"Conflict Weekly" and "The World This Week" are two weekly publications that cover major developments relating to conflicts and global politics that happened during the week. The publications contains three to four short notes every week, in 700-800 words, looking at three questions: What happened? What is the background? What does it mean?
Both publications also feature a “Regional Roundup” section, offering concise, region-wise snapshots of key global developments. These brief updates provide quick context, enabling readers to track regional trends along with the main focus notes.
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CW Note The US-Iran War Week 26: Renewed Escalation and Diplomatic Deadlock Brighty Ann Sarah In the news On 30 August, Reuters reported that Washington attacked two Iranian launchers on Iran's Larak Island, claiming that the IRGC forces “were observed preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into Strait of Hormuz.” The attacks marked the first major military escalation since...
CW Note Catastrophic Floods in Nepal: Remote Terrains, Limited Early Warnings and Command Challenges Sreemaya Nair In the news On 26 August, The Kathmandu Post reported that the Rasuwa District Administration Office received reports of a surge in the Bhotekoshi River that could increase the risk of downstream flooding towards the Trishuli River. A flash flood swept through the Timure and Syabrubesi...
CW Note Escalating attacks in Pakistan: Resurgence in violence and Ineffective counterterrorism strategy Akshath Kaimal In the news On 01 August, Dawn reported that the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICCS) released its monthly report for July. The report recorded 606 fatalities in July, making it the deadliest month of 2026. On 02 August, Dawn reported that a suicide...