Trump orders Strait of Hormuz blockade after failed US-Iran talks, could spike oil prices by $10

The Geometry of Escalation: Power, Narrative, and the Edge of a Systemic War

The ongoing confrontation in West Asia has evolved beyond a simple conflict between Israel and Iran into a complex, multi-layered geopolitical struggle involving military, economic, and strategic dimensions. Beneath the visible war lie three interconnected battles: control over energy routes like the Strait of Hormuz 7 days ago
Trump uses profanity, religious rhetoric to vent fury over Iran war

Trump uses profanity, religious rhetoric to vent fury over Iran war

President Donald Trump vented his frustration over the Iran conflict with profanity and religious references in social media posts, warning Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face "hell." The outburst came shortly after the rescue of a downed US airman 16 days ago
US sees AI race with China as strategic battle for dominance

US sees AI race with China as strategic battle for dominance

Growing concerns over China's rapid progress in artificial intelligence have led to a rare alignment between US policymakers and major tech companies, both viewing the AI race as crucial to national security and global economic dominance. 25 days ago
India and Japan: A Stabilising Axis for the Indo-Pacific

India and Japan: A Stabilising Axis for the Indo-Pacific

As the region grapples with a worsening strategic environment, deeper India-Japan maritime cooperation under FOIP could serve as a powerful and increasingly necessary stabilising force, writes Samir Puri, visiting lecturer in war studies at King's College London. Mar 19, 2026
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Tankers reroute from China to India amid spike in Russian oil purchases

India has sharply increased its purchases of Russian oil, prompting several tankers initially bound for China to divert to Indian ports. The Aframax tanker Aqua Titan, carrying Urals crude, will arrive at New Mangalore on March 21 after turning around mid-journey from Rizhao. Mar 18, 2026
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Trump weighs strike as Iran allies hold back

While Iran has strengthened ties with China and Russia — including recent naval drills in the Gulf of Oman and planned exercises in the Strait of Hormuz — both nations appear reluctant to provide direct military support in a conflict with the US. Feb 23, 2026
Germany bolsters ties with India amid fluid geopolitical landscape

Germany bolsters ties with India amid fluid geopolitical landscape

The EU-India FTA could add €20 billion in trade, while Germany aims to enhance its Indo-Pacific presence and secure diversified supply chains. Trade remains central: Germany is India's top EU partner, with balanced exports and imports totaling over US$50 billion, projected to reach €50 billion by 2030 under the "India First" policy. Jan 21, 2026