Military
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Iran’s Preemptive Security Doctrine Embodied in Qassem Soleimani
DID Press: Iran’s preemptive security doctrine, as conceptualized and operationalized by Major General Qassem Soleimani, represents a fundamental redefinition of national security in the volatile geopolitics of West Asia. Moving beyond traditional border protection, the doctrine emphasized a “strategic depth”…
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Al-Marsad claims former associates behind assassination of General Sarie
DID Press: Taliban-affiliated media outlet Al-Marsad has claimed that the perpetrators of the attack on General Ikramuddin Sarie were individuals previously connected to his inner circle and to the Ahmad Massoud group, but who had split from these networks due…
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Taliban: stability in Yemen is vital for regional security
DID Press: Taliban’s Foreign Ministry, referring to recent developments in Yemen, said that stability in the country is a key factor for the security of the Arabian Peninsula and the wider region. In a statement, the ministry noted that Yemen’s…
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Afghanistan Under Taliban: Centralized Authority with Weak State Framework
DID Press: A recent analysis by Pakistan’s Express Tribune highlights Afghanistan’s current governance under the Taliban, describing it as a country with highly centralized political control but lacking the institutions necessary for an effective state. It argues that Taliban power…
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Border Closure Linked to Sharp Fall in Pakistan Terror Attacks
DID Press: Official security reports indicate that Pakistan has recorded a significant decline in terrorist attacks and related casualties following the closure of its shared border with Afghanistan. According to data released by Pakistan’s Center for Research and Security Studies…
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Durrani Urges Softer Policy Toward Afghanistan
DID Press: Former Pakistani special envoy for Afghanistan Asif Durrani called on Islamabad to adopt a softer, more pragmatic approach toward Kabul, stressing that Afghanistan is a “brother nation” facing profound difficulties and needs engagement rather than pressure. In a…
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Qassem Soleimani: Architect of Power in Fractured Middle East
DID Press: A review of the battlefield record and operational role of General Qassem Soleimani suggests he functioned not only as a military commander, but also as the architect of a new geopolitical framework — one in which non-state actors,…
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2025 in Review: Key Events Shaping Afghanistan and World
DID Press: A special report reviews the defining developments of 2025, a year marked by geopolitical tension, economic uncertainty, climate shocks and ongoing conflicts that influenced millions of lives worldwide, including in Afghanistan. Afghanistan — key developments Security and internal…
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Russia Deploys ‘Orshonik’ Hypersonic Missiles to Belarus in Signal to EU
DID Press: Russia released images showing the deployment of its “Orshonik” hypersonic missile system in Belarus, signaling a boost to offensive capabilities near Europe’s borders. Analysts say the move could significantly shorten the time required for Russian strategic weapons to…
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Riyadh–Abu Dhabi Rift Widens Over Yemen Strategy
DID Press: Lebanese analyst Khalil Nasrallah says Saudi Arabia is determined to retain primary oversight of the Yemen file in Riyadh — not Abu Dhabi. The United Arab Emirates’ recent backing of the Southern Transitional Council (STC) to assert control…
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