The latest declarations from the White House have sent shockwaves through global markets, as President Donald Trump suggests the U.S. could wind down its military campaign against Iran within two to three weeks. However, as domestic petrol prices climb past $4 a gallon and the Strait of Hormuz remains a volatile chokepoint, many are questioning if this mission accomplished narrative is premature. The reality on the ground characterized by a lack of formal negotiations and a mowing the lawn military strategy suggests that ending this conflict will be far more complex than a simple withdrawal. The Stone Age Strategy: Defining the U.S. Military Objective President Trump has pivoted from seeking a diplomatic grand bargain to a strategy of pure attrition. By stating that a deal is no longer necessary, he has redefined success as the degradation of Iran’s capabilities to the point of being put into the Stone Ages.This shift signals an Israelization of American war aims, where the goal is n...
Pakistan has asked the US for small arms to support its ongoing Operation Azm-e-Istekham, in an attempt to strategically bolster its counterterrorism capabilities. This appeal coincides with a rise in violent incidents in the provinces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, where terrorist organizations like as Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Baloch separatists have stepped up their attacks on both civilians and security personnel. Launched earlier this year, Operation Azm-e-Istekham seeks to destroy these terrorist networks and bring stability back to the impacted areas. The operation demonstrates Pakistan's will to fight terrorism by using a variety of strategies, such as military action, community outreach, and intelligence-based operations. The U.S. request for small guns emphasizes how critical it is for Pakistan to provide its security personnel with up-to-date, dependable armament. Close-quarters fighting operations—which are necessary for successful counterterror...