Indian Air Force Deployed to the Capital
Indian air-force fighter jets violated Pakistani airspace twice in one day, in an apparent attempt to test Pakistan’s air defences. A few days later, India has deployed Russian-made MiG 29 combat fighter jets to the outskirts of their capital, New Delhi.
Beijing Agreement Complicates “Day After” Planning in Gaza War
The Beijing Agreement represents a credible competing vision for what post-war Gaza will look like, backed by the diplomatic weight of China and Russia. But all best-laid plans are moot in the face of a new escalation in Lebanon.
What’s Next After Tunisia’s “Populist Wave” Elections?
Voters may have demanded change, but whether they get it or not is still very much up in the air.
Budapest, Belgrade, Kyiv and The Direction of Europe
Early pan-European solidarity is showing signs of strain as the focus of the Ukraine war shifts toward the east.
Pakistan’s Militant Groups Splintering
It's a dizzying time for anyone trying to keep track of militant groups in Pakistan. Over the past two years, ever smaller groups keep appearing; as they do, they focus on more specific kinds of attacks.
Malabar 2017: Does India Have a Friend in the Japanese Navy?
What do recent Malabar 2017 naval exercises mean for Japan-India maritime ties?
Interview: Bret Schafer on Putin’s Internet Propaganda Push
Geopoliticalmonitor.com sits down with the Alliance for Securing Democracy's Bret Schafer for an in-depth look into Russia's ongoing disinformation campaign against the West.
Dessert Diplomacy: The Difficulty of Presenting a United Front Against North Korea
A diplomatic incident over the dessert menu reflects just how hard it is for Washington to get its Asia allies on the same page on North Korea.
South Africa: Populism’s Next Target
With a general election slated for next year, South Africa’s ruling ANC party faces a perfect storm for a populist rebuke.
Pakistan: Another Ally at Risk?
The US has threatened to cut off a multi-billion-dollar aid package to Pakistan if an American diplomat being held on murder charges is not immediately released from custody.