Explore how Central Asia and Persia shaped the Islamic Caliphate and vice versa between 710–800 CE, from Umayyad conquests and the Abbasid Revolution to Baghdad’s rise, the House of Wisdom, and the seeds of a Golden Age in science and culture.
Afghanistan’s spokesman stresses dialogue over blame for Pakistan incidents, urging cooperation and highlighting cross-border security challenges.
Muhammad Asad (1900–1992), born Leopold Weiss, journeyed from Europe’s turmoil to Pakistan’s founding moments. As the nation’s first citizen, he shaped debates on Islam, politics, and identity. His works, from The Road to Mecca to The Message of the Qur’an, continue to inspire Gen-Z and beyond.
Discover an enduring legacy of Persia, from ancient empires to its cultural influence on Islam and intellectual history across Asia and beyond.
Discover the Battle of Khem Karan in the 1965 war, Pakistan’s deepest thrust into India, a tale of faith, valor, and sacrifice against all odds
A gripping account of America’s 20-year war in Afghanistan, from 9/11 to the final withdrawal, exploring its chaos, consequences, and hopes for peace.
Discover the forgotten story of Al-Muhallab ibn Abi Sufra, the first Muslim general to enter the subcontinent, shaping early Islamic history in South Asia.
Explore how the fall of the Sasanian Empire and the rise of Islam reshaped history, shifting global power and preserving Persian cultural legacy.
Dive into Asia’s history: from ancient dynasties and the Silk Road to the rise of Islam and empires. Discover the crucible of civilizations and power.
