Defense Security Archives - Page 2 of 3

Oct

By Faisal Aijaz Briefing Papers, Defense Security

Operation Black Thunderstorm

The grievances of Pashtuns, the progress of KPK, support base of PTM, role of PTI and PPP, and proposed next steps are discussed in this article and offer additional insight to this issue.

Sep

By Ahmad Ibrahim Briefing Papers, Defense Security

Pakistan Nuclear Triad Approach & The Classical Triad Concept

The grievances of Pashtuns, the progress of KPK, support base of PTM, role of PTI and PPP, and proposed next steps are discussed in this article and offer additional insight to this issue.

Aug

By Ahmad Ibrahim Briefing Papers, Defense Security

Indo-Pak Maritime Power Struggle

The grievances of Pashtuns, the progress of KPK, support base of PTM, role of PTI and PPP, and proposed next steps are discussed in this article and offer additional insight to this issue.

Aug

By Lt. General Tariq Khan (Retired) Defense Security, Geopolitics, Pakistan

Answering Nawaz Sharif’s BBC Interview

Let’s recall our memories of a speech of a senior Pak Army official that he delivered as the chief guest at a military educational institution in Rawalpindi on India’s Republic Day in 2014, asserting that India poses no greater threat to Pakistan but extremism/terrorism does.

Aug

By Lt. General Tariq Khan (Retired) Afghanistan, China, Defense Security, Geopolitics, Pakistan, United States

The Great Game and Afghanistan – 11 Point Agenda for Pakistan

Jul

By Lt. General Tariq Khan (Retired) Defense Security, Hybrid Warfare, Pakistan

Ignorance is Bliss

So, we have an account of a foreign ‘contractor,’ unfortunately we have silence on our side. Who this silence serves, I don’t know, but it appears that the military is getting part of the blame.

Jun

By Lt. General Tariq Khan (Retired) Defense Security, Hybrid Warfare, Information Warfare

Facts First, Then Distort

Some people are of the opinion that India and Pakistan could have better relations, and that it is Pakistan who causes acrimony, with the Establishment specifically to blame. They qualify their argument by accusing the Establishment of creating an artificial situation so as to justify a huge defense budget, pay and allowances and perks.

May

By Lt. General Tariq Khan (Retired) Defense Security, Intelligence

Pakistan in Crisis

Have been away for a while, was watching matters with concern and disappointment as Pakistan stumbles through one crisis to another. But then am I qualified to say anything at all in the first place? A retired officer of the armed forces, it appears may have no right to criticize, suggest or recommend anything within this sacred democracy.

May

By Faisal Aijaz Briefing Papers, Defense Security

Military Perspective: Interview with Lieutenant General Masood Aslam (Retired)

Decorated with Hilal-e-Imtiaz, Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Mil), and Sitar-e-Jurat, Lieutenant General Masood Aslam (Retired) served for almost 40 years in the Pakistan Army. He was seriously wounded during the 1971 War with India and was awarded Imtiazi Sanad.

May

By Lt. General Tariq Khan (Retired) Defense Security, Information Warfare, Intelligence

Lt. General Tariq Khan (Retired) & DAWNLeaks

When DawnLeaks happened, the State handled the crisis as best as it could. No one says that it is to everyone’s satisfaction, nevertheless it was resolved with the best of intent. Our DG-ISPR was the messenger and unkind remarks about him are either out of ignorance or malice.