The Board of Peace said it would judge developments in Gaza “by actions, not promises” after Hamas announced the dissolution of its governing administration in the Strip ahead of a …
West Asia
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Two Nations, Two Scripts: America’s Semiquincentennial and Iran’s Farewell to Khamenei
by TN Ashokby TN Ashok 5 minutes readHistory rarely arranges its stage with such stark contrasts. In July 2026, the world witnessed two nations moving in opposite emotional directions—one celebrating liberty, the other mourning loss. The United …
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When the Strait of Hormuz closed in February-end, the Government of India (GoI) made it a priority that Indian citizens, especially the most vulnerable, be protected from unprecedented supply and …
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It is not surprising that negotiators are plugging along in Switzerland playing deaf to the bluff and bluster of their political bosses back home knowing full well that at the …
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The negotiations between Iran and the United States in Switzerland were never passed off to be either friendly or without high dramas; and as expected the first day reportedly had …
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In a potentially landmark diplomatic breakthrough, the United States and Iran have signed the “Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding,” outlining a broad framework to end hostilities, ease regional tensions, revive commercial …
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US-Iran Deal Could Give India an Economic Tailwind
by R. Suryamurthy 3 minutes readThe emerging US-Iran peace agreement may prove to be one of the most consequential geopolitical developments for India’s economy this year, offering relief on energy costs, inflation, trade logistics and …
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Vance Says Iran Deal Will Block Nukes, Reopen Hormuz; US May Help Destroy Enriched Uranium
by UNIby UNI 3 minutes readUS Vice President JD Vance on June 15 said the Trump administration’s agreement with Iran is designed to permanently prevent Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon while reopening the strategically …
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For more than a decade, Ramesh’s life followed a familiar rhythm. He worked at a petrochemical plant in Oman, sent money home every month to Andhra Pradesh, and dreamed of …
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World Bank Lowers Global Growth Projections to Weakest Level Since COVID-19 Amid West Asia Conflict
by UNIby UNI 2 minutes readThe World Bank has lowered its global growth forecast to its weakest level since the Covid-19 pandemic, warning that the economic fallout from the conflict in West Asia is spreading …