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Hindustan Times
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Israel, US planning to install new ‘Shah' in Iran? Khamenei's downfall or another revolution?
The war between Iran and Israel has crossed the red line. What began as shadow strikes and covert operations has now exploded into a direct confrontation. But is this just about nuclear threats or something far deeper? Did Israel really plot to assassinate Ayatollah Khamenei? Are we witnessing an active push to overthrow Iran's clerical regime? And more importantly, is the U.S. still pretending to be a bystander while playing kingmaker behind the scenes? Ananya Dutta unpacks the layers of a war that's no longer confined to the shadows. From Trump rejecting Israeli proposals to bomb Iran, to Netanyahu's open calls for regime change, and Reza Pahlavi waiting in the wings — this story is no longer about missiles, it's about power. Who wants Iran's revolution reversed? What role is America quietly playing? And if the Ayatollah falls, who rises?
Hindustan Times
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Trump exits diplomats from mid-east as talks look set to fail: these U.S. bases may be under threat
In just 24 hours, the U.S.–Iran nuclear drama has escalated dramatically. Iran has threatened to target American military bases across the Middle East. The U.S. has begun pulling out its troops. And the IAEA has just confirmed that Iran is no longer complying with its nuclear obligations, for the first time in 20 years. So, is this brinkmanship or a prelude to war? In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta unpacks the fast-moving developments that are pulling Washington, Tehran, and Tel Aviv into a dangerous triangle. What is Israel planning with its threats of a solo military strike? Why is Donald Trump signaling military flexibility while evacuating U.S. personnel? And with diplomacy stuck on uranium enrichment, who stands to gain from this rising tension? This isn't just posturing—it may be a red line in slow motion. Watch as we break down the bases, the battleships, and the battlegrounds at play.
Hindustan Times
12-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
How U.S. & Iran are ‘weaponising' nuclear talks & why it could reshape Middle-East power dynamics
The U.S. and Iran are back at the negotiating table. But is this really about nuclear weapons — or is something else going on? As Washington and Tehran exchange proposals, veiled threats, and strategic silence, the real game is being played in the shadows. Behind the scenes, pressure is replacing compromise, and diplomacy is being weaponised. So what's at stake here? Is this about uranium enrichment or leverage over the Middle East? Why is Israel lurking in the subtext of every American statement? And why is the IAEA, the UN's nuclear watchdog stuck in a no-win position? From snapback sanctions to regional flashpoints, in this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta breaks down how the Iran-U.S. talks could reshape the geopolitical map without a single missile being fired.
Hindustan Times
10-06-2025
- Science
- Hindustan Times
Zelensky's towns burn under cheap drones: How China is outsmarting West in Russia's war on Ukraine
The biggest drone strike in the Ukraine-Russia war's history has just taken place. But this wasn't just about military retaliation, it was a show of force, tech, and alliances. In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta unpacks how drones are no longer just tools of war—they are rewriting its very DNA. We dive into Ukraine's 'Operation Spiderweb,' where cheap FPV drones allegedly outsmarted Russia's air fleet using AI. Then comes the counter: Russia's massive retaliatory strike powered by swarm drones, fiber-optics, and Chinese tech. From Mavic drone diplomacy to alleged deployment of Chinese laser weapons on the battlefield, what is really happening in the skies over Ukraine? Has the Ukraine war turned into a global testing ground for next-gen weaponry? Is the China-Russia drone alliance reshaping warfare in real-time? And what happens when innovation is driven not in labs, but in live combat zones?
Hindustan Times
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
China Mocks Itself With Own World Court? Beijing To Serve Int'l Justice In Hong Kong
China has just launched its own version of the International Court of Justice and it's headquartered in the heart of Hong Kong. But who exactly is expected to accept Beijing as a neutral arbiter of global justice? And what does it mean when the court is built in a city where pro-democracy protests were crushed, and freedom of speech curbed? In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta breaks down China's new "International Organization for Mediation." Who are the 32 countries backing it? Why is Russia missing from the list? And what is China really offering — a fairer system for the Global South, or a new global bench where it plays the judge, jury, and executioner? This story isn't just about a building in Hong Kong — it's about a potential new world order. The question is: is China filling a vacuum — or building one of its own?
