Prof Dr. Ubaidullah Burhani

The United States Counterterrorism Strategy of 2026 marks a significant evolution in Washington’s conceptual and operational approach toward Afghanistan and the wider region. The shift is evident not only in terminology but also in the…

The security architecture of the Gulf can no longer be adequately interpreted through the prism of a stable, traditional U.S. strategic role. Rather, it is undergoing a structural transformation that redefines this role from a comprehensive…

The recent airstrike on Kabul is not merely another incident in a regional conflict; it represents a profound moral rupture that demands an immediate and unequivocal response from the conscience of humanity. According to widely circulated…

Washington Between Kabul and Islamabad: The Silent Administration and Its Strategic Costs Understanding the U.S. stance on the recent Pakistani–Afghan escalation requires examining the structural shift that reshaped Afghanistan’s role in…

Washington Between Diplomacy and “All Options on the Table”: A Strategic Approach to Conflict Management In contemporary international politics, the management of conflict has evolved beyond the classical dichotomy of war versus peace.…

At the outset of 2026, the Islamic Republic of Iran finds itself at a critical juncture, shaped by the accumulation of deep-rooted structural crises and an increasing fracture between the state and society. The protests that erupted in late…

Zalmay Khalilzad’s recent visit to Kabul, the former U.S. Special Representative for Afghan Peace, should not be interpreted merely as a personal initiative or a routine ceremonial gesture. While formally characterized as unofficial, the…

Afghanistan today is not merely a country situated in the heart of Asia; it has become a crucial stabilizing pillar for the regional balance of power. The country is gradually transforming from a perpetual battlefield into a strategic…