Ejaz Hussain

Lahore

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Praying for Peace

Jan 18, 2025 | thenews.com.pk | Ejaz Hussain

he temporary ceasefire agreement, brokered between Israel and Hamas on January 16, marks a significant yet precarious development in the history of their conflict. While providing a much-needed respite from the devastating violence in Gaza, the agreement is fraught with complexities stemming from deeply rooted political, ideological and territorial disputes.
Gendered Impacts Of Climate Change: Addressing Inequality In Punjab's Agricultural Sector

Jan 18, 2025 | thefridaytimes.com | Ejaz Hussain

With the Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz initiating yet another ‘ambitious initiative’ for agricultural growth under the name of the “Assan Korobar” and “Ujala program”, there are several questions that boil in the pot of what we call Pakistan’s most fertile area: Punjab. With the schemes being as large as Rs 100 billion, there is only a sedated move to address the problems of climate change rampant within the country, hitting Punjab the most.
Wakhan Corridor And Regional Geopolitical Tensions

Jan 11, 2025 | thefridaytimes.com | Ejaz Hussain

Pakistan and Afghanistan share a historically conflictual relationship shaped by border disputes, ethno-nationalist tensions, and divergent geopolitical alignments. Pakistan's recent airstrikes in Afghanistan, reportedly targeting TTP hideouts there, have intensified bilateral mistrust, reflecting Islamabad’s concerns over cross-border terrorism. Moreover, there are media reports of Pakistan’s intervention in the Wakhan Corridor, a narrow Afghan strip connecting Central and South Asia.
The Russia-Ukraine Penumbra: Can 2025 Be the Year Of Peace?

Jan 7, 2025 | thefridaytimes.com | Ejaz Hussain

While the recent US elections were about the Palestinian genocide, many batted their eyes on what the US administration would do differently about the Russia-Ukraine war. The war that broke out in February 2022 is believed to come to an end finally. While this optimism has exponentially risen regarding the war, the complexities along with President Volodymyr Zelensky’s “victory plan” have made resolution rather arduous.
Chaos and despair

Dec 7, 2024 | thenews.com.pk | Ejaz Hussain

he Gaza-Israel war, which began in October 2023, has evolved into a major regional crisis, marked by significant civilian casualties, displacement, infrastructure destruction and geopolitical repercussions for all stakeholders. Israel’s military response to Hamas’s attacks has been characterised by sustained air and ground operations in Gaza, ostensibly aimed at dismantling the latter’s military capability.
The PTI Challenge: Negotiations Are The Way Forward

Nov 27, 2024 | thefridaytimes.com | Ejaz Hussain

The political situation in Pakistan has reached a critical juncture with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) staging a sit-in at D-Chowk, Islamabad. The protest, initiated on November 24, centres on the demand for releasing former prime minister Imran Khan, who remains detained on multiple charges. While he claims this is a politically motivated incarceration, the civilian government, backed by the military establishment, argues that Imran Khan’s detention is lawful and crucial for accountability.
Calling a genocide a genocide

Nov 16, 2024 | thenews.com.pk | Ejaz Hussain

he Organisation of Islamic Cooperation and Arab League held a joint summit on the horrific situation in Gaza and Lebanon in Riyadh on November 12. More than 43,000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces since October 7. Convened by Saudi Arabia, this emergency summit addressed the collective concern of Muslim-majority countries over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and devastation in Lebanon.
Shifting Ties: US-Taliban Relations Post-Withdrawal

Nov 7, 2024 | thefridaytimes.com | Ejaz Hussain

Will the Taliban-controlled Afghanistan follow the Doha Accord or align with US rivals like China and Russia? As the Taliban's policies face global outrage, the future is uncertain. This article explores three scenarios—peace talks, sanctions, or military action—that could shape US-Taliban ties and the regional, if not global, balance of power in the foreseeable future.
BRICS Plus As A Leader Of The Global South

Oct 27, 2024 | thefridaytimes.com | Ejaz Hussain

The 16th BRICS Summit was held from October 22-24, 2024, in Kazan, Russia. It served as a crucial development in the current political, economic and geostrategic dynamics, i.e. the Russia-Ukraine war. Amongst many members - including the newly unveiled ones, China was particularly instrumental in vouching for increased multilateral cooperation across the Global South. Chinese President Xi Jinping advocated for greater harmony, collaboration, and mutual development amongst the BRICS Plus countries.
What Does The SCO Summit 2024 Offer?

Oct 15, 2024 | thefridaytimes.com | Ejaz Hussain

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) was established by Russia and China in 2001 to primarily focus on strengthening defence and security against terrorism, fundamentalism, and separatism. Its member countries, such as Pakistan and China, have contributed significantly to the organisation, particularly through its security structure, i.e. the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS).