There have been reports of Pakistan as well as elements within its security establishment of having forged a covert alliance with the Islamic State’s Khorasan Province (ISKP). There has been a convergence of leaked intelligence...
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The United States–India 10-Year Defence Framework Agreement
Executive SummaryOn 31 October 2025, the United States and India signed a 10-year Defence Framework Agreement in Kuala Lumpur, formalised by U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This...
Terrorist groups create India’s second war front from the East
Army and Assam Rifles launched a series of operations against Northeast terrorists’ groups located in Myanmar on the night of October 21 and 22, 2025. Contact established with terrorists at 6th Mile Camp village area in Namsai...
Turkey Extends Syria and Iraq Military Mandate to 2028
Ankara strengthens its regional foothold and executive control with a new three-year military mandate — the longest since 2016.
Bangladesh Makeover
On October 17, 2025, 25 political parties in Bangladesh signed the “July National Charter” at a ceremony overseen by Muhammad Yunus, Chief Advisor to the Interim Government of Bangladesh. The charter conforms to demands raised in...
Pakistan and Egypt Strengthen Defence Cooperation as Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir Visits Cairo
Pakistan’s Army Chief Gen. Asim Munir visits Egypt to boost defence cooperation, meet military leaders, and discuss regional peace and security.
From the Élysée to a Prison Cell: The Fall of Former President, Nicolas Sarkozy
IntroductionNicolas Sarkozy served as President of France from 2007 to 2012. Prior to becoming the President, he served as Interior Minister and Finance Minister of France. His presidency was characterized by rhetoric on...
INS Trikand’s Mediterranean Mission: Debunking the Turkish “Ultimatum” Story
Executive SummaryThe Indian Navy frigate INS Trikand recently concluded a high-profile deployment in the Eastern Mediterranean, where it took part in a series of naval engagements with Greece and Cyprus. The voyage, part of...
Pakistan’s Power Struggle: Old Patterns, New Players
Current rumors of a military coup in Pakistan stem from an alleged rift between China-aligned President Asif Ali Zardari (pro-CPEC) and Army Chief General Asim Munir, whose recent US visits suggest a shift toward Western ties and...
India’s Air Power Ranking Ascent: Strategic Brief 2025
The 2025 Global Air Powers Ranking positioned India’s Air Force (IAF) as the world's third most powerful, ahead of China's PLAAF, based on a qualitative TruVal Rating (TVR). India's rise is attributed to its operational...
