Tag: geopol
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Why Israel Won’t Compromise on Hamas
After Hamas’s October 7 attacks, Israel abandoned its old security doctrine of restraint. Leaders now seek to defeat—not just deter—enemies, striking Iran, Hezbollah, and Hamas across borders. Israel insists strength, not concessions, safeguards survival, even if it means long wars, holding territory, and facing global criticism.
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India Sends Many Messages at the SCO
At the SCO summit in Tianjin, Modi met Xi and hugged Putin, signalling India’s intent to deepen ties with Russia and cautiously normalise relations with China despite U.S. tariff pressure. The summit’s new decade-long strategy and security initiatives reinforced India’s multialignment strategy amid shifting global power dynamics.
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Is Trump Walking Into Putin’s Trap?
Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump are set to meet in Alaska for a hastily arranged summit on Ukraine, raising fears of a one-sided deal. With Russia demanding to keep seized territory and Trump eager for peace, experts warn Ukraine may be sidelined, risking disastrous consequences for its defence and Europe’s stability.
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India’s Mega Dam Plan Meets Fierce Resistance
India plans its largest dam in Arunachal Pradesh to counter China’s massive Medog project, sparking protests from locals who call the Siang river sacred. The $13.2 billion Upper Siang project could displace thousands and devastate biodiversity, as experts warn of seismic risks and geopolitical rivalry driving Himalayan water wars.