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The war in West Asia has highlighted the vulnerability of defence industrial ecosystems to targeted attacks.

Offensive cyber operations are increasingly becoming an integral component of modern military campaigns.

Offensive cyber operations are increasingly becoming an integral component of modern military campaigns.

The Tarique government’s pursuit of ‘strategic autonomy’ will remain constrained by the growing US–China rivalry in the region.

While the US deepens strategic ties with India in critical minerals and advanced technologies, Pakistan finds itself sidelined, confined to tactical engagements.

The Trump administration’s intentions regarding Greenland have further militarised the Arctic region.

The removal of Maduro by the US in Operation Absolute Resolve reifies Russian concerns associated with mass protests and regime change.

India, as part of the US-led Pax Silica, will become a reliable player in the global critical-materials ecosystem.

With New START’s expiration in February 2026, the US and Russia will have no legally binding constraints on their nuclear arsenals.

The 2025 United States National Security Strategy (NSS) reflects a shift in how the US defines and pursues its national interests.