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STRAIT OF HORMUZ CLOSURE: IMPLICATIONS FOR ENERGY MARKETS Why in the News? Iranian motion: Iran’s parliament approved a motion calling for closure of the Strait of Hormuz following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Global concern: The move threatens a vital energy transit route, raising fears of oil and gas supply disruption globally and for …
Read MoreTHE IRAN BLINDSPOT Syllabus: GS-3: ● International relations ● India and its neighbourhood Why in the News? Israel’s devastating attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities on June 13, 2025, orchestrated by Netanyahu and backed by Trump, may delay but ultimately accelerate Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Their short-term politics, lack of long-term strategy, and flawed diplomacy risk creating …
Read MoreNETANYAHU’S WAR CALCULUS IN IRAN: A DIGITAL AGE PERSPECTIVE Syllabus: GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood, Bilateral Groupings & Agreements, Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests WHY IN THE NEWS? Israel launched a full-scale aerial assault on Iran targeting nuclear facilities, military infrastructure, and key leadership on June 13, 2025. The offensive, led …
Read MoreDo Palestine and Jordan Share a Real Border? Here’s What You Need to Know Maps often give the impression that the Palestine Jordan border is a direct and open land boundary, especially along the eastern edge of the West Bank. But if you’re wondering whether Palestinians can freely cross into Jordan or if the border …
Read MoreIsrael’s Operation Gideon Chariots Intensifies Gaza Strikes Why in the News? Israel has launched Operation Gideon Chariots to pressure Hamas into releasing hostages and dismantling its operations. The offensive has resulted in over 150 deaths in 24 hours, worsening the humanitarian crisis under a months-long Israeli blockade of Gaza. Operation Gideon Chariots: Objectives and Strategy …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Israel’s recent decision to double its population in the Golan Heights highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions over the internationally recognized occupied Syrian territory. Location, History, and Population of Golan Heights: Location: The Golan Heights is a hilly region overlooking the Jordan River Valley, bordered by: Jordan River and Sea of Galilee (west), …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Why in the News? Over 400 days since the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel, the conflict continues with no resolution in sight. More than 43,000 people, mostly civilians, have been killed during Israeli bombardments in Gaza, the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu vowed continued strikes on Lebanon until Hezbollah stops firing rockets. IDF tanks and armoured vehicles were moved toward Israel’s northern border, signalling possible escalation. Recent Israeli attacks on Lebanon have killed over 700 people, displacing thousands. Historical Roots of Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Conflict traces back to 1948 when …
Read MoreWhy in the news? For the first time in months, Hamas launched a barrage of rockets from Gaza, triggering air-raid sirens in Tel Aviv. No casualties or damage were reported; it was the first long-range attack from Gaza since January. The Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas’s military wing, claimed responsibility. About Tel Aviv City : Tel …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Ireland, Norway, and Spain announced plans to formally recognise Palestine, following a recent UN vote supporting Palestine’s full membership. Israel reacted by recalling ambassadors from these countries amid ongoing conflicts and international legal actions against its leaders. About United Nations General Assembly (UNGA): Principal Component of the UN: Main governing and …
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