The Game of Politics

This is the first time that not only the public is confused, but even experienced journalists are feeling overwhelmed. These are truly skilled journalists, and I have also learned from them. I do not intend to put anyone down, but this is my understanding. In war, states often use journalism as a tool, feeding it selective information to shape public perception. Journalists must understand that their duty is to provide verified facts, not to construct narratives in favour of any side. Before wars, media is often misused to build perceptions that justify conflict. For example, before the Iraq war, a perception was created that Iraq possessed chemical and biological weapons. However, once the war began, it became clear to much of the world that much of this was propaganda used to justify the invasion. Therefore, both before and during war, journalism must stick to facts rather than baseless assumptions—everything else is just noise. In the race for breaking news, speed often comes at...

As a student of political Sience, I view this conflict as a shift in the perception of power. At this stage, the question of who wins or loses the war is not the most important; what is clear is that a global power shift has already begun. Iran, once seen as weaker, has emerged stronger through this conflict and now holds meaningful leverage. The United States is no longer negotiating from a position of clear dominance, as Iran and its allies increasingly believe that Washington cannot achieve a decisive victory. This situation has placed the United States under pressure. The American president’s increasingly strong and threatening rhetoric also reflects growing frustration and a relative decline in influence. Therefore, the issue is not purely diplomatic. Although diplomatic efforts can temporarily pause a war, they cannot always bring it to a complete end. Diplomatic bargaining is important, but in the global order, there is no truly stable mechanism for lasting power-sharing.When a...

The Strait of Hormuz normally carries around 80–130+ ships per day, including cargo vessels, LNG carriers, and oil tankers. Among these, approximately 20–30 are oil tankers, transporting nearly 20–21 million barrels of oil per day, which accounts for about 20% of global oil supply. During the pperiod of conflict, shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is significantly disrupted. Amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, traffic has already declined. Even without a full closure,these disruptions are already affecting global oil and LNG flows, as well as international trade, driving inflation, and placing significant strain on global energy and supply chains.“In the coming days, the real issue won’t be just inflation, but shortages.” The United States is adopting a new strategy in the context of the ongoing conflict. According to US military statements, it is moving toward restricting maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports. Iran’s armed forces have strongly stated tha...

As a facilitator an d mediator, Pakistan maintains strict confidentiality in ongoing diplomatic consultations involving multiple stakeholders aimed at preventing escalation and preserving global peace. During wartime, diplomacy is extremely sensitive, and details of negotiations are not disclosed while discussions are still in progress. It is therefore important not to rely on rumors, as nothing is confirmed or released until the talks are formally concluded. #Diplomacy #PeaceTalks #Confidentiality #InternationalRelations #GlobalPeace #Pakistan #Negotiations #WarPrevention #ForeignPolicy #IslamabadTalks

U.S Iran Talks The United States and Iran are engaged in discussions hosted by Pakistan, with 15 points on the U.S. side and 10 on the Iranian side. The proceedings remain confidential, with only select points from each side made public. The United States emphasizes the importance of ensuring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran calls for a ceasefire across the region, including Lebanon. The key questions remain: Will Iran compromise its sovereignty, and will the United States grant Iran leverage to become more powerful? ⸻ Pakistan’s Mediation Role Pakistan is playing a significant role in promoting peace in the Middle East. It is facilitating and, at a certain level, mediating between Iran and the United States, helping to bring both sides together at a highly sensitive stage that previously appeared nearly impossible. Despite the challenges, Pakistan has not lost hope, has not halted its diplomatic efforts, and continues to work toward a peaceful agre...

In the face of serious threats from the United States and Iran’s response, after a lot of efforts by Pakistan and other countries, a sudden change has led to a pause in the war. However,Pakistan and other facilitator countries can only provide a platform for peace talks. The United States should also understand this reality. As Iran is now already exerting geopolitical influence as an emerging fourth center of world power, and as a very close ally of China and Russia, Iran has now emerged as a power in the Middle East. Now, for these negotiations, progress could only be positive with Iran if there is a balance of interests; otherwise, no agreement can be reached for long-term peace in the region and the world. Can it guarantee permanent peace? I have written in my blog, “Global Powers in Play: How U.S. Supremacy Faces Its Biggest Challenge”, that this war could be paused but cannot be ended, as I have explained for different reasons. One reason is that, at this stage, if the wa...

