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Monday Briefing: Israel-Hamas war: Conflict scenarios, ... mei.edu Oct 16, 2023 11 facts
claimThe Pakistani government pledged to rally international support for the Palestinian cause at prominent forums, specifically the United Nations and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
claimPakistan's government has historically provided limited support to the Palestinian cause beyond rhetorical sympathy, despite the country's membership in the community of Islamic nations.
claimPakistan's official policy toward the 75-year-old Israeli-Palestinian conflict involves calling for a two-state solution, aligning with the United States and much of the international community.
claimThe Israel-Hamas conflict presents a geopolitical dilemma for Pakistan, which seeks to demonstrate solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza while avoiding damage to its relationship with the United States, a key ally of Israel.
accountFollowing a backlash from Pakistani society and far-right religious political groups regarding his initial call for restraint, Pakistani interim Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar shifted toward a more assertive stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict.
claimReligious and political forces in Pakistan have historically used the narrative of victimization and oppression of Muslim communities worldwide to foster jihad and recruit and radicalize young individuals.
accountPakistan's interim Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar initially responded to the Hamas attack and Israeli retaliatory bombing by calling for "restraint and protection of civilians" and stating he was "heartbroken" by the violence.
accountIn past conflicts in Syria and Iraq, a considerable number of Pakistani fighters participated by aligning themselves with either ISIS or Hezbollah, depending on their sectarian affiliations.
claimDomestic pressure in Pakistan for more active support of Palestinians has increased due to rising tensions between Israel and Palestinian-controlled areas, and Pakistan's growing dependence on economic and political support from Middle Eastern Muslim-majority countries.
claimReligious and political forces in Pakistan frequently utilize the perceived victimization and oppression of global Muslim communities to foster jihad and recruit or radicalize young individuals.
claimPakistani political parties, specifically the far-right religio-political groups Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan and Jamaat-e-Islami, are organizing large-scale rallies and nationwide demonstrations supporting Palestinians in Gaza to strengthen their bids for votes in the forthcoming general elections.
Europe's Strategic Shift: Navigating a New Geopolitical Era kashmirtimes.com Feb 10, 2026 4 facts
claimKazakhstan President Tokayev advanced a plan during a February 3-4 visit to create a rail corridor connecting Central Asia to Pakistani ports in Gwadar and Karachi via Afghanistan.
claimPakistan is seeking to secure EU GSP+ status to facilitate preferential exports to the European Union.
claimEurope's current geopolitical strategy involves deliberate engagement with India, nuanced recalibration with Pakistan, development partnerships with Bangladesh and Afghanistan, cautious management of China, and the constant containment of Russia.
claimThe European geopolitical architecture is currently under stress due to China's assertive presence, the rise of new intra-European alliances, and the recalibration of relationships with South Asian powers including India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
Quest for Strategic Autonomy? Europe Grapples with the US - Ifri ifri.org Jun 26, 2025 3 facts
measurementIn October 2025, Pakistan launched its first airstrikes on Kabul.
accountPakistan initially viewed the Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan in the summer of 2021 with optimism, but the bilateral relationship has since deteriorated, leading to a cycle of escalation.
accountPakistan intensified airstrikes on Afghan border areas, Kabul, and Kandahar in response to Afghan ground assaults and drone attacks during February–March 2026.
The International Implications of the Russo-Ukrainian War link.springer.com 3 facts
claimPakistan's position regarding the Russia-Ukraine war is complicated by its historically close ties to both China and the United States.
claimThe Russo-Ukrainian War has strained relations between India and Pakistan, as both countries navigate shifting alliances and the geopolitical ramifications of the conflict.
claimThe South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), which includes India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives, has been largely ineffective in addressing the geopolitical fallout of the war in Ukraine.
Consequences of the Russia-Ukraine War and the Changing Face ... rand.org May 22, 2025 2 facts
claimRegional conflicts often encourage states to institutionalize existing partnerships or expand areas of cooperation, such as when the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan led the United States to increase cooperation with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan to establish a framework for longer-term defense cooperation.
accountThe Soviet invasion of Afghanistan led the United States to increase cooperation with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, establishing a framework for longer-term defense cooperation.
Escalation in the Middle East and Beyond unocha.org 7 days ago 2 facts
claimThe closure of the Afghanistan-Pakistan border since October 2025 forced half of all trade into Afghanistan to route through Iran, placing half of all humanitarian commodities at risk of a pipeline break due to supply chain disruptions.
claimRenewed clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan have affected ten provinces in Afghanistan.
Iran and the Gulf: Why Hedging Is No Longer Enough warontherocks.com Feb 20, 2026 1 fact
claimUnilateral security mechanisms, such as the Saudi Arabia–Pakistan and United Arab Emirates–India arrangements, do not alleviate the immediate security dilemma faced by Gulf states.
Geopolitical, economic and humanitarian implications of the 2026 ... middleeastmonitor.com Mar 25, 2026 1 fact
claimEnergy-importing countries, specifically Pakistan, India, and members of the European Union, are particularly vulnerable to the inflationary pressures caused by the rise in oil prices during the 2026 conflict.