Madhuban

Turkiye has consistently provoked India by backing Pakistan—militarily, diplomatically, and ideologically. From supporting Pakistan at international platforms to enabling its military ambitions, Turkiye has played an antagonistic role. It is time for a strategic containment of Turkiye—not just through boycotts but via a well-planned geopolitical response. Context: Post-Pahalgam Tensions Following the terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 to target terrorist hideouts. During this tense period, Turkiye supported Pakistan diplomatically and morally. For several years now, Turkiye has echoed Pakistan’s narrative on Kashmir on platforms like the United Nations. Turkiye's ambition to lead the Muslim world is no secret, and its endorsement of Pakistan’s extremism is part of that pursuit. Historical Background After the defeat of the Ottoman Empire in World War I, Turkiye emerged as a modern nation, geographically straddling E...

Even as ‘Operation Sindoor’ is underway, the freedom movement in Balochistan, Pakistan, has also gained momentum. Various organizations, including the Balochistan Liberation Army, have intensified their attacks on Pakistani soldiers. Mir Yaar Baloch, a member of the ‘Balochistan Freedom Movement’, has played a significant role in bringing the voice of Balochistan’s struggle to the international stage. Through a recent interaction with him, it was possible to understand the ongoing struggle and current situation in Balochistan. ... Balochistan’s Independence Is Inevitable Baloch Leader Mir Yaar Baloch’s Firm Belief Madhuban Pingle Pune – “Our freedom struggle is neither a covert war nor dependent on funds from foreign powers. It is a purely national movement initiated by the common Baloch people. Hence, Balochistan’s independence is inevitable,” asserted Mir Yaar Baloch, a member of the Free Balochistan Movement and a Baloch human rights activist, in an interaction with Sakal. The deman...