After days and nights of effort, Islamabad is at the center of global attention. Pakistan is preparing to host US–Iran talks, playing an important role in facilitating dialogue between the two sides amid a fragile ceasefire. Special arrangements have been made in the city to manage the arrival and movement of foreign delegations. Security and logistics are being carefully coordinated to ensure the smooth conduct of the talks starting Friday. Pakistan’s role is helping bring both parties to the table, providing an opportunity to reduce tensions in the region. While the ceasefire is still fragile, these talks could be a step toward more stable relations. Observers around the world are watching closely, hopeful that these discussions contribute to peace and stability in the Middle East and beyond. #Pakistan #Islamabad #USIranTalks #Ceasefire #Peace #Diplomacy #MiddleEast #RegionalStability #GlobalPeace #PakistanRole

History shows something very clear: war by itself rarely destroys a civilization. Civilizations usually fall slowly, through a deadly mix of war, internal weakness, economic collapse, and natural disasters. Take Rome, for example—barbarian invasions didn’t destroy it alone; corruption and economic decay had already weakened it over time. The Maya fell not just because of wars between city-states, but also because of long-lasting droughts. The Indus Valley civilization collapsed slowly as rivers shifted and crops repeatedly failed. The Aztecs were defeated by Hernán Cortés, but disease and internal divisions had been weakening them for years. Even the mighty Byzantine Empire, after centuries of slow decline, finally fell when the Ottomans captured Constantinople. Looking at history, it’s clear that civilizations rarely end suddenly—destruction happens slowly, as many problems strike together over time. In reality, almost all collapses happened over years or decades. Only very rare eve...

To understand ongoing conflicts, we need to go into history. After World War II, the United States established its supremacy, particularly through the dominance of the dollar as the world’s reserve currency. This position was strengthened when oil trade agreements in the Middle East were conducted in dollars, often referred to as the petrodollar system, and signed security agreements with Middle East countries. The establishment of its military bases in the Middle East allowed it to offer security guarantees, further expanding its control and influence in the region and gradually across parts of Asia. The United States demonstrated its military and intelligence capabilities in multiple conflicts. For example, during the Soviet-Afghan War, U.S. support played a key role in inflicting heavy losses on Soviet Union forces, contributing to long-term challenges for Russia. Meanwhile, China experienced rapid economic growth and emerged as a major power, including advancements in military t...

Americans and global stakeholders have the opportunity to influence their governments and institutions to take meaningful steps toward ending this war and promoting lasting peace. The American people can play a crucial role in influencing their government to end this war. History has shown that even a superpower can change course when the costs become too high. For example, during the Vietnam War, massive protests, media coverage, and growing public frustration forced the U.S. to withdraw, despite its dominant military power. Similar patterns can be seen in other conflicts, such as the Iraq War and the Korean War, where public pressure, economic constraints, and international opinion shaped the outcomes. These examples show that public pressure is extremely important—throughout history, people have consistently opposed wars, and in many cases, sustained public pressure has directly influenced government decisions. Today, this conflict is not only driving up inflation and weakening th...

The current Middle East war is part of Israel’s Prime Minister’s objective to destabilize the Middle East, as he stated on October 9, 2023, that: “What Hamas will experience will be difficult and terrible… we are going to change the Middle East map.” Netanyahu and other Isreali officels have increasingly used religious, biblical, and messianic language to frame the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and with Iran, leading observers to describe his perspective as a “holy war” or a “fateful, messianic campaign.” Many American analysts have criticized that the war and the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader and other leaders were part of Israel’s plan Mijorty of Americans have criticized it as a major failure. Muslim leaders need to understand the situation and unite for peace, and must prioritize collective strength over personal political interests to avoid exploitation by global powers, while disunity allows Western powers to control, manipulate, and prey upon Muslim countries, as Israel’...

