Can Khamenei survive Operation Rising Lion?
Each round of Israeli attacks in recent years has exposed the depth of Tel Aviv’s penetration into Iran’s establishment. The ability to target individual leaders and nuclear scientists, and even […]
When Modi meets MbS: A Gulf of opportunities
As PM Modi visits Riyadh, a look Saudi Arabia’s transformation and foreign policy pragmatism
Arab states – and peace – are more important than Iran or Israel
Success of moderate Arab states is critical for India’s interests in the region. Delhi must join hands with them in preventing the disastrous alternative of total war between Iran and […]
Netanyahu’s regime change fantasy for Iran
His effort to build a new order in the Middle East is unlikely to succeed, even as the old one is breaking down. The unintended consequences of his Iran gambit […]
From Trees to Forests: The Evolution of India-Middle East Ties Post 2014
This report examines the evolution of India-Middle East relations from 2014 to 2025, highlighting how these ties have transformed through distinct phases: establishing independent bilateral relationships (by 2014), strengthening these connections (by 2019), creating new regional cooperative frameworks based on mutual trust (by 2024), and safeguarding these gains amid renewed regional conflict.
Looking and Acting West: The Past, Present & Future of India-Middle East Ties
The conference, co-hosted with India’s World Magazine, explored India–Middle East relations through the expert panels. It featured the launch of a CSDR policy report and a special magazine edition, fostering strategic dialogue on India’s westward engagement—past, present, and future.