From bad to worse: On Donald Trump and the war on Iran
The article analyzes the failure of Donald Trump's military campaign against Iran, which initially aimed for regime change, dismantling missile and nuclear programs, and curbing...
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01 June 2026
Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations
The article highlights the strengthening India-Canada bilateral relationship, emphasizing a new chapter of cooperation between the two democratic, multicultural, and innovation-...
30 May 2026
International law, ‘optional’ for powerful states
The article argues that public international law is increasingly becoming 'optional' for powerful states, leading to the erosion of a rules-based international order. It cites n...
Different directions: On the Quad, Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
The article discusses the recent Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, highlighting its initiatives and the challenges to the grouping's unity and relevance. Key initiatives include ...
26 May 2026
India and Australia — bridging the trade and trust barrier
The article discusses the ongoing efforts to deepen trade ties between India and Australia, moving from the 2022 Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) towards a potent...
23 May 2026
Home and abroad: on the Prime Minister’s five-nation diplomatic tour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's five-nation diplomatic tour to the UAE and Europe (Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Italy) aimed to strengthen India-Europe ties, diversify supply cha...
Cyber warfare is outpacing global legal accountability
The article highlights the increasing integration of cyber operations into modern conflicts, as seen in recent tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran. It discusses the sign...