Thawing of the India-German defence ties after 35 frozen years following the ill-fated Type 209 submarine deal is significant. In the rapidly evolving ‘new Cold War’ equations, India has a key position. Europe, by and large, has warmed up. Germany has been slow, hesitant. It’s just begun to catch up.
Destruction of Kakhovka dam signals total war on Ukraine. It exposes everyone to grave risks
The destruction of the Kakhovka dam signals the coming of total war to Ukraine, directed at the destruction of agricultural infrastructure, power, and even drinking water. As Ukraine’s counteroffensive gathers momentum, Russia is seeking deterrence through mass devastation. The carnage exposes the entire world to grave economic and security risks.