In this episode of the HDIW Podcast, former Ambassador Asif Durrani who has served in key diplomatic positions in New Delhi, Tehran, New York, Kabul, and London joins us to break down Trump’s Middle East peace plan and its implications for Pakistan, Israel, and the wider Muslim world.
From U.S. influence and Arab normalization to Pakistan’s constitutional stance and future foreign policy direction, this conversation dives deep into whether peace is truly possible and if Pakistan will ever recognize Israel.

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In this episode of the HDIW Podcast, we’re joined by Muhammad Yasir, Project Director at SUPARCO, to explore Pakistan’s growing space ambitions. From the origins of Pakistan’s space program and its global collaborations to satellite imaging, navigation, and national security applications, we discuss how SUPARCO is taking Pakistan’s space technology to the next level. The conversation also dives into myths around the moon landing and the future of space exploration.

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In this episode, we sit down with historian and author Dr. Hassaan Bokhari to uncover the heroic story of Captain Karnal Sher Khan, one of Pakistan’s most decorated war heroes, awarded the Nishan-e-Haider for his unmatched bravery in the Kargil War. We explore who he truly was, his final stand on the battlefield, and the critical strategic failures surrounding the 1999 conflict. Was Kargil a military misstep? What lessons should Pakistan take from this chapter of history? This is not just a tribute to a national hero, but a deep reflection on war, leadership, and accountability.

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ilhan Niaz, renowned historian and political analyst, to explore one of the most pressing questions in South Asia: Can peace follow war between two nuclear rivals?

We revisit historical peace efforts, examine the fallout of the May 2025, and unpack the hardline stances taken by both nations. From cross-border terrorism and Kashmir to global influence, this is a deep dive into diplomacy, conflict, and the elusive road to peace.

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