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Rajan Kumar
Rajan Kumar teaches at School of International Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi. Views are personal
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Europe’s panic over Russian drones in Poland is not without reasonSign In to read
September 11,2025 19:21:56 PM
The drones may well have been meant for Ukraine, but given how little Russia is trusted in European capitals, the incident has created further uncertainties, rekindling memories of World War II
Thu, Sep 11, 2025
Trump Zelenskyy meeting: Why Europe is alarmedSubscriber Only
August 19,2025 12:54:39 PM
European leaders were unable to persuade Trump to first push for a ceasefire before any hasty peace deal with Russia
Tue, Aug 19, 2025
Amid trade wars and conflicts, New Delhi must strengthen its associations with BRICSSubscriber Only
July 02,2025 20:12:28 PM
In a world where Trump's whimsical policies send shockwaves, India needs closer ties with alternative regional powers
Thu, Jul 03, 2025
US involvement is contingent upon how the Iran-Israel conflict unfolds in the coming daysSubscriber Only
June 18,2025 13:54:55 PM
Washington has distanced itself from Israel’s military action, calling it a unilateral action. This policy might change if Iran succeeds in causing severe damage to Israel, or more importantly, targets US military infrastructure in West Asia
Wed, Jun 18, 2025
Russian troops at Finland’s border and the security dilemma in EuropeSubscriber Only
May 23,2025 11:50:25 AM
These measures are largely defensive, and Moscow is unlikely to engage in a direct war with NATO. The asymmetry between the two sides is too high
Sat, May 24, 2025
Report card of Trump’s first 100 days: DisorderSubscriber Only
April 29,2025 14:14:45 PM
With a faltering economy, widespread protests, legal hassles, and a dwindling support base, as shown by recent polls, Trump will encounter several challenges in the coming days.
Tue, Apr 29, 2025
US has begun preparing for a war with Iran. India needs to step inSubscriber Only
April 03,2025 17:34:14 PM
Trump would like the war to be short and swift, focussing primarily on Iran’s nuclear installations and energy infrastructure. However, motives often change as wars go on
Fri, Apr 04, 2025
PM Modi is right. International institutions have lost credibilitySubscriber Only
March 20,2025 18:24:04 PM
India needs to develop its own brand of multilateralism. The road to global leadership will pass through South Asia.
Thu, Mar 20, 2025
Trump’s MAGA dreams may be vague, but the world needs to fasten its seatbeltSubscriber Only
March 06,2025 12:25:38 PM
Trump's policies will intensify the trade war, fuel xenophobia and anti-Americanism, slow down the global economy, weaken the US Dollar, and encourage other countries to develop alternative multilateral trading arrangements and strengthen their militaries.
Thu, Mar 06, 2025
What Modi and Trump have in common — and how that can help IndiaSubscriber Only
February 14,2025 16:06:08 PM
The Trump administration realises the significance of India as a rising economy, a willing partner and a bulwark against China in the Indo-Pacific region. The Trump-Modi meet. It laid the groundwork for action in the coming years.
Fri, Feb 14, 2025
Donald Trump’s inaugural speech: Two Americas and a new era of politicsSubscriber Only
January 21,2025 15:17:25 PM
Some expect Trump to make America great again, while others view it as a capitulation of values it stood for in the last seven decades
Tue, Jan 21, 2025
Greenland, Canada and the new American imperialism: Why Trump’s threats aren’t a passing fadSubscriber Only
January 10,2025 14:01:13 PM
US president-elect's statements on acquiring Canada and Greenland disregard the UN Charter, where territorial integrity and sovereignty are treated as sacrosanct. China, Russia and others can use his logic to justify their acts of aggression.
Fri, Jan 10, 2025
BRICS Summit at Kazan: The takeaways for India, Russia and ChinaSubscriber Only
October 24,2024 14:30:09 PM
Modi, Xi and Putin can all claim success. As BRICS grows, however, it will face new challenges
Thu, Oct 24, 2024
Harris-Trump presidential debate and two classic American storiesSubscriber Only
September 12,2024 07:34:35 AM
Washington’s strong ties with New Delhi will persist irrespective of the new incumbent in the White House. But while Trump will remain transactional in his dealings with New Delhi, Harris will prioritise US national interests.
Fri, Sep 13, 2024
Modi in Russia: A game of optics, a loud message to the WestSubscriber Only
July 10,2024 12:25:30 PM
Visuals of Modi-Putin's embrace signal that Russia occupies a pivotal place in India's strategic calculations, and the latter will not yield to external pressures
Mon, Jul 15, 2024
US Presidential Debate: Democrats in disarray as Trump wins the debateSubscriber Only
June 28,2024 15:58:01 PM
Instead of dispelling concerns about his age and fading memory, Joe Biden's performance has heightened those concerns, sparking speculations on the possibility of Democrats finding an alternative candidate
Fri, Jun 28, 2024
Putin in Beijing: What a Russia-China military alliance could mean for IndiaSubscriber Only
May 22,2024 11:54:42 AM
New Delhi is wary of the growing ties between Beijing and Moscow. However, its strategy of cultivating robust ties with Washington while maintaining a balanced relationship with Moscow has proved exceptionally effective in managing China
Mon, May 27, 2024
Putin critic Alexei Navalny dies: How will his death impact Russia’s war in Ukraine and internal politics?Subscriber Only
February 17,2024 18:00:58 PM
Opposition leader’s death raises questions about dissent, rule of law, and the future of a war-torn nation
Sat, Feb 17, 2024
The old Middle East is not backSubscriber Only
October 19,2023 07:07:30 AM
In every crisis, there is a silver lining to be discovered. The recognition of Palestine would be the first step in that direction
Fri, Oct 20, 2023
The Wagner Coup in Russia: Why did Putin offer Prigozhin a safe exit?Subscriber Only
June 26,2023 11:30:03 AM
The Wagner insurgency has brought internal strife into the public domain. In the 23 years of his presidency, Putin has never faced a crisis of this proportion
Mon, Jun 26, 2023
SCO meeting in Goa: The West is wrong – the grouping isn’t blindly pro-RussiaSubscriber Only
May 04,2023 16:33:56 PM
SCO states do not feel morally obligated to endorse either side. A sense prevails that both parties made mistakes
Fri, May 05, 2023
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