foreign policy
Trump's India Tariffs Push Modi Closer to Putin: Congressional Warning on Strategic Misstep
Dec 11, 2025 11:50 am CST
Congressional Democrats warn that President Trump's punitive tariffs and H-1B visa fees are jeopardizing the critical US-India strategic partnership, citing PM Modi's warm reception of Russian President Putin as evidence of India's shifting alignments. Experts testify that the administration's confrontational approach risks undermining decades of bipartisan progress in bilateral relations and may have lasting geopolitical consequences as India seeks alternative partnerships.
Israel Urges India to Designate Hamas as Terrorist Group Due to Growing LeT Connections and Regional Security Concerns
Dec 07, 2025 11:22 pm CST
Israel has called on India to formally designate Hamas as a terrorist organization, citing growing operational connections between Hamas and Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Israeli officials warn that these relationships, along with Iran's proxy networks, pose significant security threats to both nations. Israel designated LeT as a terrorist group in 2023 and seeks reciprocal action from India, while also raising concerns about Iran's expanding influence in Africa, particularly Sudan.
S Jaishankar Explains How AI Influences Modern Diplomacy: Projection vs. Prognostication
Dec 06, 2025 08:08 pm CST
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar offers insights on artificial intelligence's role in diplomacy, describing it as effective for capturing past positions but limited in predicting future intentions. During the HT Leadership Summit, he also addressed India-US trade negotiations, emphasizing the importance of protecting Indian interests while working toward a mutually beneficial agreement.
Will India and the US Reach a Trade Deal Soon? S Jaishankar Provides Strategic Perspective on Negotiations
Dec 06, 2025 04:33 pm CST
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar discusses the possibility of an upcoming India-US trade deal, highlighting India's commitment to protecting the interests of farmers and workers while seeking common ground with American trade demands. The article examines the key obstacles in negotiations, including concerns about opening India's dairy markets and accepting genetically modified agricultural products.
Diplomatic Rift Escalates: Ramaphosa Condemns Trump's Decision to Exclude South Africa from G20 Miami Summit
Nov 27, 2025 02:40 pm CST
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has criticized US President Donald Trump's decision to exclude South Africa from the 2026 G20 Summit in Miami. The diplomatic tension has intensified after Trump cited alleged human rights abuses against white farmers in South Africa as justification, while also announcing the cessation of financial aid to the country. Ramaphosa defended South Africa's G20 membership and called for continued multilateral cooperation among member nations, describing Trump's actions as based on misinformation about his country.
Trump Urges Japanese PM to Avoid Taiwan Provocations Following Xi Jinping Call
Nov 27, 2025 08:23 am CST
US President Donald Trump reportedly advised Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi not to provoke China over Taiwan's status following a separate call with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This diplomatic exchange highlights ongoing tensions surrounding Taiwan's sovereignty and the delicate balance of power in East Asian relations.
Understanding Trump's F-35 Deal with Saudi Arabia: Process, Challenges, and Regional Implications
Nov 20, 2025 04:19 pm CST
President Trump has approved the sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia as part of a potential $142 billion military equipment package, but the actual delivery faces a complex approval process, congressional scrutiny, and regional security considerations including Israel's military advantage. Despite Trump's suggestion of a 24-hour approval timeline, the comprehensive foreign military sales procedure typically takes years to complete, involving multiple government entities and careful diplomatic balancing.
Trump Confirms Potential India Visit Amid Strengthening US-India Strategic Partnership
Nov 08, 2025 02:41 am CST
US President Donald Trump has indicated plans for a possible visit to India next year, praising Prime Minister Modi as "a great man" while the Ministry of External Affairs maintains discretion about the potential trip. The visit comes amid ongoing developments with the Quad alliance, a strategic partnership between the US, India, Japan, and Australia focused on Indo-Pacific cooperation. This diplomatic engagement follows earlier uncertainties regarding Trump's participation in the Quad Summit originally scheduled to be hosted by India in 2025.
Supreme Court Scrutinizes Legality of Trump's Tariff Authority in Landmark Case
Nov 06, 2025 03:06 pm CST
The US Supreme Court is deliberating a landmark case examining President Donald Trump's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose widespread tariffs. Justices across the ideological spectrum questioned whether these actions exceed presidential authority by encroaching on Congress's constitutional power to regulate taxes and foreign commerce. This high-stakes case could impact global trade relationships and redefine the boundaries between executive and legislative powers in economic and foreign policy matters.
Iran's Hostage Diplomacy: A Decades-Long Strategy to Extract Concessions from Western Nations
Nov 06, 2025 02:32 am CST
Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, Iran has consistently employed what experts call "hostage diplomacy" - detaining Western citizens to leverage concessions from adversaries. This strategic pattern continues today, with numerous Europeans and Americans detained on dubious charges while Tehran negotiates for asset unfreezing, prisoner exchanges, or other diplomatic concessions. Despite recent releases, many foreign nationals remain in Iranian custody, prompting calls for coordinated international responses beyond the current "piecemeal" approach.