Saahil Menon

Why The Mullahs Shot The Messenger

Sure! Here's another version: **Eager to host U.S.-Iran talks, the UAE blew its shot by dispatching hawkish Gargash with Trump’s ultimatum. Tehran snubbed the gesture, opting for Oman’s quiet diplomacy instead.**

Has India Gone Rogue?

India rolls out the red carpet for Putin while the West imposes sanctions. Strategic autonomy or moral abdication? New Delhi’s double game is testing the limits of democratic credibility on the world stage.

What’s Driving Closer Cooperation Between Russia and Myanmar?

Russia is deepening ties with Myanmar’s junta as both regimes face Western sanctions. From arms deals to labor migration, Moscow is betting big—but will the embattled Min Aung Hlaing hold on to power?

Why the Neo Nomad Visa Launch is a Masterstroke by Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan’s Neo Nomad Visa is a game-changer—attracting remote workers, boosting the economy, and redefining its global appeal. A smart move in an era of shifting migration patterns.

Is the U.S. “Gold Card” Trump’s Latest Olive Branch to Russia?

If history is any indication, residence and citizenship by investment (RCBI) schemes invariably do more harm than good to the jurisdictions that dip their...

Will Georgia Join BRICS?

Having unilaterally suspended EU accession plans until 2028, Tbilisi could seek entry into the semi-formal, Russian-led alliance as a means of strengthening their hand...

Why India Must Distance Itself From Lukashenko’s Belarus

In addition to being bought and paid for by the Kremlin, the embattled Belarusian dictator has to become dangerously beholden to China. On Jan. 26...

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Dynastic Politics and Governance Crisis in Southeast Asia: The Case of Thailand and Cambodia

From Bangkok to Phnom Penh, power is becoming a family affair. The rise of dynasties in Thailand and Cambodia signals a retreat from meritocracy—eroding democratic institutions and blurring the line between state and bloodline.

Why a Humanitarian Corridor into Rakhine Could Be a Risky Move for Bangladesh

A humanitarian corridor into Rakhine may look noble—but for Bangladesh, it risks security blowback, geopolitical entanglement, and sovereignty loss. Without guarantees, it could do more harm than good for Rohingya and Dhaka alike.

Prabowo’s Russia Visit: The Key Outcomes

Prabowo skips G7 for Russia’s Davos. Signs $2.29B investment deal with Putin, backs BRICS vision. Jakarta’s message: Indonesia isn’t picking sides—but it won’t be sidelined in the new world order.

Chairman Kim Jong Un’s Children: North Korea’s Nuclear Weapons

"I don’t want my children to carry the nuclear weapon on their backs their whole lives,” Kim told Pompeo. His words hint at a deal: if survival is secured, denuclearization may no longer be unthinkable.

Bomb First, Justify Later: Iran’s Strategic Dilemma Under Israeli Hegemony

Israel’s June 13 blitz on Iran wasn’t self-defense—it was a ruthless display of unchecked power. Civilians, scientists, sovereignty—all burned. With U.S. cover and global silence, Israel now bombs with impunity. Who’s the real threat?