin Qazi / PNP): The final round of US–Iran Ceasefire Talks, held in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad, concluded without a final agreement, leaving uncertainty over the fragile two-week truce. Despite 21 hours of intensive face-to-face discussions, led by US Vice President JD Vance, the talks failed to secure a clear commitment from Tehran on abandoning…
Pakistan ‘s Peace Role has emerged as a defining theme in recent international diplomacy, especially following the joint statement issued by leading European nations and institutions. Countries including Netherlands, Germany, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, Canada, Denmark, and Spain, along with the European Union institutions, have collectively acknowledged Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating peace. This…
Failure of Indian Attempts for Diplomatic Isolation of Pakistan has become increasingly evident in recent geopolitical developments, particularly in the context of the recent US-Iran ceasefire. While India has long pursued a strategy aimed at diplomatically isolating Pakistan on the global stage, unfolding events have demonstrated quite the opposite. Pakistan’s proactive diplomacy, especially its role…
Pakistan Peace Maker Role has emerged as a defining narrative in global geopolitics following recent ceasefire developments between the United States and Iran. The midnight breakthrough came after intense diplomatic efforts, with Pakistan playing a crucial mediating role at a critical moment. Just hours before a potential large-scale escalation, a two-week ceasefire agreement was reached,…
In today’s fast-changing world, headlines are dominated by conflicts involving Iran, the United States, Israel, and other regions. But are these isolated events—or part of a much larger global strategy? In this exclusive interview with the Press Network of Pakistan (PNP), renowned Pakistani expert and researcher on China Affairs, Dr. Mohammad Arif, who frequently appears…
Iran Water Strategy has emerged as a defining feature of Tehran’s modern defense doctrine, combining control of critical waterways with the growing weaponization of water infrastructure. As tensions escalate in the Middle East in 2026, Iran is increasingly leveraging both geography and resource vulnerability—especially in the Strait of Hormuz—to strengthen its strategic position. This evolving…
The Gulf Crisis unfolding across Middle Eastern countries of Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman is not just a temporary geopolitical event—it is a transformative moment that could permanently reshape the economic and strategic mindset of these nations. What once seemed like a stable security framework backed by global alliances is now…
The global aviation industry often becomes an invisible casualty of geopolitical tensions. The ongoing war involving Iran and the continued closure of Pakistan’s airspace to Indian carriers have created a perfect storm for India’s aviation sector. What might appear as isolated political developments are now converging to create severe operational and financial challenges for major…
In times of military tension, the name of an operation often carries meaning beyond the battlefield. During the recent escalation between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Pakistan Army launched Operation “Ghazab Lil Haq” (غضب للحق) — a title that quickly drew public attention not only for its military implications but also for its linguistic and symbolic…