As a student of political science, I observe that while war may initially appear objective, it inevitably loses that objectivity as it escalates, as evidenced by World War I and II. It’s like a dam breaking: the water flows on its own, and no one can control it. Once a war begins, events often take their own course, and even leaders cannot fully direct it. This is why understanding how conflicts actually work is so important. The global balance of power is gradually shifting. Recent conflicts and strategic pressures are giving China and Russia more influence, while the dominance of the U.S. dollar is being challenged by alternative currencies like the yuan or USDT, especially for critical trade through chokepoints such as the Strait of Hormuz. Iran, particularly the IRGC, controls part of this route almost like a toll gate, and shipping traffic has dropped significantly. In the Middle East, if Iran weakens, Israel could become stronger, and a possible alliance of Israel, India, a...

The war has reached a point where it may be paused for an extended or uncertain period, but it is unlikely to end completely. While there may be short breaks or periods of calm, the conflict is expected to continue for an unspecified period, and possibly even for years.I am not a military expert, but as a student of politics, in my observation, the U.S. is just buying time to prepare a new war strategy. The strategy around a 48-hour withdrawal deadline also shows a shift, especially after Iran announced its response against U.S. assets in the Middle East.As the war accelerated, following the 48-hour warning described as a ‘Trump trap,’ it became clear that U.S. supply lines were not fully prepared to handle the fast-paced conflict, forcing adjustments in strategy. Despite these challenges, the U.S. continues to pursue its ultimate objectives.”Therefore, America may change its approach temporarily, but not its ultimate objective. If the United States really wanted to end the war,...

Everyone is unable to understand Donald Trump’s statements. They have often contained clear contradictions since the first day he became President of the USA. Especially before and during the ongoing war, his statements have rarely appeared consistent — sometimes suggesting the war is going to stop, and other times promising far more aggressive action. For example, Trump has publicly signaled the conflict might be ending soon or that goals are “very complete,” yet the war continues and U.S. military deployments have increased. Sometimes his messaging about allies also shifts dramatically: he has urged NATO to help secure the Strait of Hormuz and then criticized them as “cowards” when they declined to join the campaign. Yesterday, first he said the war would end soon, and then he issued a 48‑hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz — threatening to strike its energy infrastructure — which is very surprising. These contradictions make me wonder whether he thinks people...

Patriotism with the country, politics driven solely by the goal of protecting a nation’s sovereignty strengthens the country; but when politicians exploit sensitive issues for personal gain and mislead the public, they weaken it. Currently in Pakistan, very sensitive issues are being discussed on social media without any fact-checking. I believe such matters should not be publicly aired if they threaten the country’s security. Freedom of speech is essential, but it does not mean that whatever comes to one’s mind, or whatever is heard from anyone, should be posted online. We must separate facts from rumors on social media and work toward becoming a knowledge-based society rather than a rumor-based one. Every citizen has the right to join any political party, but first, he or she must be a patriotic Pakistani and hold their party accountable—especially if the party acts solely on emotions to gain power and form the government. At a time when the world is engaged in wars and Pakistan ...

As conflicts escalate in the Middle East, this war is spreading from a regional conflict to a global one, and tensions are rising worldwide, entering a phase with no point of return without a major global disaster. Recently, the United States approved $9 billion in arms sales to Taiwan, prompting China to increase its Air Force and Navy presence around the island. At the same time, North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles, further raising regional concerns. During a press conference, Tulsi Gabbard, speaking on U.S.intelligence matters,told the Congressional Intelligence Committee that Russia, China, North Korea, Iran, and Pakistan are developing advanced missile systems capable of carrying nuclear and conventional warheads, potentially reaching the U.S. mainland. Many Pakistani analysts question why India was not included, despite its capabilities, and why Pakistan’s name was grouped with other U.S. adversaries. Does the U.S. deep state view Pakistan as a potential concern i...

