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Israel-Iran trade strikes again: 3 major takeaways, from Trump-Bibi ties to new red linesSubscriber Only
June 9, 2026 13:10 IST
What was different this time was that Iran launched attacks directly on Israel in retaliation for the latter’s actions in Lebanon. What do the latest developments say about the fate of the war?
Why Iran has linked US peace deal more to Lebanon than to Gaza
June 8, 2026 17:14 IST
Iran-US War 100th Day: Tehran faces an urgent need to translate Hormuz leverage into tangible gains, not least due to its continuing economic crisis. How has its bargaining position evolved?
With Xi Jinping set to meet Kim Jong-Un this week, what’s driving China-North Korea relations?
June 7, 2026 21:11 IST
What can North Korea, one of the poorest and least integrated nations in the world, offer China? Since their inception, China-North Korea ties have been based on wider geopolitical goals.
Armenia polls: Why both the West and Russia have an eye on the elections of a small West Asian nation
June 7, 2026 16:50 IST
Armenia is a major buyer of Indian weapons systems today, making its geopolitical shifts important for New Delhi.
US House vote against Trump won’t stop Iran war but still matters. Here’s why
June 4, 2026 14:14 IST
At the heart of the 215-208 vote against Trump is the War Powers Resolution of 1973, a law intended to limit a President's ability to conduct prolonged military operations without Congressional authorisation. Here's what that law states and why it is the subject of debate.
With its latest statement on CPEC, recalling how India has sought to counter China in South Asia
June 7, 2026 16:38 IST
While India's criticisms of China and Pakistan on Kashmir and CPEC are not entirely new, they are part of the larger story of its response to deepening Chinese presence in South Asia. Here is what to know.
Where’s the West Asia conflict headed? Marco Rubio’s testimony offers some clues
June 4, 2026 09:40 IST
Appearing before US Congress for the first time since the West Asia war broke out in February, the US Secretary of State spoke about a range of issues linked to the larger conflict. Here are the key takeaways.
Beaufort Castle, explained: Why Israel’s return to the Lebanese fortress is contentious
June 3, 2026 20:00 IST
Over the weekend, Israel reoccupied Beaufort Castle, a 12th-century fortress in southern Lebanon that has long been a military flashpoint between Israel, Palestinian groups and Hezbollah. We explain the history of Beaufort Castle, its past siege by Israel, and why its latest capture is politically and militarily contentious.
The overlooked conflict: The civil war pushing South Sudan to the brink
June 2, 2026 17:05 IST
Hundreds are dead, thousands displaced in one year of fighting in South Sudan. Almost half the population is starving. How did things get this bad?
China This Week | EU’s ‘Chemotherapy’ for battling trade surplus, changes in household system, and new nuclear test site photos
May 31, 2026 20:08 IST
Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. This edition looks at the EU’s response to growing trade friction, the “hukou” system and reports of construction activities at the Lop Nur nuclear testing site.
Trump’s war with Iran may leave the US waiting years to rebuild key missile stockpiles
June 1, 2026 09:28 IST
A CSIS report warns that the strategic costs of the US President’s Iran campaign could outlast the conflict, with key missile stockpiles taking years to recover. We explain
As US-Iran deal hangs in balance, a look at the core issue: Iran’s nuclear programme
May 30, 2026 16:09 IST
The US claimed to have 'obliterated' Iran’s nuclear capabilities during its June 2025 strikes, but a large part of the highly enriched uranium is believed to have survived. This remains the biggest US concern amid the ceasefire negotiations.
Expert Explains | Why the Quad has never picked up momentum
May 30, 2026 11:07 IST
The Indo-Pacific contest has entered a crucial phase. The Quad needs to move beyond inner contradictions if it has to realise its full potential.
What are the Abraham Accords, and why is Trump linking them with a potential Iran deal?
May 30, 2026 17:41 IST
Abraham Accords explained: Donald Trump has urged Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey and others to join the Abraham Accords amid the Iran conflict. Why is Trump linking the two?
Why US strikes in ‘self-defence’ against Iran threaten progress on talks to end the war
May 27, 2026 09:13 IST
US strikes on Iran and Iran’s claim of downing a US MQ-9 drone have intensified tensions despite ongoing ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz negotiations. We explain
Quad foreign ministers meet in Delhi today: What is the Quad and what are its objectives?Subscriber Only
May 27, 2026 09:16 IST
The foreign ministers from India, the US, Japan, and Australia are meeting in New Delhi under the grouping to discuss maritime security, energy concerns, critical minerals, and Indo-Pacific cooperation amid rising geopolitical tensions. Here is what to know
Why the Pax Silica-backed Luzon AI hub sparked a sovereignty debate in the PhilippinesSubscriber Only
May 26, 2026 11:36 IST
The Philippines rejected claims that a Pax Silica-backed AI hub in Luzon would operate under US law or grant diplomatic immunity to American personnel. We explain
US indictment of Raul Castro: How Trump might benefit in 2026 midterm electionsSubscriber Only
May 25, 2026 09:07 IST
The aggressive US posture regarding a 1996 incident is tied to domestic politics: ahead of the midterm elections scheduled for November 2026, the Trump administration is seeking a major foreign policy victory.
Expert Explains | In Trump, Putin’s China trips, Xi deployed China’s age-old principles of diplomacySubscriber Only
May 24, 2026 16:15 IST
While China may today renounce imperial analogies publicly, the optics of the diplomacy being crafted by Xi echo the past. These include the ‘Tributary System’ and an adage on keeping enemies engaged with one another.
How conflict has complicated Congo’s battle against the Ebola outbreakSubscriber Only
June 3, 2026 11:10 IST
The Ebola outbreak in the DRC highlights how armed conflict, displaced populations and damaged healthcare systems are worsening the crisis in eastern Congo. Here is what to know
How US’s tighter Green Card rules will affect Indians — and the options before themSubscriber Only
May 24, 2026 05:15 IST
For decades, Indians with temporary visas have applied for permanent residency while already in the US through a process called 'adjustment of status'. The US has now moved to nearly shut off that route, asking Green Card applicants to return to their home countries to apply.
How Iran’s new transit regime tightens its grip over Strait of Hormuz — and leaves world in a dilemmaSubscriber Only
May 23, 2026 14:52 IST
Iran has allowed only a trickle of ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz since the war began. It is now formalising this control through the Persian Gulf Strait Authority as it asserts sovereignty over the key trade route.
Tulsi Gabbard quits: How she was steadily sidelined in the Trump administrationSubscriber Only
May 23, 2026 12:52 IST
Long regarded as one of the most prominent voices against US military intervention, Gabbard ended up as Trump’s intelligence chief when the US went to war with Iran, five years after calling his strike on Iran's top general unconstitutional. Here is what to know
Trump’s green card rule explained: What it means for visa holders in the USSubscriber Only
May 24, 2026 12:09 IST
Trump Green Card Rule Explained: The Trump administration has announced that temporary visa holders must leave the US to apply for green cards. Here’s who is affected and why it matters.
Explained: Nepal’s controversial Chief Justice appointment, latest in history of politics influencing judiciarySubscriber Only
May 23, 2026 09:12 IST
The events also matter for Nepal in that they follow last year’s ‘Gen Z’ protests, which criticised the political establishment, corrupt alliances, and the weakening of state institutions. Similar problems have plagued the judiciary.
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