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August 19, 2026
The Taliban’s Next Five Years
The brutish group has been surprisingly stable since snatching power in 2021. Rockier times may lie ahead.
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August 12, 2026
What Does the Mecca Pact Deliver Pakistan?
The mutual defense agreement gives Islamabad a boost in the Middle East, with mixed results closer to home.
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August 5, 2026
What’s Behind the Violence in Pakistan-Administered Kashmir
The region has become ground zero for protests against poor governance.
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July 29, 2026
Does Modi Have a Cockroach Problem?
India’s youth-led protest movement led to a rare instance of the government giving in.
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July 22, 2026
India’s Cockroach Movement Delivers a Blow to the BJP
The protests aren’t likely to turn into mass mobilization, but they are politically significant.
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July 15, 2026
Will Hasina Return to Bangladesh?
The former prime minister set a timeline for her homecoming, despite the threat of arrest.
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July 8, 2026
Modi Seeks to Project Influence on Asia-Pacific Trip
The Indian prime minister visits Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand this week.
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July 1, 2026
Bangladesh Sends Signal With China Visit
The two countries announce a “new era” in ties during Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s trip.
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June 24, 2026
Will Pakistan’s Iran Gamble Pay Off?
Islamabad could leverage its success as a mediator to secure its own interests.
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