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May 04, 2026
Modi's UAE visit: A new era for India's Middle East policy
India-UAE relations are poised for a significant boost with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit. The UAE offers a strategic opportunity for India to establish a key pivot in the Persian Gulf, much like Singapore's role in Southeast Asia
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April 26, 2026
Hezbollah's complex role in Lebanon and Iran's strategy
An examination of Iran's 'Mediterranean power' claim through its proxy, Hezbollah, exploring the complex relationship between the militant group and the Lebanese state, and its implications for regional stability
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April 13, 2026
Iran is raison d'être for American military presence in Persian Gulf
The feasibility of removing American forces from the Persian Gulf is questioned, with Iran's hegemonic ambitions and the security concerns of Gulf Arab states being central to the discussion
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March 05, 2026
Why PM Modi's silence on Khamenei's death is a diplomatic strategy
Narendra Modi's silence on the assassination of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei and the subsequent Iranian attacks on Arab nations has sparked widespread criticism in India
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October 03, 2025
The escalating cost of Netanyahu’s Doha misadventure
Israel's Doha attack on Hamas leaders, though militarily proficient, failed to achieve its strategic goals and severely violated Qatari sovereignty
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September 27, 2025
How India is empowering women in Middle East diplomatic roles
India's women ambassadors in the Middle East are changing the landscape of diplomacy, as Paramita Tripathi's appointment to Kuwait signals a significant shift in India's approach to the conservative region and its commitment to women's empowerment
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September 06, 2025
How many Indians live in Gulf states? New figures could help better policy making
These numbers not only give us a better view of the ground reality and diversity, but also enable the government and various agencies to make contingency preparations during emergencies
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August 17, 2025
Despite Netanyahu, the two-state solution is the only viable option for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Israeli settlement expansion, particularly the E1 plan, is actively undermining the two-state solution and international efforts to recognize a Palestinian state. This move by the ruling Israeli coalition highlights a deepening divide over the future of the West Bank and the path to coexistence.
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August 10, 2025
India reiterates its policy towards the Palestinian State, but is not ready for an active role
India's unwavering stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict consistently supports a two-state solution. However, despite humanitarian concerns in Gaza, India maintains a cautious, non-prescriptive approach to enhance its influence in the Middle East
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August 02, 2025
Israel-Palestine conflict: Is the New York Declaration a ‘paper solution’?
Without Donald Trump's tacit acquiescence, if not approval, no proposal concerning the Middle East has a realistic chance of success
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July 13, 2025
Iran agrees on principles for dialogue, negotiating the price now
Tehran could resume nuclear talks with Washington if there are assurances of no more attacks
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July 05, 2025
OPINION | Gaza ceasefire, a small window of opportunity
The 60-day ceasefire deal comes amidst signals for changes in the regional climate
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June 14, 2025
Going alone is not easy for Israel, but inevitable
If the Iranian drone attacks cause unacceptable civilian casualties or major damages, Israel could go after Iran’s political leadership, including the Supreme Leader
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May 24, 2025
Vatican has ties with all Middle Eastern countries except Saudi Arabia
With Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who’s spearheading far-reaching religious and social reforms, will the Kingdom join the march?
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May 18, 2025
Who is boycotting Türkiye over Pakistan? Here is the list
Here is an ongoing list of entities that called for the suspension, termination or pause in ties with Türkiye over the latter’s support to Pakistan
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May 17, 2025
Pahalgam brings India closer to the Middle East in fighting religious extremism
For decades, several Middle Eastern societies were at the receiving end of religious extremism. Most emanate from the extremist interpretation of Islam
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May 05, 2025
Smaller Middle Eastern Catholics have a larger role in selecting the new Pope
Currently, five Middle Eastern cardinals will participate in the election and they hail from Algeria, Iran, Iraq, Morocco, and Jerusalem
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May 03, 2025
'Countries fighting terrorism, radicalism quick to identify with India over Pahalgam'
JNU professor P. R. Kumaraswamy says the human suffering at Pahalgam has enabled India to identify its true and long-term friends
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