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Trump Doctrine?” How U.S. Strikes on Iran Could Redefine Global Diplomacy

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 A New Era in U.S. Foreign Policy? In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, the United States recently launched precision airstrikes against Iranian nuclear facilities. The move—surprising in both speed and scope—has been dubbed by commentators and officials alike as the beginning of the “Trump Doctrine” in foreign policy. But is this truly a coherent strategy? Or a reactive show of force with unpredictable consequences? This article unpacks what happened, why it matters, and how it could reshape global alliances and rivalries. ⚠️ What Happened? On June 25, 2025, U.S. B-2 bombers struck three key Iranian nuclear facilities in Natanz, Arak, and Fordow. The attacks were justified by U.S. intelligence reports indicating that Iran was preparing to accelerate uranium enrichment beyond the 90% weapons-grade threshold. Former President Donald Trump, who has regained control of U.S. foreign policy through a polarized but powerful political resurgence, claimed the strikes were a “m...

Why India Feels Betrayed by US-Pakistan Engagement

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  Stuck in the Middle. Is America's South Asia Partnership a Gamble? "There's a saying in diplomacy: Timing is Everything. Don't expect applause when you shake hands with a suspect while your ally is still burying his dead." That's what the whispers are saying in New Delhi at the present time. America welcomes top military chiefs from Pakistan this week, and India is left with a funeral, a betrayal, and a feeling of deja vu. It's 2025—and terrorism remains the currency of choice internationally and partnerships are made out of convenience instead of ideology. 📜 A Historical Hangover: Cold War to Counterterror To understand the crisis of today, let's look back. During the onset of the Cold War, Pakistan was cast as America's "frontline state" in its battle against communism. It participated in SEATO and CENTO; it received military support; it provided access during the Soviet-Afghanistan War. For decades, Islamabad played the role of Was...