Articles for Global Politics

SM Krishna: From Campaigning for America's Kennedy to Becoming a Statesman
1 month ago

SM Krishna: From Campaigning for America's Kennedy to Becoming a Statesman

Deccan Chronicle  

Krishna, one of India’s most influential political figures, passed away this morning at his Bengaluru residence, leaving behind a legacy that shaped the political landscape of India. However, his journey to the top began much earlier, during his university days, when a keen interest in American politics set the stage for his future influence on both national and international fronts. …

India Global Politics Kennedy Krishna
How Italy is luring Americans who want to leave US after Trump with $1 homes
1 month, 3 weeks ago

How Italy is luring Americans who want to leave US after Trump with $1 homes

Firstpost  

Following Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election, many disappointed Americans are looking to leave the country, and the Italian village of Ollolai has sniffed a potential opportunity. Located in the picturesque countryside of Sardinia, the ancient town is offering affordable homes – some as cheap as $1 – for US citizens who are ‘worned out by global politics’ …

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Iran's Strategic Leverage: How a Calculated Strike on Israel Could Backfire
2 months ago

Iran's Strategic Leverage: How a Calculated Strike on Israel Could Backfire

Hindustan Times  

Iran's strategic leverage is highlighted by the recent real-time announcement of an Israeli operation in Iran. This shift in the balance of power is due to several factors, including the successful Iranian ballistic missile attack, the evolving geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, and Iran's objective of preventing an Israeli attack while minimizing the scope and scale of the conflict.

Law International Relations Military Affairs Global Politics Tehran
Israel's Ban on UNRWA: A Cruel Attempt to Erase the Palestinian Narrative
2 months, 1 week ago

Israel's Ban on UNRWA: A Cruel Attempt to Erase the Palestinian Narrative

Al Jazeera  

Israel's ban on the UNRWA agency is part of a broader attempt to expel Palestinians from their land. The agency provides vital assistance to Palestinian refugees and residents in Gaza and the West Bank, including food, water, healthcare, and education. The ban will exacerbate an already catastrophic situation and make life 'unbearable' for Palestinians.

Law Human Rights International Relations Global Politics Beirut
BRICS: A Fragmented Grouping or a Threat to the US-led Global Order?
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

BRICS: A Fragmented Grouping or a Threat to the US-led Global Order?

News 18  

BRICS is a significant geopolitical bloc with the potential to challenge the US-led global order. While the group has emerged as a counter to Western financial hegemony, it is also fragmented in terms of viewpoints, with Russia and China being more aligned on anti-Western rhetoric than other members. India's strategic autonomy and the hunt for alternatives to Western sanctions further …

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Iran's Strategic Gambit in Brics: How to Break Free from Sanctions and Shape Global Dynamics
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Iran's Strategic Gambit in Brics: How to Break Free from Sanctions and Shape Global Dynamics

Firstpost  

Iran's inclusion in Brics highlights its efforts to break free from international isolation. By aligning with these non-Western countries, Iran aims to reduce the impact of US sanctions and boost its influence globally. The group's shift towards a more multipolar world, where US influence faces more challenges, adds complexity to Iran's participation, but it also presents opportunities for cooperation and …

Law Energy International Relations Global Politics Kazan
Jaishankar Emphasizes India-Russia Relations' Enduring Nature, Denies Negative Impact
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Jaishankar Emphasizes India-Russia Relations' Enduring Nature, Denies Negative Impact

Firstpost  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasizes the enduring nature of India-Russia relations, saying that Moscow has never done anything to impact India's interests negatively. He argues that as an Asian nation, India should leverage opportunities that align with its national interests, particularly in the natural resource sector.

Law International Relations Asia Global Politics Delhi
BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World
2 months, 3 weeks ago

BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World

China Daily  

The BRICS Summit is a gathering of 15 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to discuss the potential admission of new members. The summit is a response to the escalating conflicts and tensions in the world, and BRICS is seen as a beacon of hope for the Global South. The author argues that BRICS is a grouping that upholds …

BRICS Global Politics Global South Emerging Economies Johannesburg
BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World
2 months, 3 weeks ago

BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World

China Daily  

The BRICS Summit is a gathering of 15 countries in Africa and Asia who are seeking to join the grouping. BRICS is a non-aligned grouping that believes in human values, respects diversity, and upholds multilateralism. The group is seen as a way for the Global South to unite and work together to preserve their sovereignty and territorial integrity. BRICS offers …

BRICS Global Politics Global South Emerging Economies Johannesburg
Decoding reasons behind Putin’s ‘endorsement’ of Kamala Harris’ presidency
4 months ago

Decoding reasons behind Putin’s ‘endorsement’ of Kamala Harris’ presidency

Firstpost  

Be it the trolling of Kamala Harris or his sexist and xenophobic remarks likening renewable energy to homosexuality, jokes made by the Russian president always have a hidden objective Behind Putin’s crude and high-voltage humour, especially while talking about global politics, conflicts, and fellow leaders, is an attitude and personality that is unconventional for a Head of State in the …

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The World Is Still Better Off With US Hegemony
1 year, 3 months ago

The World Is Still Better Off With US Hegemony

Bloomberg  

“Hegemon” is a loaded word, even if the Greek root simply means leader. Now, though, America’s relative global clout seems to be slipping as other powers rise. Does the US, going into a presidential election next year, even want to remain hegemon? Or are Americans fed up with defending that battered regime so awkwardly named the “rules-based international order”?

Global Politics Hegemon
Boris Johnson’s secret COP26 weapon may have to be shame
3 years, 2 months ago

Boris Johnson’s secret COP26 weapon may have to be shame

CNN  

London CNN — It’s now less than two weeks until Boris Johnson welcomes the world to Glasgow, Scotland, where he will host the COP26 international climate talks at a crucial moment in our planet’s history. Until the politics conversation is more realistic about what needs to be done to transform our economies – which will actually provide more economic opportunity …

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WHO should be shielded from vagaries of politics
4 years, 8 months ago

WHO should be shielded from vagaries of politics

China Daily  

A logo is pictured at the World Health Organization building in Geneva, Switzerland, Feb 2, 2020. The intention of the White House to halt funding for the World Health Organization over its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic should be seen for what it is－an act of bullying. Since its inception in 1948, the WHO has played a pivotal role in …

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In the ruins of unilateralism
5 years ago

In the ruins of unilateralism

The Hindu  

If one looks for an overarching theme that defined global politics in 2019, one might settle for protests. The Iran stand-off The latest spell in the U.S.-Iran tensions was triggered by President Trump’s unilateral decision to pull the U.S. out of the Iran nuclear deal in 2018. One can argue that the U.S.’s subdued response doesn’t have anything to do …

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