Comments & Briefs

Navigating the India–Russia Strategic Partnership

Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Moscow is expected to add new direction and momentum to the India–Russia bilateral partnership.

July 08, 2024

Rajorshi Roy

Issue Brief

Orban’s New Pan-European Far Right Alliance: An Assessment

Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s announcement of the formation of a new far right alliance at the European Parliament with two more European partners points to an effort to carve out a larger role coinciding with Hungary’s presidency of the Council of the EU.

July 05, 2024

Swasti Rao

IDSA Comments

From Iron Dome to Cyber Dome: Defending Israel’s Cyberspace

With cyberattacks on the rise in the wake of the Israel–Hamas conflict, Israel’s ‘cyber-dome’ initiative aims to fortify its digital defences.

July 03, 2024

Rohit Kumar Sharma

IDSA Comments

Taliban’s Approach to Natural Disasters

Recurring flash floods across northern and eastern Afghanistan highlight the vulnerabilities faced by the population compounded by the impact of climate change and internal state failure.

July 03, 2024

Puspa Kumari

IDSA Comments

Europe Responds to Agrarian Crisis

EU countries have imposed restrictive measures on agricultural trade given domestic and regional triggers such as the farmers’ protests and the Russia–Ukraine war.

June 26, 2024

Anandita Bhada

IDSA Comments

Sudan’s Civil War: Community Resilience and Role of Women

In the complex dynamics of Sudan's civil war, women are critical players in promoting peace and stability.

June 20, 2024

Anusha Khurana

Issue Brief

Erdogan’s April 2024 Visit to Iraq: An Assessment

Türkiye’s President Erdogan’s April 2024 visit to Iraq saw progress on economic integration projects and security ties.

June 05, 2024

Abhishek Yadav

Issue Brief

Nepal’s Coalition Shifts: Domestic and Foreign Policy Implications

The instability of coalition governments in Nepal can be attributed to several factors, including a complex electoral system, personal ambitions of political leaders, and external pressures.

June 04, 2024

Sneha M

Issue Brief