Saudi Arabia’s Two-Front Problem: Iran, the Houthis, and a Fraying Coalition
Aayush Pal The first thing that particularly comes up is that the Houthi rise in Yemen greatly showcases one thing:…
From Bishkek to BRICS: India and Iran Deepen Engagement
Anjali Singh The Indian-Iranian relations are especially important for India due to the geopolitical importance of Iran, which serves as…
Too Many Fronts: Is the UAE’s Balancing Act Finally Cracking?
The UAE is increasingly finding itself on the opposite side of several regional disputes from Saudi Arabia, particularly…
The Future of Iran After the Israel-Iran Conflict
Raghvendra Tripathi The central question is no longer who won the war militarily — Iran's losses were severe — but…
Iran-US Memorandum Brings Temporary Relief to Hormuz Crisis
Kumar Satish As per the agreement, the United States of America will remove the maritime blockade on Iran, while Iran,…
Why Negotiations Fail: A Strategic Reading of the US–Iran Talks
Dr Nanda Kishor In international relations, negotiations fall apart due to the fundamental structure of the situation, where either an agreement…
Normalisation vs. Resistance: The Future of Arab-Israel Relations
The UAE, Bahrain, and Israel came together to sign the "Abraham Accords," which would change the dynamics of…
Iran and the Illusion of Mediation: Pakistan’s Delusions of Grandeur
Ajith Shetty Heranje Pakistan is celebrating again. This time, it is telling the world that it played a crucial role in…
ASEAN’s Tightrope Walk: Balancing Neutrality Amid West Asia’s Escalating War
Faareha Usmani For ASEAN, the primary concern remains the protection of civilians during times of conflict, and the bloc’s broader…
The Mosaic Doctrine: Why Iran Cannot Be Overpowered by Conventional Warfare
Piyush Anand The Mosaic Doctrine prioritises survivability and continuity over centralised control, an approach that is particularly effective in protracted…