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Why China Might Need Rest Of The West More With Trump Back In White House
Trump has a knack of antagonising and confusing China. During his first presidential campaign, he accused China of "raping" the US through unfair trade practices. But later in his first term he also called Chinese president Xi Jinping a "good friend"
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Opinion | Is There A Saudi Cameo In The Israel-Hamas Deal?
While the Saudi aspectif it existsof the ceasefire deal may eventually be revealed, it is clear that the US and major powers in the Gulf have decided to militarily ring-fence Iran.
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S Jaishankar On India's Potential Role In Ending Global Conflicts
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has underlined India's potential role in ending global conflicts, saying that it is one of the few countries that is in a position to hold talks with both Russia and Ukraine, and with Israel and Iran.
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Russia's Ghost Fleet In Focus As West Sanctions Key Oil Sector
Russia's shadow, or ghost, fleet was back in focus Friday after the country was hit by Western sanctions on its key oil sector.
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126 Dead In Huge Quake Near Mount Everest, Tremors Also Felt In Parts Of India
At least 126 people were killed after an earthquake of magnitude 7.1 hit Tibet near the Nepalese border today, news agency AFP said quoting Chinese media. The tremors of the earthquake were felt in parts of India, including Bihar, Assam and West Beng
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Excerpt | 'I Don't Even Know If There's A Strategy': On Israel-Palestine Conflict
"'Isn't this mindless vengeance? Does this help Israel meet its long-term strategic objectives?' I asked the Israeli journalist. 'I don't know. I don't even know if there's a strategy,' he replied."
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Opinion | War Or Peace: What Will Become Of Middle East In 2025?
West Asia in 2024 stands at a crossroads. While the region faces numerous challengesfrom political instability to economic dependence on oil there are also opportunities for transformation.
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Russia To Pursue Stronger Ties With India Amid Lack Of Trust With West
With its lack of trust in the West, Russia is planning to build stronger ties with India among other countries.
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India's Diplomatic Move In North Korea Marks Significant Shift In Policy
While the world is focused on central and west Asia and the actions of the West vis-a-vis the wars in the Middle East and Europe, India has been looking and acting eastward with its Act East policy.
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Why China Has Increased Visa-Free Travel For US Citizens, Others From West
China has been easing its visa policies in recent months to bring back international visitors. The country has also waived visa requirements for passport holders from 38 countries, allowing them to stay in China for up to 30 days.
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Bangladeshi Girl, 17, Runs To India After Threats For Being ISKCON Devotee
A seventeen-year-old Hindu girl from Bangladesh ran through the night and crossed over to the Indian side where she was detained by border security officials and handed over to the West Bengal police.
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Opinion | The Fall Of Damascus And Lessons In Liberalism For Delhi
The undermining of liberal values by liberals themselves, the ascent of conservative forces, the politics of exclusion, we have seen it all.
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Mamata Banerjee's "Lollipop" Reply To 'Occupy Bengal' Claim From Bangladesh
Amid growing tension between New Delhi and Dhaka, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today asked the media and political leaders to keep calm and ensure that provocative remarks don't impact the peace in the border state.
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Israel Agrees To Ceasefire Deal With Lebanon. Here's What The Pact States
In a significant development in West Asia, Israel has agreed to a ceasefire with Lebanon. The agreement comes into effect at midnight (Israel time) on November 27.
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"India Condemns Hostage-Taking, Terrorism": S Jaishankar On Israel-Hamas War
India supports an immediate ceasefire in West Asia and favours a two-state solution in the long-term, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday as he condemned terrorism, hostage-taking and civilian casualties in military operations.
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Why China Might Need Rest Of The West More With Trump Back In White House
Trump has a knack of antagonising and confusing China. During his first presidential campaign, he accused China of "raping" the US through unfair trade practices. But later in his first term he also called Chinese president Xi Jinping a "good friend"
-
Opinion | Is There A Saudi Cameo In The Israel-Hamas Deal?
While the Saudi aspectif it existsof the ceasefire deal may eventually be revealed, it is clear that the US and major powers in the Gulf have decided to militarily ring-fence Iran.
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S Jaishankar On India's Potential Role In Ending Global Conflicts
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has underlined India's potential role in ending global conflicts, saying that it is one of the few countries that is in a position to hold talks with both Russia and Ukraine, and with Israel and Iran.
-
Russia's Ghost Fleet In Focus As West Sanctions Key Oil Sector
Russia's shadow, or ghost, fleet was back in focus Friday after the country was hit by Western sanctions on its key oil sector.
-
126 Dead In Huge Quake Near Mount Everest, Tremors Also Felt In Parts Of India
At least 126 people were killed after an earthquake of magnitude 7.1 hit Tibet near the Nepalese border today, news agency AFP said quoting Chinese media. The tremors of the earthquake were felt in parts of India, including Bihar, Assam and West Beng
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Excerpt | 'I Don't Even Know If There's A Strategy': On Israel-Palestine Conflict
"'Isn't this mindless vengeance? Does this help Israel meet its long-term strategic objectives?' I asked the Israeli journalist. 'I don't know. I don't even know if there's a strategy,' he replied."
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Opinion | War Or Peace: What Will Become Of Middle East In 2025?
West Asia in 2024 stands at a crossroads. While the region faces numerous challengesfrom political instability to economic dependence on oil there are also opportunities for transformation.
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Russia To Pursue Stronger Ties With India Amid Lack Of Trust With West
With its lack of trust in the West, Russia is planning to build stronger ties with India among other countries.
-
India's Diplomatic Move In North Korea Marks Significant Shift In Policy
While the world is focused on central and west Asia and the actions of the West vis-a-vis the wars in the Middle East and Europe, India has been looking and acting eastward with its Act East policy.
-
Why China Has Increased Visa-Free Travel For US Citizens, Others From West
China has been easing its visa policies in recent months to bring back international visitors. The country has also waived visa requirements for passport holders from 38 countries, allowing them to stay in China for up to 30 days.
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Bangladeshi Girl, 17, Runs To India After Threats For Being ISKCON Devotee
A seventeen-year-old Hindu girl from Bangladesh ran through the night and crossed over to the Indian side where she was detained by border security officials and handed over to the West Bengal police.
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Opinion | The Fall Of Damascus And Lessons In Liberalism For Delhi
The undermining of liberal values by liberals themselves, the ascent of conservative forces, the politics of exclusion, we have seen it all.
-
Mamata Banerjee's "Lollipop" Reply To 'Occupy Bengal' Claim From Bangladesh
Amid growing tension between New Delhi and Dhaka, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today asked the media and political leaders to keep calm and ensure that provocative remarks don't impact the peace in the border state.
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Israel Agrees To Ceasefire Deal With Lebanon. Here's What The Pact States
In a significant development in West Asia, Israel has agreed to a ceasefire with Lebanon. The agreement comes into effect at midnight (Israel time) on November 27.
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"India Condemns Hostage-Taking, Terrorism": S Jaishankar On Israel-Hamas War
India supports an immediate ceasefire in West Asia and favours a two-state solution in the long-term, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday as he condemned terrorism, hostage-taking and civilian casualties in military operations.
