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Sworn enemies Egypt-Iran unlikely to collaborate within BRICS: Cairo expert

NEW DELHI: The BRICS group, a crucial platform for emerging markets and developing nations, has formally embraced five additional members: Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, and the UAE. Their inclusion became effective on January 1, 2024, signifying a noteworthy expansion for the coalition initially established by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This expansion […]

BRICS membership cure-all for Egypt’s economic woes? Cairo expert explains

NEW DELHI: The BRICS group, a crucial platform for emerging markets and developing nations, has formally embraced five additional members: Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, and the UAE. Their inclusion became effective on January 1, 2024, signifying a noteworthy expansion for the coalition initially established by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This expansion […]

Jaishankar and Macron’s diplomatic advisor delve into India-France convergence

NEW DELHI: The diplomatic advisor to French President Emmanuel Macron, Emmanuel Bonne, held discussions with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday. The meeting focused on bilateral relations, occurring two weeks before the French President’s scheduled visit to India to take part in the Republic Day celebrations. “Glad to meet Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to […]

Netanyahu clarifies: No intention to remove Gaza’s population | Watch

 NEW DELHI: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Wednesday evening that Israel has no plans to permanently control Gaza or force its civilian population to leave. This comes in response to demands from hard-right ministers to reestablish Israeli settlements in the region and promote the emigration of Palestinians, which Netanyahu rejected. The PM shared […]

Dangers of downplaying Houthi menace in Red Sea

New Delhi: In the tumultuous landscape of Middle Eastern geopolitics, Yemen’s Houthi rebels have now emerged as a potent force, commanding attention far beyond their war-torn home. Recent attacks by them in the Red Sea have sent shockwaves through the international community, revealing the complex array of alliances, ideological motivations, and the potential for destabilising […]

Sweden braces for unthinkable as Russian storm gathers on horizon

NEW DELHI: In an unprecedented move, Swedish officials have issued a stark warning to their citizens, urging them to be more prepared than ever for the looming spectre of war. This unsettling advisory comes in the wake of Sweden and Finland’s decision, in May 2022, to align themselves with NATO in response to Russia’s invasion […]

BRICS gains traction: 30 countries express willingness to join in 2024, says Russia

NEW DELHI: On January 1, 2024, BRICS welcomed five new nations into its fold, namely Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Iran, and Ethiopia. Despite receiving an invitation in August of the previous year, Argentina opted not to join BRICS. With these additions, BRICS has expanded to a 10-member bloc now. Further expansion is anticipated at […]

Why Sheikh Hasina’s landmark victory in Bangladesh holds relevance for India

NEW DELHI: In a largely expected outcome, Sheikh Hasina, the incumbent Prime Minister of Bangladesh, secured a decisive victory in the 12th general polls, clinching her fifth consecutive term in office. While the political landscape in Bangladesh undergoes a familiar transition, the implications of Hasina’s win extend beyond its borders, with India closely observing the […]

Sheikh Hasina secures fifth term as Bangladesh PM with resounding victory despite opposition boycott

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has secured a decisive victory in Bangladesh’s parliamentary election, despite a campaign marked by violence and a boycott from the primary opposition party. This win grants her and the Awami League a fourth consecutive term. Although the Election Commission has been tardy in revealing the outcomes of Sunday’s election, […]

Leveraging Houthis, Hezbollah: Tehran expert on Iran’s ‘indirect’ role in Israel-Hamas war

NEW DELHI: The BRICS leaders have decided to extend invitations to five additional countries for membership in their alliance. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, the host of the three-day summit in Johannesburg in August 2023, announced that Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have received invitations to join the BRICS. […]