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Dilip Hiro
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Putin’s diplomatic jugglery: How Kremlin has maintained close ties with arch-enemies Iran and Israel
The Russian president has built influence in the Middle East by balancing diverse interests.
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Why ambitious China and isolated Saudi Arabia have found a common ally in Pakistan
The two countries have stepped in to support Pakistan after the US cut in financial and military aid.
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From climate change to trade and NATO, Donald Trump seems to be uniting the world (against himself)
We’re entering a new world order on the heels of the collapsed American domination of the past three-quarters of a century.
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Trending
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India loses its status as ‘free’ in Freedom House’s 2021 report
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Disagreeing with government not sedition, says SC as it dismisses petition against Farooq Abdullah
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Can god be disproved using the laws of physics? An expert explains how it depends on perspective
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Never intended to be degrading: Dale Steyn clarifies the ‘PSL is more rewarding than IPL’ comment
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Coronavirus: 45-year-old man dies minutes after receiving second dose of vaccine in Thane
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Nuclear deal exit: As EU strives to maintain trade with Iran, will US sanctions have much impact?
The US exit from the Iran nuclear deal has hurt his alliance with EU countries.
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How the need for gas and oil prompted US-friendly Turkey to align with Russia and Iran
Turkey has quickly shifted positions based on immediate geopolitical and economic interests.
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As the Russia-Iran-Turkey alliance expands, the US is reconciled to a lower profile
Qatar has become the alliance’s newest member, thanks to a rash move by the Saudi Crown Prince.
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Video
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Watch: This man was arrested for blocking Ajay Devgn’s car and urging the actor to support farmers
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‘Unusual to name landmark after living prime minister’: Finance Minister Sitharaman’s husband
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Bhangra on a frozen lake: Watch Canadian dancer celebrate getting Covid-19 vaccine
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‘Bargaining is our birthright’: A mother teaches funny shopping hacks in film ‘Aai, Me & Shopping’
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Watch: Timelapse video shows eruptions of Indonesia’s Sinabung volcano
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Despite a string of failures, a Saudi prince is now an inch away from power, with his father’s help
Muhammad Bin Salman colluded with his father to undermine designated Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Nayef with a series of ill-disguised rebuffs.
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How Saudi Arabia’s aggressive stance on Qatar, Iran and Yemen could shake up West Asia
Qatar’s embrace of freedom of expression and good ties with Shias threatens Saudi Arabia
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Understanding the diplomatic storm in the Gulf in the wake of Trump's West Asia visit
Saudi Arabia, egged on by the US president, targets Iran and resists Qatar’s soft-power approach.
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The Reel
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‘Voyagers’ trailer: In sci-fi movie, a space mission goes horribly out of control
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Netflix 2021 slate: Films ‘Haseen Dillruba’ and ‘Navarasa’, Madhuri Dixit series and Ray tribute
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The IAWRT festival is back – and here is what you need to watch
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‘Flight’ trailer: Mohit Chadda is on a plane ride from hell
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‘Dhamaka’ teaser: Ram Madhvani’s thriller stars Kartik Aaryan as a news anchor
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Saudi Arabia plays Trump on Iran to tilt the balance in West Asia
Saudis convince the US president that Iran – not their own fundamentalism – is a bigger danger for the region.
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How the outcome of the Turkish referendum could impact Russia and Turkey’s ties
The fate of the Russian-Turkish honeymoon could be influenced by Erdogan’s performance in the April 16 vote.
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As US takes a backseat, Russia emerges as the new power broker in West Asia
The Kremlin has asserted itself in the Syrian civil war by organising a ceasefire and proposing a constitution.
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The Field
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Indian tennis: Sania Mirza continues winning return to WTA circuit, moves into doubles semifinals
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Table tennis: Sharath Kamal earns hard-fought win in Doha opening round, Sathiyan bows out
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No travelling fans for Tokyo Games? Organisers to decide this month as virus anxiety remains strong
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Swiss Open Super 300: Satwik-Chirag, PV Sindhu, K Srikanth progress; Saina Nehwal knocked out
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First test: Another match ends inside two days as Zimbabwe beat Afghanistan by ten wickets