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Islam
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.
Weapons of Mass Destruction: How Will They Remember Us?
By Usman Khan
At a time of rising tensions in the Asia-Pacific, it is wise to recall the lessons of the past.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Vows to Stop Honor Killings
By Umair Jamal
Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is determined to put an end to honor killings.
Standing on Common Ground? Explaining Just War and Jihad
By Patrik K. Meyer
There are fundamental differences between the Christian and Islamic war doctrines and they influence policy.
Revealed: Why ISIS Hates the Taliban
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The Islamic State and the Taliban won't get along--and that's a good thing for South Asia.
Why Is Pakistan Interested in Brokering Peace Between Iran and Saudi Arabia?
By Ankit Panda
Pakistan needs a modus vivendi between Iran and Saudi Arabia to avoid a sectarian implosion at home.
How South Asia Will Save Global Islam
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The South Asian traditions of Islam offer a compelling alternative to the religion's practice in the Middle East.
Language, Religion and Terrorism in Australia
By Helen Clark
Some Australians are confusing language with religion, and with terrorism.
Why Are Secular Bloggers Being Killed in Bangladesh?
By Vishal Manve
In Bangladesh, merely blogging about secular ideas if proving to be deadly.
Terrorizing Afghanistan in the Name of Islam
By M. Ashraf Haidari
Has a shared religion helped Afghanistan in its dealings with the Muslim world?
Can Pakistan's 'Burka Avenger' Score Fans in India?
By Jack Detsch
Pakistan’s popular cartoon superhero is coming to India. Will audiences follow?
Tajikistan: No Hajj, No Hijab, and Shave Your Beard
By Catherine Putz
In a Muslim-majority country, state control of religious expression tightens.