Ceasefire
Talking to Tehreek-i-Taliban
Pakistan’s negotiations with the banned group may lead to more violence and instability.
Salman Rafi Sheikh | Sep 13, 2022
Afghanistan after America
US-Taliban deal could end war, but jettison hard-won rights.
Thomas Ruttig | Mar 28, 2019
The Naga talks move along
Even though a final resolution looks remote, the Naga peace negotiations have proceeded with hope – and the clear indication of outside help.
Wasbir Hussain | Sep 01, 2006
Needed: A People’s Power movement
Perhaps the return to war in Sri Lanka will energise the flagging peace movement, as people wake up to what was achieved during the time of ceasefire and all that would be lost. We have …
Sanjana Hattotuwa | Jul 02, 2006
The fourth Eelam war
With the West's efforts at peacemaking having suddenly been stymied by the return to war, the focus shifts to New Delhi. How will it respond, even as Tamil Nadu turns restive?
A S Panneerselvan | Jul 01, 2006
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