A War of Survival: Iran, Israel, and the Politics of Escalation
Reading Time: 3 minutesAs missiles thundered across the skies of the Middle East last week, a familiar refrain returned to the region: confrontation between Iran and Israel, this time more direct and more dangerous than ever. Yet, while the strikes and counter-strikes dominated headlines from Tel Aviv to Tehran, the real battle may Continue Reading
Israel Strikes Iran: A Calculated Gamble with Global Consequences
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn a bold and calculated manoeuvre, Israel has launched targeted airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear-linked infrastructure, igniting fears of a wider regional conflict that could reverberate far beyond the Middle East. Carried out under the direct leadership of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, this pre-emptive operation marks a significant departure Continue Reading
Air India Dreamliner Crashes After Take-off from Ahmedabad
Reading Time: 3 minutesCatastrophic accident claims 242 lives in Boeing 787’s first fatal hull-loss In a dark day for Indian aviation, an Air India Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner operating Flight AI171 to London Gatwick crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Wednesday afternoon, killing all 242 people on board. Continue Reading
Pakistan’s Arms Procurement Deal Boosts China’s Defence Stocks
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn a significant development with far-reaching strategic implications, China’s defence manufacturing sector experienced a sharp surge in stock prices following Pakistan’s announcement of a major arms acquisition package. The deal, confirmed late last week by Pakistani government sources, includes the procurement of 40 fifth-generation J-35 stealth fighter aircraft, KJ-500 airborne Continue Reading
India’s Defence Sector in 2025: A Critical Analysis of Capabilities, Progress and Limitations
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn 2025, India’s defence sector presents a picture of ambitious aspirations juxtaposed with deeply embedded institutional limitations. The increased budgetary outlay, significant political emphasis on indigenous manufacturing, and geopolitical recalibration towards Western partners suggest a country determined to move away from dependency on foreign platforms. However, beneath this high-level narrative Continue Reading