Pakistan-Afghanistan hostilities deepen; UAE to exit OPEC, OPEC+ amid West Asia conflict
The latest episode of Statecraft covers multiple global developments, starting with the escalating border conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Trump slaps 25% tariff on India: How should India be responding? Experts debate
UPDATED: Jul 30, 2025 23:17 IST
US President Donald Trump has imposed a 25% tariff and additional penalties on India, citing high import duties, reliance on Russian military hardware, and energy imports. The move has triggered a political debate, with the opposition criticising the government's diplomatic handling. This comes as Union Home Minister Amit Shah detailed 'Operation Sindoor' and 'Operation Mahadev' in Parliament, explaining the strikes on terror camps in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan.
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