Bushra Fatima

IR enthusiast with a curiosity for borders, cultures & power🌍

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

When a conflict unfolds, how do we separate what is claimed from what can actually be verified?

This question led me to my first independent intelligence brief on Afghanistan Pakistan.

I chose this event to look beyond the headlines and understand how competing narratives emerge, how claims can be assessed, and where the available evidence leaves unanswered questions.

For this learning exercise, I used open source reporting, official statements and publicly available material. I built a timeline, compared claims against independent reporting, assessed competing hypotheses, and used the OODA loop as an analytical model to examine the potential risk of escalation.

My conclusions are based on the sources reviewed, their level of corroboration, and the gaps that remain. I have tried to distinguish reported claims from confirmed information and analytical inference rather than present uncertainty as fact.

This is my first attempt at bringing these methods together in a structured brief. I’m sharing it to document my learning, improve my analytical writing, and welcome constructive feedback.

@bellingcat @pajhwok @UNAMAnews @MoFA_Afg

#OSINT #Geopolitics #IntelligenceAnalysis #ConflictAnalysis #Afghanistan

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

From Delhi to Paris to Tehran, a generation is on the streets, fighting for rights, dignity and a future it deserves.

They should be building their dreams, not risking their safety just to be heard.

What kind of future are we leaving them?

My latest article. 🖋️

#GenZ #Youth #HumanRights

https://t.co/JeIjbqaI7p

[Rise to Peace @risetopeace]

Meet BUSHRA FATIMA.

https://t.co/6xmYW3wucD

#RiseToPeace #ResearchFellow #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

@risetopeace Happy to be part of this journey and contribute in my own little way.

[Iran in India @Iran_in_India]

On the occasion of the BRICS Theatre Festival, it may be worth speaking about Iranian theatre not by beginning with the construction of the first theatre hall or the writing of the first play, but from somewhere much further back, from that moment when human beings first stood before one another, assumed a role, gave voice to another voice, told a story and recreated their world before the eyes of others.
@timesofindia
https://t.co/x36evyU3bv

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

OSINT brief ..a first attempt.

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

When a conflict unfolds, how do we separate what is claimed from what can actually be verified?

This question led me to my first independent intelligence brief on Afghanistan Pakistan.

I chose this event to look beyond the headlines and understand how competing narratives emerge, how claims can be assessed, and where the available evidence leaves unanswered questions.

For this learning exercise, I used open source reporting, official statements and publicly available material. I built a timeline, compared claims against independent reporting, assessed competing hypotheses, and used the OODA loop as an analytical model to examine the potential risk of escalation.

My conclusions are based on the sources reviewed, their level of corroboration, and the gaps that remain. I have tried to distinguish reported claims from confirmed information and analytical inference rather than present uncertainty as fact.

This is my first attempt at bringing these methods together in a structured brief. I’m sharing it to document my learning, improve my analytical writing, and welcome constructive feedback.

@bellingcat @pajhwok @UNAMAnews @MoFA_Afg

#OSINT #Geopolitics #IntelligenceAnalysis #ConflictAnalysis #Afghanistan

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

I’ve shared my first independent OSINT brief on Substack. This is a small step in my journey of learning and practising geopolitical and intelligence analysis.

Read the full brief here:

#OSINT #Geopolitics

https://t.co/iGRVDgCcQg

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

@WorldWAdab True....btw ..can we see these books

[Iran in India @Iran_in_India]

Congratulations, Navi Pillay, for standing up for truth and justice for Palestine. 🇵🇸 Sometimes, speaking the truth is the real prize — and the best reality check for those who need it most. 😉🏆

[𝕬𝖗𝖆𝖘𝖍𝖎𝕱𝖑𝖆𝖒𝖊🗝️🫒☝🏻 @Arashi_Flame]

1 Share = Help 🤲🏻

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

@iam_nyakoi That’s not a question, that’s emotional torture🥹🥹

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

@AuthorGFAllen This is best 🤣

[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

“Touch the Sky with Glory”

#GeneralDhirajSeth, #COAS and All Ranks of the #IndianArmy extend warm greetings and best wishes to All Ranks, #Veterans and Families of the #IndianAirForce on the occasion of #AirForceDay.

As the Indian Air Force continues to soar with courage, precision and pride, the Indian Army stands shoulder to shoulder with the Air Yoddhas.

United in Purpose, Unwavering in Resolve.

@DefenceMinIndia
@SpokespersonMoD
@HQ_IDS_India
@IAF_MCC

[Iran in India @Iran_in_India]

Rest in peace, #NanaPatekar. A great actor has left us, but Uday Shetty and all his unforgettable characters will live on forever.
Om Shanti

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

I grew up near an Air Force station in Kanpur, and the roar of jets was part of the sky I knew as a child. On Air Force Day, I reflect on the people, courage and air power behind that familiar sound. https://t.co/WNhiDWSSi6

[CISF @CISFHQrs]

Saluting the Guardians of the Skies on 94th Indian Airforce Day !

CISF extends warm greetings to all the brave Air Warriors and their families on the occasion of Indian Air Force Day.

With courage, discipline, precision and utmost commitment, the Indian Air Force continues to protect the nation and rise to every challenge. Its exemplary service during humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations reflects a steadfast commitment to the nation.

CISF salutes the valour, dedication and professionalism of our Air Warriors. Their commitment to duty continues to inspire the nation.

#IndianAirForceDay #AirWarriors #NationFirst

@SpokespersonMoD
@IAF_MCC
@DDNewslive

[Asim @asim_lfc]

Whenever you think you have it tough, just watch this. 🍉💚

[Ashish Joshi @bismil_prasad]

A great artist and actor is no more.
#NanaPatekar .Rest in Peace Nana!

His immortal message to the citizens of India will live on forever. Do listen

[Bushra Fatima @BushraaFatima10]

@risetopeace War may be fought between sides, but its deepest cost is always borne by people. May humanity always come first

[Rise to Peace @risetopeace]

We remember the victims of the October 7 terror attack and all civilians who have suffered in the violence and war that followed.

We pray for peace, and for a future where no child, no family, and no innocent person has to live trapped in violence or fear.

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