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Topic: US

Trump and Yunus have a bitter past, tense future. Unless doormat diplomacy becomes a thing

Yunus allegedly made a big donation to the Clinton Foundation ahead of Hillary Clinton’s bid for US presidency. On his part, Trump had reportedly said: “Where’s the micro-finance guy from Dhaka?’

Trump’s planning a war against illegal immigrants. Problem is, it was lost 70 years ago

Each wave of people arriving in America has been decried as unassimilable—only for them to establish themselves as agents of economic growth.

Trump’s climate denial gives China its moment to lead. At COP29, it’ll seize the opportunity

For China, it's not just about simply addressing the climate crisis—Trump presidency brings a strategic opportunity to surpass the US as the dominant climate leader.

Trump unpredictable, Modi dependable? On trade, it’s just the opposite

The Modi government must reflect on the reputation it is building for India. It is fueling a perception of unpredictability.

Kamala Harris’ defeat no loss for women’s movement. Wiles appointment as chief of staff a win

A statement conveying that war must end as it’s harming women and children and causing chaos would have projected Harris as an international leader wanting to end conflicts.

Geopolitics has reached third inflexion point since WW II, Cold War. An opportunity for India

While the present moment belongs to China, the next two decades can belong to India, provided we are ready to pursue bi-partisanship and take bold decisions.

No matter who wins this American election, US foreign policy won’t see a dramatic shift

How should India respond if Trump returns? Rethink its own need for external validation.

North Korea tourism ad is unsettling. Like an awkward Baywatch with Russians in bikinis

The video, posted on the Reddit thread 'r/northkorea,' shows young Russians reveling in the sun in one of the world’s most secluded countries.

‘Ineffective’: US condemns Iran’s missile attack on Israel

US national security adviser Jake Sullivan said their military forces helped Israel defenses defeat the attack & Biden administration is working with Israeli officials on next steps.

Should India trust US? Answer that with strategic realism, not Cold War conspiracy theories

It is not only about strengthening India's defence capabilities but also carries a clear geopolitical message: Empowering India is in the West’s interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Global economic growth to slow in 2026 as Trump’s tariffs bite, UN says

The global economy is forecast to expand 2.7% this year, down from an estimated 2.8% in 2025. Growth is expected to go back up to 2.9% by 2027.

2025: Pakistan’s deadliest year in over a decade

Islamabad-based think-tank PICSS's new report says Pakistan saw 'pronounced escalation' in violence last year, with 3,413 conflict-related deaths compared to 1,950 in previous year.

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.