Political Crisis

BNP’s indecisive politics could hurt democracy revival in Bangladesh

The country’s geopolitical vulnerabilities could deepen as political fissures widen.

The Powder Keg of the Middle East: Elusive Peace, Growing Instability, and the Imperative for a Firm and Balanced Policy

The Middle East continues to be a center of turmoil, with stalled peace efforts, escalating tensions, and the persistent use of terrorism for political ends

Europe’s red line: It’s politicians versus people over Gaza

As Israel’s attacks continue, European leaders tighten repression at home to silence protests that signal a widening gulf between governments and their people

Resurrecting democracy in Bangladesh remains a challenge

Proscribing the Awami League could further erode democratic values and practices in Bangladesh

Can South Koreans protect their democracy?

As a second bid to impeach Yoon Suk-yeol gathers steam, South Koreans show that democracy’s light still burns brightly in Seoul

Why Netanyahu chooses war over peace

As protests grow, Benjamin Netanyahu clings to power in what appears to be a gambit to shape his own political and legal future, regardless of the cost.

Pakistan’s Post Election Crisis: Rigged Polls, Economic Despair, and Indo-Pak Diplomacy

In the Wake of Controversial Elections, Pakistan Grapples with Democratic […]

In Maldives political crisis, an opportunity for jihadists

In 2008, Maldives national Ali Assham, alleged to have been involved with the Lashkar-e-Taiba network and accused of attacking the Indian Institute of Science in Bangalore in 2005, was deported from Sri Lanka to Maldives.

The Unbearable Opportunism of being Nitish

Nitish looked sideways when the coffin-gate scam was raised, even while the ‘saffronisation of education’ was in full swing