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terrorism
Afghanistan: Why Ashraf Ghani's New Strategy Won't Work
By Umair Jamal
Ashraf Ghani's new approach won't help him win Afghanistan's long struggle against the Taliban.
India and Pakistan: Still Stuck in a Rut
By Ankit Panda
Diplomatic engagement persists between India and Pakistan, but there's little reason for optimism.
The Dolkun Isa Visa Affair: India Mishandles China, Once Again
By Harsh V. Pant
India's bungled handling of Dolkun Isa's visa will have long-term ramifications for Delhi's China policy.
Massive Blast in Kabul Kills 30, Injures Hundreds
By Catherine Putz
The difference between public accounts and the fiction the Taliban claims is astounding.
China Blocks Indian Request to Ban Pathankot Attack Mastermind at UN
By Ankit Panda
Plus, the first AIIB loan recipient, China makes "non-war" activities abroad easier, and U.S.-India ties. Links.
Where Do European Union-India Relations Stand?
By Ankit Panda
The relationship between India and the European Union has room to go. Wednesday's summit sustained momentum, despite difficulties.
Ahmed Rashid on Afghanistan's Challenges in 2016
By Sanjay Kumar
The Diplomat speaks with long-time Taliban analyst Ahmed Rashid about the possibility for peace in Afghanistan.
Is Pakistan Getting Ready to Abandon Lashkar-e-Taiba?
By Umair Jamal
Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) is a threat to Pakistan’s own national security and Islamabad has no option but to relinquish its support for the group.
Bombs and Burqas: Muslim Women and Extremism
By Farhat Haq
We're thrown off when women are drawn to religiously motivated violent extremism. We shouldn't be.
Making Sense of Pakistan’s Intelligence Tip-off to India
By Rohan Joshi
India should welcome Pakistani inputs on possible terror attacks without over-interpreting their significance.
The Important Difference in the US-India and US-Pakistan Relationships
By Harsh V. Pant
It's time for New Delhi to reimagine the U.S.-Pakistan-India triangle.
Uzbek Nanny Beheads Child in Moscow
By Catherine Putz
The grisly incident has been met with a surprising amount of calm on the part of the Kremlin.