Opinion

Opinion: What Is My Stance on the Taliban-Pakistan Dispute?

Analysis of the Taliban-Pakistan conflict and its implications for Afghans, emphasizing neutrality and rejecting support for either side.

Taliban Accused of Staging Regional Crisis Amid Pakistan Strikes on Militants in Kabul

Taliban condemned for showy reaction to Pakistan's strikes on militants in Kabul, raising questions about hidden motives and regional tensions.

US Pressure Forces Netanyahu to Accept Truce with Hamas, Signals Strategic Pivot in Middle East

Netanyahu's truce with Hamas came under US pressure as Washington eyes a refocus from Middle East tensions to countering China,…

Conflict with Pakistan Tests National Understanding in Afghanistan

Dr. Seyed Javad Sajjadi analyzes the conflict between the Taliban and Pakistan, emphasizing it as an ethnic issue, not a…

Taliban Face Choice Between Survival and a Bad Deal Amid Tensions with Pakistan

Pakistan attacks Kandahar after Taliban border assaults; tensions rise as Taliban face pressure to accept a tough deal with the…

Pakistan’s Airstrikes Redefine Its Role in the Taliban Equation

Pakistan's recent airstrikes in Afghanistan killed top TTP leaders, signaling Islamabad's strategic role and complex regional dynamics involving the US,…

Denying the Past is Today’s Mistake: A Response to Claims About Imam Khomeini’s Leadership Over Afghan Shiites

Seyed Ahmad Mousavi responds to denial of Imam Khomeini's leadership over Afghan Shiites, emphasizing historical facts and political realities.

Futile Moscow Format Meetings Hampered by Lack of Will and Investment

Experts say Moscow Format talks on Afghanistan fail due to lack of financial support and political will among participants.

Bagram: The Taliban’s Big Test Between Legitimacy and Survival

Bagram’s return tests the Taliban’s legitimacy and survival while reigniting regional power rivalries over Afghanistan’s future.

Why Has Beijing Been Left Empty-Handed?

The Taliban’s tilt toward the U.S. leaves China sidelined, highlighting Afghanistan’s role as a stage for global rivalries without real…