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Assad regime's fall after 13 years of civil war marks a pivotal transformation for Syria, as the Islamist group Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) assumes leadership, promising reforms amidst regional and international uncertainty.

Syria Civil War: Interestingly, the US presidency under Joe Biden is hyperactive before he demits office and President Donald Trump takes over. What does it mean for Syria, Ukraine, and Russia?

Bashar al-Assad's rule in Syria is over but he leaves behind a fragmented nation. Stabilising Syria will be a major challenge for fractured opposition and external backers.

Syrian Civil War: The U.S. is faced with a set of dangerous choices, each with its own set of risks and consequences. The reality is that the window for a limited intervention may have passed.

Aleppo, a historic Syrian city, has once again fallen into chaos as militants backed by Turkey, Israel, and the US seized control, ending eight years of fragile peace.

Trump Presidency: New Delhi will have to contend with opportunities and challenges across a host of issues once Donald Trump helms the White House.

Iran-Israel tensions escalate as Israel prepares for precision strikes in retaliation for Tehran's missile attack. Netanyahu is set to respond to Iran's growing threats.

India UN Security Council Bid: Despite persistent lobbying, experts say it’s unlikely India will gain permanent membership of the UNSC anytime soon for several reasons.

CIA and MI6 chiefs Bill Burns and Richard Moore confront global security challenges, but their calls for stronger cooperation appear ineffective. 

Modi's Ukraine Visit: India is aware that both Moscow and Kyiv are as yet unwilling to sit at the negotiating table to end the war. Could Modi's Ukraine visit be a harbinger of peace?