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South Asia
Taliban Say US Bombing Insurgents at Home Contrary to Deal
By Associated Press
The U.S. military has refused to address the Taliban's specific complaint but has said that it is abiding by the agreement.
Pakistan Struggles to Fight COVID-19
By Rabiya Jaffery
Doctors are concerned about Pakistan’s healthcare capacity as COVID-19 cases increase.
Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir Are India’s Newest Union Territories. What Does That Mean in Practice?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
In August 2019, Jammu and Kashmir lost its autonomous status. How much power has it retained?
Amid COVID-19, a Governance Crisis Looms in Pakistan
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan faces a likely ruling class reshuffle in due time—once the COVID–19 crisis clears.
Delivery of Rafale Fighters to India Likely Delayed Due COVID-19
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The delivery of the first batch of Rafale fighter jets to the Indian Air Force will likely be delayed by three months, according to Indian defense sources.
US State Department Clears Lightweight Torpedo, Harpoon Missile Sales to India
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India is slated to receive 16 MK 54 lightweight torpedoes and ten Harpoon Block II air-launched missiles for its latest maritime patrol aircraft.
Pakistan Army Jet Crashes, Killing Instructor, Trainee Pilot
By Associated Press
A Pakistani fighter jet crashed during a routine training mission near the city of Gujrat in eastern Punjab province on Monday morning.
COVID-19 Boosts India’s Growing Surveillance State
By Aadil Brar
India has been developing a surveillance mechanism for years. The COVID-19 crisis has given the government the chance to test it out.
Pakistan Seeks Extradition of IS Leader From Afghanistan
By Associated Press
Aslam Farooqi is a Pakistani national wanted in connection with attacks claimed by IS in Pakistan.
What the COVID-19 Outbreak Means for Afghanistan’s Troubled Economy
By Shoaib A. Rahim
The outbreak of the pandemic has and will further dent already depressed economic indicators.
Kashmir’s Fragile Floating Marvels
By Wasim Nabi
One man’s quest to keep houseboats afloat in Kashmir’s famed Dal Lake.
Afghanistan Frees 100 Taliban, But Group Hasn’t Verified
By Associated Press
The prisoner release is a critical first step to intra-Afghan negotiations aimed at bringing an end to decades of war in Afghanistan.