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West Asia on the edge

Relations between Iran and Israel have been strained for decades, primarily due to geopolitical, ideological, and religious differences. Historically, Iran and Israel enjoyed relatively good relations prior to the Iranian Revolution of 1979.

Battle in Kerala

With all 20 Lok Sabha seats in Kerala at stake in the second phase of polling tomorrow, the electoral drama unfolds with its usual intensity, underscoring the unique political landscape of the state.

Wong in charge

As Singapore stands on the cusp of a historic leadership transition, the imminent departure of Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong ushers in a new era marked by continuity and change. Mr Lawrence Wong’s ascension as the country’s fourth Prime Minister heralds a departure from the legacy of the Lee dynasty, promising a leadership style that blends tradition with innovation.

‘We are thieves…’

On World Earth Day, the United Nations led the comity of nations by addressing a triple planetary crisis to foster climate stability, and asked that we live in harmony with nature and forge a pollution-free future.

Fruits of growth must reach our farmers

Announcements almost every other day compel us to believe that India is now the fifth largest economy in the world; that India will be a $5 trillion economy very soon; that India will be the third largest economy of the world in 2027, and that India will become a developed nation in 2047.

Israel and Syria

Israel has launched hundreds of attacks on targets inside government-controlled parts of Syria over the past decade of Syria’s war, but its government rarely acknowledges or discusses such operations. To that extent, this week’s admission marked a departure. Wednesday’s attack is an echo of the ferment in the Middle East, almost relentless.

Biden’s warning

Asked what scenario would provoke him to send troops to Ukraine, the American President replied, “It’s not like we are dealing with a terrorist organisation. We are dealing with one of the largest armies in the world. It’s a very different situation, and things could go crazy quickly.”

Hidden Hunger

Gender inequality is linked to the prevalence of undernutrition. In terms of access to food and nutrition, deep-seated intra-household inequalities and disparities divide the women from men. In India and other parts of South Asia, women will traditionally eat after the men and children have been fed. It is culturally accepted that men of the household, the customary breadwinners, are entitled to the lion’s share of the available food

More shadow than substance in bonhomie?

While Russia reaffirms its adherence to the One China policy regarding Taiwan, there is no specific mention of Ukraine. Both sides agreed to oppose attempts to undermine security and stability in their “common adjacent regions”, which can only mean central Asia.

Macron’s outreach

While President Macron said there was now the chance to “make these negotiations move forward” between Russia and Ukraine, President Zelensky of Ukraine called on Mr Putin to take serious measures to reduce tensions. “I do not really trust words, I believe that every politician can be transparent by taking concrete steps,” he said.