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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- 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?
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Under fire from U.S. & West, anti-Hamas war in Gaza turning into battle of survival for Netanyahu?
Nearly 600 days of war. Thousands dead. A new offensive launched. Israel says it's still about Hamas. But with every passing day, that claim wears thinner. This week, Netanyahu launched 'Operation Gideon's Chariots', a massive new ground assault on Gaza. So why now? What's the goal? And who's really calling the shots? From leaked tapes and stalled ceasefires to U.S. double-deals and rising dissent within Israel — this war is no longer just about Hamas. It's about political survival. In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta breaks down Netanyahu's latest move, the growing backlash from world leaders, and how Gaza has become the stage for one man's desperate power play. Is this a war of strategy — or a war of politics? And what is Washington quietly negotiating behind the scenes?
Hindustan Times
19-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
India shuts trade doors on Bangladesh? New Delhi flexes economic muscle as Dhaka sides with China
It's been nearly a year since mass protests in Bangladesh toppled Sheikh Hasina's regime, ushering in an era of political uncertainty and bold realignments. Now, Dhaka is tightening export rules on Indian goods. India has hit back, imposing restrictions on imports through land ports, affecting over $770 million worth of trade. But this isn't just a tariff war. It's about power, influence, and China. In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta explores the trade fallout, the geopolitical undercurrents, and what it means for South Asia's strategic future.
Hindustan Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Russia's Victory Day Parade: Putin's power play making EU & West nervous
Published on May 07, 2025 12:58 AM IST This Friday, Russia celebrates Victory Day—marking 80 years since the Soviet Union's triumph over Nazi Germany. But the meaning of this day has shifted. What once symbolized military valor now echoes geopolitical defiance. In 2025, the parade in Red Square is more than a tribute to history; it's a global message. Vladimir Putin has extended invitations to major world leaders—even as some decline or fall ill. Others tread carefully. Why is Europe suddenly so jittery about a Russian celebration? Is the Kremlin using this symbolic day to showcase new alliances? And what message does a high-security parade, lacking key Western guests, really send? This episode of Grey Zone with Ananya Dutta decodes the theatre, the diplomacy, and the message behind Moscow's most watched holiday. Because in today's world, history isn't just remembered, it's weaponized.
Hindustan Times
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Why Zelensky should pick Putin's ‘direct peace talks' offer over a Trump-mediated deal
Russia says it's ready to talk peace - with Ukraine, bypassing Washington. Kyiv says it's open to the idea. In 2022, Ukraine and Russia came close to a peace deal,until the West stepped in. From Boris Johnson's surprise visit to Kyiv, to reports that the U.S., Germany, and France shut down negotiations, the message was clear: no deal with Moscow, keep fighting. In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta revisits those critical moments - how the Minsk Agreement was used and abused, how NATO's expansion fueled distrust, and why Ukraine may once again be falling into a familiar trap. Can Kyiv afford to rely on a West that keeps walking away when things get tough? Or is it time to stop outsourcing peace? While President Zelensky faces pressure at home and abroad, Russia is making its move, asking to talk directly. But is Kyiv in any position to choose? With the West's track record of walking away-from Saigon to Kabul-is Ukraine doomed to become another footnote in its long list of abandoned allies?