The Middle East war is expanding. Australia has also jumped into this war in favour of the U.S. and Israel, and many European countries are supporting Israel and the United States against Iran. As the situation develops, the United States cannot declare victory unless the Strait of Hormuz is reopened. However, Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has pledged to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed. Because of this, Iran has a plan to increase oil prices in the international market in order to raise the war expenditures of the United States, Israel, and their allies. The U.S. does not have a clear plan to control these prices; therefore, the war is now turning into a global economic disaster. Oil prices are soaring, and major inflation is rising rapidly across the world as supply chains are affected. In the coming months, the fertilizer market—especially urea and nitrates—could be profoundly disrupted due to the ongoing war. Production may decline, affecting the agriculture sector ...

Trump’s new statement about the war is very confusing. Will Iran’s new Supreme Leader start diplomatic talks after his family was killed by a US/Israel airstrike? His father, mother, wife, and a son, among others, were killed. Is he really going to forget all this? As we know, as this war continues, it is very hard to survive due to economic pressure and the threat of attacks. In this situation, a regional war could turn into a global impact. War has spread to about 14 countries, creating a serious oil crisis. Iran still retains more than 50% of its missile capability and also continues to hold enriched uranium. Instead of collapsing, the regime appears to be hardening. At the same time, the conflict is affecting global energy markets, with US gas prices rising by around 20%. But according to Donald Trump’s statement, the Iran war will end soon. His statement looks like an attempt to control fuel prices or stock markets temporarily, as fuel prices are going up and stocks are decrea...

As updates about the ongoing war emerge globally, it seems to mark the start of a third world war. The current conflict, although Iran may appear to be fighting alone on the surface, is not entirely isolated behind the scenes. Reports and intelligence leaks suggest that major powers such as Russia and China may be offering various forms of indirect support. Some news sources claim that Russia has shared strategic or intelligence information with Iran, while China may be assisting through finance and missile-related technology. With new statements coming from China, it has also begun diplomatic support. One of the most important factors behind this alignment is the growing strategic partnership between China and Iran. Their relationship has strengthened significantly through a 25-year comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement. China has helped Iran improve its satellite navigation capabilities through systems such as the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System, reducing Iran’s depend...

 After seven days of war, statements from officials in the United States suggest growing confusion about the direction of the conflict with Iran . It is becoming increasingly clear that regime change or the destruction of Iran’s nuclear program cannot be achieved through air strikes alone. If these were truly the objectives of Washington—or part of a larger strategic plan involving Israel —achieving them would require a risky and costly ground operation. Iran’s nuclear facilities are largely underground, making them extremely difficult to destroy through bombing alone. So far, the most visible result of the first week of war has not been political change but economic disruption. Energy markets are unstable, tourism is declining, and global aviation and business are facing uncertainty. Inflation in the United States has risen to 7.1% in 2026, while global oil prices fluctuate above $100 per barrel, intensifying economic anxiety. Public opinion in the U.S. reflects growing concer...

As events unfold in global politics now, there is no doubt that the right-wing in USA and Israel is putting the world on fire, moving toward a possible third world war. The truth is simple: only ordinary citizens will suffer. These leaders are not thinking about humanity, not even their own people, who pay taxes for a better life—not for wars. Sadly, these capitalist leaders are driven by greed—for power and the natural resources of other countries, especially in the Middle East. Their actions, from military interventions to strategic alliances, are escalating global tension and instability. Middle Eastern countries should understand that they are already losing and will lose even more. Those American bases in their lands are not really for local safety—they are mostly for Israel’s protection. As the Middle East grows weaker politically and militarily, the USA deep state will exploit its resources, as it has done in Iraq and several other countries. Through these bases, foreign power...

World wars don’t just destroy armies—they destroy the economies, stability, cities, and future of every country involved in the conflict. But some countries could turn the chaos into an opportunity for global leadership. A world war would be extremely destructive for everyone. But countries that stay out of the fighting and don’t join any war groups—using intelligent diplomacy and taking a principled stand for their people and nation—can protect their economies and stability. If a future World War III occurs, even powerful countries like the United States could suffer serious damage and lose their global supremacy. Meanwhile, countries that avoid destruction may emerge stronger and more influential after the war. History shows the same happened after World War II: nations that preserved their economies and cities ended up leading the world. #Worldwarthree #WorldWar #Diplomacy #Geopolitics #EconomicStability