On October 7th, 2024, CISS AJK hosted a webinar on the Lebanon pager explosion and its strategic implications for modern warfare. Moderated by Rimsha Malik, the event brought together experts to discuss the vulnerabilities in communication technologies and the increasing role of cyberattacks in destabilizing states. Dr. Asma Shakir Khawaja opened the session, emphasizing the shift from traditional warfare to digital threats targeting national infrastructure.

Key discussions included Raza Shah Khan’s analysis of cyber warfare’s growing prominence and Ali Mustafa’s call for technological independence to mitigate reliance on foreign equipment. Dr. Hassan Tahir But highlighted supply chain vulnerabilities, urging for international cooperation to secure critical technologies. Tahir Naeem Malik stressed the importance of preparing Pakistan for asymmetrical warfare by strengthening cyber defenses.

Zohaib Altaf highlighted Mossad’s operation against Hezbollah, revealing the risks of compromised devices and calling for AI-powered systems to prevent similar attacks. The webinar concluded with Dr. Khawaja’s reminder that security is an ongoing process, urging Pakistan to evolve its defense strategies in response to modern technological threats.