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WHY THE TRI JUNCTION (INDIA -NEPAL-CHINA) ISSUE RESUFACED NOW?

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India-Nepa Border Dispute Explain India and Nepal share close cultural, economic, and people-to-people ties, with an open border allowing free movement between the two countries. Despite this strong relationship, a long-standing border dispute involving Kalapani, Lipulekh, and Limpiyadhura continues to spark debate. An Old Dispute The disagreement dates back to the 1816 Treaty of Sugauli between Nepal and British India. The treaty defined the Kali River as Nepal's western boundary, but both sides disagree on the river's exact source. Nepal's Claim Nepal says the Kali River originates near Limpiyadhura and therefore claims: Kalapani Lipulekh Limpiyadhura as its territory. India's Position India considers these areas part of Uttarakhand and points to decades of administrative control and historical records to support its claim. Why Lipulekh Matters Lipulekh is strategically important because it: Lies near the India-Nepal-China tri-junction Serves as a ...

Iran missile attack on Israel

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Iran Launches Missiles at Israel: First Direct Attack Since April Ceasefire Raises Fears of Wider Conflict The Middle East witnessed a major escalation on June 8, 2026, after Iran launched missiles toward Israel, according to statements from the Israeli military. The attack marks the first direct missile strike from Iran since a ceasefire in April temporarily halted hostilities between Iran, Israel, and the United States. Israeli defense officials reported that air defense systems were activated immediately after missile launches were detected. Several missiles were reportedly intercepted before reaching their targets, though assessments regarding damage and casualties are still ongoing. What Happened? According to Israeli military sources, multiple missiles were launched from Iranian territory toward Israel. The attack comes months after an internationally mediated ceasefire helped de-escalate a period of intense military confrontation in April. Iranian officials acknowledged the...

Breaking News: Israel - Iran war

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Breaking News:  multiple reliable sources confirm that Iran has fired missiles at Israel, marking the first such attack since the April cease-fire. Israeli officials said the strike was in retaliation for an Israeli airstrike in Beirut earlier the same day. ----PENDYALA VASUDEVA RAO   About the Author Indian Rao Covers global geopolitics, foreign policy, and international developments.

Who really runs Iran?

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Is Ahmad Vahidi the Real Power in Iran? Understanding the Roles of Pezeshkian, Mojtaba Khamenei, and Iran's Military Establishment As Iran navigates war, economic pressure, and political uncertainty, a growing debate has emerged among analysts and observers. Many are asking: "Who is really running Iran?" Some reports and social media discussions have gone even further, claiming that Ahmad Vahidi has effectively become Iran's dictator or the country's most powerful leader. But how much of that is true? The answer is more complicated than a simple yes or no. The Official Structure of Power To understand the debate, it is important to separate official positions from actual influence. Currently: Masoud Pezeshkian remains Iran's President. Mojtaba Khamenei serves as Iran's Supreme Leader. Ahmad Vahidi is a senior military figure and one of the most influential leaders within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). On paper, the hierarchy a...