DPS: War, oil and the economic fallout of the Middle East conflict

The escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel represents one of the most significant geopolitical shocks to global energy markets in recent years. Beyond the immediate humanitarian and military consequences, the conflict carries substantial economic costs for both regional and global economies. One of the most visible economic effects has been volatility in…

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Pakistan’s war on Terror

A Multi-Dimensional Perspective Introduction Pakistan stands at the forefront of the global struggle against terrorism, often facing this daunting unconventional war in isolation. Despite the immense sacrifices made by the people and Pakistan Armed Forces, they remain a primary target for extremist elements. To bring this conflict to a logical conclusion, it is imperative to…

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Periphery Dilemma

“More than in any other endeavor, things in war often do not unfold as anticipated.”Carl von Clausewitz Historically big powers usually overextend and squander resources in peripheral regions at the cost of ignoring core issues at home. The American war on Iran is the latest example of this pattern. The allure of overwhelming military power…

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Corporate Power and the Political Economy of Modern Warfare

AbstractModern armed conflicts are increasingly shaped by a complex interaction between geopolitical rivalry, technological competition, and global economic structures. While traditional explanations of war emphasize territorial disputes, ideological confrontation, and national security imperatives, contemporary research highlights the growing influence of corporate actors and transnational economic interests in shaping the dynamics of modern warfare. The concept…

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The Porcupine Stings Back

A Fictitious Scenario on how Venezuela could have countered the U.S. Raid The Preamble In the final weeks of 2025, the pressure campaign against Caracas was assembled with methodical precision. Carrier strike groups rotated into the southern Caribbean; destroyers established overlapping patrol arcs; submarines seeded the approaches to Venezuelan ports. Air assets forward-deployed through Colombia…

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Thirst by The Sea

Karachi’s Drinking Water Crisis and the Strategic Case for Desalination Introduction (Karachi’s Paradox of Water Abundance and Scarcity) Karachi, a megacity of over 22 million people and Pakistan’s principal economic engine, faces a structural paradox. Despite sitting on one of the world’s longest and most resource-rich coastlines, access to safe drinking water has become one…

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