Will the Al-Ula GCC summit herald a new era of regional cooperation?
By Aditi Bhaduri The 41st GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) summit that was held on n
Defence & Diplomacy
Time for an Israeli Peace Initiative
To acquire greater freedom of action in dealing with Iran’s quest for nuclear weapons, Israel needs to minimize tensions with the US on the Palestinian front.
Iran nuclear deal: ‘Heated rhetoric and the heightened risk of miscalculation’ widen differences
Although the landmark Iran nuclear deal could improve regional stability if fully implemented, increased tensions have highlighted the risks posed by escalation, the UN’s Political and Peacebuilding Affairs chief told the Security Council on Tuesday.
Iran urged not to waste ‘last window of opportunity’ for nuclear deal
Despite Iran’s violations, the International Atomic Energy Agency has reported that Tehran continues to give inspectors full access to its nuclear sites — a key reason the JCPOA member nations say it is worth preserving.
Quad would be detrimental to inclusive dialogue: Russia
The envoy’s comments came nearly two weeks after Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused the Western powers of pursuing an “aggressive and devious” policy to engage New Delhi in “anti-China games” by promoting Indo-Pacific strategies.
QUAD officials meet on promoting free, open and inclusive Indo Pacific region
During the meeting, the officials reviewed recent strategic developments throughout the Indo-Pacific region, including the South China Sea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the Mekong sub-region.
Azerbaijan and Pakistan continue to develop ties
Pakistan – both the government and the media- had strongly come out in favor of Azerbaijan during the recent Azerbaijan-Armenia conflict in September this year.
Turkey says will not reverse Russian S-400S purchase despite US sanctions
The United States says the S-400s pose a threat to its F-35 fighter jets and to NATO’s broader defence systems. Turkey rejects this and says S-400s will not be integrated into NATO
India Bangladesh virtual summit reinvigorates bilateral ties
Indian Prime Minister Modi said Bangladesh is a key pillar of India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and it has been a key priority for him to strengthen ties between the two countries.
US sanctions Turkey over purchase of Russian missile system
The sanctions were mandated under a 2017 law requiring them against any entity that engages in “significant transactions” with Russian defense or intelligence sectors.