Iran vs. Pakistan: Nuclear Ideology and Strategic Reliability; Theological warfare versus rational deterrence

As Operation Epic Fury continues, the nooks and crannies of 47 years of failed relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran are being explored by many observers. Much is focused on Iran’s progress toward obtaining a nuclear weapon. That ignores the forest for the trees, as the mere possession of nuclear weapons is not the concern. The real issue is what would the IRI do with any nuclear weapons it possessed.

Pakistan: Capabilities and Potential Threat in a Prolonged Middle East Conflict

As regional tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East, particularly with the ongoing conflict between Israel and its neighboring territories, the geopolitical landscape could shift in ways that elevate the role of countries like Pakistan.