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Makhan Saikia

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CAA: Why the hullabaloo?

The CAA is not anti-Muslim; it just prioritises citizenship for persecuted minorities, not others, from three neighbouring countries. Future...

06.04.2024 10

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Makhan Saikia

SCS: Old battleground, new twist

The South China Sea has once again become a focal point of international attention following sudden clashes between coast guard vessels of the...

16.03.2024 10

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Makhan Saikia

Grim outlook for Russia-Ukraine conflict

Neither Putin nor Zelenskyy could gauge that this war would last so long. Many, like the US General Mark Milley, prophesied that Ukraine might fall...

09.03.2024 6

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Makhan Saikia

Navalny’s death marks Putin path to unchecked power

As Russia's defiance of Western norms continues, engaging with Putin remains crucial. However, Navalny's death highlights the need for accountability...

24.02.2024 9

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Makhan Saikia

Myanmar: A nation in turmoil

Myanmar's resilience amid adversity shines as diverse groups unite against the junta. Despite challenges, hope flickers through collective efforts for...

10.02.2024 10

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Yanomami indigenous crisis: Lula’s challenges

The Yanomami people in Brazil’s Roraima province face a dire threat to their existence, marked by severe malnutrition, malaria, and encroachment by...

03.02.2024 5

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Balochistan trapped in geopolitical flames of Pakistan, Iran

The Baloch crisis has recently gained global attention due to cross-border military strikes between Pakistan and Iran. The Baloch people’s identity...

27.01.2024 10

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Makhan Saikia

A forgotten war: Looking back, looking forward

Amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict’s complexity, it is crucial for the West to adopt a pragmatic approach. Recognising Putin’s strategies and...

20.01.2024 9

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Makhan Saikia

Dark realities of Xinjiang: Tough test for Uighurs

As reports of China’s alleged human rights abuses in Xinjiang surface, a storm of international outrage erupts. Diplomats, politicians, and human...

07.01.2024 20

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Stateless and homeless in Kurdistan

The history of Kurdistan is intricately woven into the fabric of West Asia, encompassing Turkey, Iraq, Iran, and Syria. Home to the Kurds, the...

30.12.2023 9

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Makhan Saikia

Congo road to peace amid ethnic conflict

Intricate challenges and pervasive violence in Eastern Congo, where ethnic conflicts, armed militias, and regional influences converge, create a...

25.11.2023 10

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Makhan Saikia

Arab leaders meet highlights urgency in Gaza crisis

The Islamic-Arab leaders’ summit in Riyadh underscored the dire situation in Gaza, calling for an end to Israel’s actions. Despite initial...

18.11.2023 8

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Makhan Saikia

Israel, Palestine’s quest for lasting peace

The enduring Israel-Palestine conflict, rooted in a turbulent history dating back to World War I, continues to unfold with the recent Israel-Hamas...

11.11.2023 6

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Makhan Saikia

Jokowi’s dynasty: Power consolidation sparks debate

The upcoming Indonesian elections mark a significant turning point as President Jokowi Widodo, in office since 2014, steps down due to constitutional...

04.11.2023 5

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Makhan Saikia

US support for Israel: An old game

Amid the intensifying Israel-Hamas conflict, this analysis delves into the intricate web of historical, political, and humanitarian factors shaping...

28.10.2023 8

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Makhan Saikia

Precarious path forward for Israel, Hamas

The escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas has become a critical juncture in the West Asian region. Hamas’ audacious attack has exposed...

21.10.2023 8

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Makhan Saikia

Precarious path forward for Israel, Hamas

The escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas has become a critical juncture in the West Asian region. Hamas’ audacious attack has exposed...

14.10.2023 6

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Makhan Saikia

Maldives poll alters Indian Ocean geopolitics

07.10.2023 7

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Makhan Saikia

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: No endgame

The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict spans over three decades, rooted in territorial disputes between Azerbaijan and Armenia. Despite internationally...

30.09.2023 7

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Makhan Saikia

Khalistan terror: Globalised 21st century challenge

The rise of Sikh ethno-nationalism in the 1980s threatened India’s integrity. Today’s Khalistan movement is more globalised, with a worldwide...

23.09.2023 10

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Makhan Saikia

Global South shaping geopolitics & development

The intricate tapestry of the Global South comes alive, revealing its pivotal role in today’s global arena. From its rich natural resources to its...

16.09.2023 7

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Makhan Saikia

China takes rivalry to G20summit

By now, China’s reticence has generated a lot of interpretations in global media and in diplomatic circles. For Xi, it is an occasion to showcase...

09.09.2023 10

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