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africa · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
With 26 million people facing severe hunger, Kenya’s reliance on alternative food sources, like the gingerbread tree, signals deeper socio-political vulnerabilities and resource dilemmas.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
As Iranians prepare for the Nowruz festival, the juxtaposition of cultural celebration and looming conflict reveals deep-seated resilience and shifting strategic motives in the region.
asia · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
BTS's return signals South Korea's strategic use of cultural diplomacy to bolster its international influence amid geopolitical tensions.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
The recent Iranian missile attack underscores Tehran's escalating assertiveness in regional conflicts, with profound implications for Israel and Palestinian affairs.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
Iran’s execution of a teenage protester signals a stark warning to dissenters and solidifies the regime’s control. This move could reshape internal dynamics and alter international perceptions significantly.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
The potential lifting of sanctions on Iranian oil signals a significant recalibration of U.S. energy policy, with wide-ranging geopolitical ramifications.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
The investigation into a former counter-terrorism head reveals deep fractures in U.S. national security policy regarding Iran, foreshadowing broader geopolitical consequences.
africa · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
Recent bilateral talks between Rwanda and DR Congo indicate a strategic attempt to manage longstanding tensions, yet underlying conflicts remain unresolved.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
Recent commentary from Trump following Iranian aggression prompts a critical examination of the evolving US-Israel partnership regarding Iran. Key insights reveal diverging priorities and emerging tactical responses.
europe · varun sudan · 7 min read
EU leaders meet urgently in Brussels to address security, energy, and economic risks arising from global tensions.
middle-east · varun sudan · 7 min read
Rising tensions between Iran, the U.S., and Israel are escalating into a major regional crisis with global economic and humanitarian implications.
middle-east · Sahil Jamwal · 8 min read
Global energy markets were thrown into turmoil after reports emerged that a missile strike hit one of the world’s most important liquefied natural gas (LNG) hubs in Qatar. The attack on the Ras Laffan Industrial City — a critical center for LNG production and export — triggered fires at the facility and sent shockwaves through international gas markets, with prices jumping by nearly 25% within hours