Najib Azad Exclusives

Pakistan: Washington’s “Slumdog Strategy” and the Risks to U.S.–Iran Peace

I’ve published a new op-ed examining a recurring challenge in U.S. foreign policy: the reliance on partners whose incentives may not fully align with long-term stability.

The article focuses on recent suggestions that Pakistan could play a role in facilitating U.S.–Iran talks. While geopolitically important, Pakistan’s historical record raises serious questions about its suitability as a mediator.
Key themes:
• The legacy of U.S.–Pakistan cooperation from the Cold War to today
• The tension between short-term alignment and long-term trust
• Pakistan’s current economic pressures and strategic positioning
• Why mediator selection matters for durable diplomacy
This is not a question of personalities, but of incentives and structure.
I welcome thoughtful discussion.

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Never-Lasting Surprises:

Netanyahu’, the actual ally in this war reportedly urged him not to strike at this time, warning that Israel wasn’t fully prepared for retaliation—but he didn’t listen.

The entire European Union called for restraint—but he didn’t listen.

Moscow and Beijing advised against escalation—but he didn’t listen.

Much of the Middle East opposed such a war—but he didn’t care.

The United Nations urged him to stop—but he didn’t listen.

The U.S. Congress voiced opposition—but he didn’t care.

Millions of Americans protested, asking him to stand down—but he didn’t care.

But then—

Shehbaz Sharif tweeted, asked him to stop… and suddenly, he listened. 😂

New article by Najib Azad: Part I — Regime Change and Strategic Consequences. A timely strategic analysis of U.S.–Israel operations against Iran, the geopolitical risks, and possible longer-term consequences for regional stability.
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