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Sunday, January 4, 2026
TopicIran Israel

Topic: Iran Israel

‘Clash of Civilizations’ theory being put to test today. See Iran-Israel conflict

The clash between Western and Islamic civilisations remains a defining feature of the contemporary geopolitical landscape.

Iran foreign minister downplays overnight drone attack, says link to Israel not proved so far

The attack appeared to target an Iranian Air Force base near the city of Isfahan, deep inside the country, but without striking any strategic sites or causing major damage

Israeli strikes hit Iran’s airbase near central Isfahan, Tehran activates air defence

Israel’s response was reportedly to avenge Iranian regime’s attack days prior, though the majority of the incoming 300 drones and missiles were intercepted by its air defence systems.

A Chinese view of Tesla’s India plan & how an Irish editorial on Modi sparked a debate

Modi’s 'pro-business' stance and 'crackdown' on opposition, India's imports of Russian crude oil among issues that caught foreign media attention.

Israel’s allies urge restraint after Iran attack, Netanyahu faces pressure at home

Beleaguered Israeli PM faces pressure to avoid further escalation from global allies who helped defend Tel Aviv Saturday night. Members of his cabinet urges aggressive response.

On Camera

What women want—a man who cooks and doesn’t seek a standing ovation for it

An average Lajpat Nagar playboy knows that women will reply to his Instagram story of the chicken curry he cooked for lunch. And he is proven right, every single time.

Wall Street carries big expectations this year after best run since 2009

The concern is not that 2025’s rally was irrational, but that it may be difficult to repeat. Outlooks remain anchored to AI investment and growth without reigniting inflation.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.