
Professor P R Kumaraswamy teaches contemporary Middle East at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.
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
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
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
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
Israel's Doha attack on Hamas leaders, though militarily proficient, failed to achieve its strategic goals and severely violated Qatari sovereignty
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
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
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.
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
Without Donald Trump's tacit acquiescence, if not approval, no proposal concerning the Middle East has a realistic chance of success
Tehran could resume nuclear talks with Washington if there are assurances of no more attacks
The 60-day ceasefire deal comes amidst signals for changes in the regional climate
If the Iranian drone attacks cause unacceptable civilian casualties or major damages, Israel could go after Iran’s political leadership, including the Supreme Leader
With Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who’s spearheading far-reaching religious and social reforms, will the Kingdom join the march?
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
For decades, several Middle Eastern societies were at the receiving end of religious extremism. Most emanate from the extremist interpretation of Islam
Currently, five Middle Eastern cardinals will participate in the election and they hail from Algeria, Iran, Iraq, Morocco, and Jerusalem
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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