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Understanding the Red Fort Attack in New Delhi

A devastating suicide blast near Delhi’s Red Fort exposes the persistence of cross-border terrorism, the rise of “white-collar” radicalization, and the need for constant vigilance despite years of relative calm.

Critical Questions by S. L. Narasimhan — November 25, 2025

What Led to the Recent Crisis Between India and Pakistan?

India and Pakistan’s recent crisis highlights how rapidly tensions can escalate to a dangerous level, marking a new era of conflict between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. The region should develop off-ramps and strengthen confidence-building measures.

Critical Questions by Diya Ashtakala — May 20, 2025

Can India Cut Off Pakistan’s Indus River Lifeline?

In retaliation for a deadly militant attack in Pahalgam, India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan, threatening to block Pakistan’s vital water supplies and risking regional stability in South Asia.

Critical Questions by David Michel — May 1, 2025

The Islamic State Threat in Pakistan: Trends and Scenarios

Recent Islamic State attacks in Pakistan suggest that the terrorist group remains willing and able to conduct high-casualty attacks on civilian targets but will probably remain a localized threat.

Commentary by Alexander Palmer and Mackenzie Holtz — August 3, 2023

Pakistan’s Deadly Floods Pose Urgent Questions on Preparedness and Response

Pakistan is experiencing its worst humanitarian crisis in a decade. More than 4.2 million people are affected, with over one-third of the country submerged in floodwater. International actors should do their part to support Pakistan and prepare for future disasters.

Critical Questions by Jacob Kurtzer and Hareem Fatima Abdullah — September 13, 2022

The Next Big Refugee Crisis Just Started

The fall of Afghanistan is likely to precipitate the world’s next forced displacement crisis with significant consequences. The United States should lead by example and create a long-term strategy for how the world can provide a future to displaced Afghans.

Commentary by Erol Yayboke — August 18, 2021

On the Horizon Vol. 2: A Collection of Papers from the Next Generation

In this report, the 2019 PONI Nuclear Scholars touched upon a variety of nuclear security issues ranging from the future of arms-control treaties, the role of AI and cyber resilience in nuclear security, to regional dynamics as it pertains to nuclear weapons.

Report by Rebecca Hersman — April 9, 2020

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor at Five

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a flagship of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), has struggled to deliver its promises, according to a new CSIS dataset.

Brief by Jonathan E. Hillman and Maesea McCalpin — April 2, 2020

Orchestrating Global Polio Eradication

This sixth installment in our series on U.S. support for global polio eradication explores the evolution of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, discussing how its multi-layered governance model, while unwieldy at times, has proven the value of partnerships through its success.

Report by Nellie Bristol and Michaela Simoneau — September 26, 2019