Recorded February 1, 2026

Part two of a special two-part webinar series by Community Alliance for Peace and Justice and CODEPINK to deepen awareness and analysis of the current situation in Pakistan. This discussion examined how Washington is leveraging its relationship with Pakistan’s military to shape regional power dynamics. It explored whether Pakistan’s participation in Trump’s so-called Board of Peace signals a de facto normalization with Israel and a betrayal of Palestinian self-determination, and what Pakistan’s recent defense agreement with Saudi Arabia means for its ties with Iran and other regional actors. The conversation also considered whether Pakistan is being positioned to support a future U.S.– or Israel-led confrontation with Iran, and what renewed U.S. interest in strategic assets like the Bagram airbase reveals about Washington’s broader regional strategy.

Recorded January 26, 2026

Part one of a special two-part webinar series by Community Alliance for Peace and Justice and CODEPINK to deepen awareness and analysis of the current situation in Pakistan. As the current U.S. administration moves toward renewed political engagement with Pakistan, many are seeking a clearer understanding of how these shifts impact democracy and civil society, with special reference to the role of the military’s crackdown on political dissent. A timely discussion with three preeminent experts-- Pakistani journalist analyst Dr. Moeed Pirzada, Georgetown Professor Dr. Christine Fair, and Just Foreign Policy Director Erik Sperling.

Recorded November 11, 2025

We explored the escalating border tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the surge in terrorist violence, ongoing military operations along the Durand Line, broader regional dynamics, and viable prospects for sustainable peace between these neighboring nations. Featuring preeminent experts--Pakistani security analyst Imtiaz Gul, former Afghan Ambassador Omar Samad, and Pak-Afghan expert Rafiullah Kakar.

Recorded September 4, 2025

As the United States deepens its strategic partnership with Pakistan, questions arise about the implications for South Asia’s stability, Pakistan’s democratic aspirations, and the role of the Pakistani-American diaspora in shaping U.S. policy. We explored these questions and more, with our panelists, Dr. Sahar Khan (defense and foreign policy analyst), Wajahat S. Khan (Emmy-nominated journalist), and Erik Sperling (Just Foreign Policy)

Recorded May 15, 2025

A discussion on recent tensions between India and Pakistan with expert panelists Dr. Manoj Joshi, Wajahat S. Khan, and Dr. Christine Fair. We discussed the strategic, political, and security implications of the 4-day conflagration between the two countries.

Recorded March 15, 2025

The second episode of the 'Voices of the Diaspora' series with @DrMoeedPirzadaOfficial and @Dr. Hussain Nadeem. Analysis of the institutional and societal factors behind Pakistan’s democratic deficit and exploration of strategies to address it.

Recorded February 27, 2025

The first episode of our ‘Voices of the Diaspora’ series, where we spotlight leaders and individuals who are actively shaping the conversation around democracy and human rights in Pakistan, while courageously challenging military authoritarianism in the country. Through this series, we aim to explore insights and strategies from our speakers on how to dismantle the military’s pervasive grip on Pakistani society and its institutions.

For our inaugural event, we are honored to be joined by Emmy-nominated journalist Wajahat S. Khan and leading political analyst Haider Mehdi.

Recorded February 17, 2025

Pakistan held a landmark election last week. Despite massive irregularities in the run up to the election, PTI supporters came out in droves and delivered an astounding upset. Even amid widespread claims of fraud and reversal of results in key constituencies following the vote, PTI-backed independent candidates won a plurality of seats in parliament. What does this moment represent for the democratic aspirations of the people of Pakistan, the military’s involvement in politics, the future of major political parties, and Pakistan-U.S. relations? Watch an in-depth discussion on these questions and more with leading experts Jibran Nasir (lawyer and human rights activist), Wajahat S. Khan (Emmy-nominated journalist), and Moeed Pirzada (TV anchor, columnist).