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CutTheClutter: Iran-US truce:Gains & concerns for India,weakened US,Netanyahu's setback,Pakistan's role | 10 points

The US and Iran have agreed to a truce and are expected to sign a preliminary agreement in Geneva later this week. Oil prices have eased, markets have rallied and fears over disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz have receded. In #CutTheClutter episode XXXX, ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta breaks down the emerging Iran-US truce in 10 points, decoding the significance of the understanding, Pakistan's role in the diplomatic process, why Israel is unhappy with the outcome, what it means for the Gulf Arab states, and why the peace dividend is of enormous significance for India.

ThePrintPod: Israel ministers say ‘not part of, or bound by’ US-Iran deal; Trump says Netanyahu ‘very difficult guy’

Israel PM yet to publicly comment, but unusually direct criticism from key members of his govt highlights growing tensions between Jerusalem & Washington over US-Iran peace deal.

ThePrintPod: India, East Asia move beyond trade rivalry towards strategic alignment as US-China contest escalates

From BrahMos exports to semiconductor cooperation, India and countries to its east are recalibrating ties as geopolitical shifts create a need for trusted regional partners.

WorldView: Israel's war against Hezbollah: The sticking point in US-Iran talks. What is Bibi's calculus?

As war drags on across the Gulf, Israel's military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon is emerging as a major challenge to talks on a US-Iran deal. With Israeli elections approaching and regional uncertainty deepening, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears determined to weaken, if not eliminate, Hezbollah's military capabilities. But is this objective achievable, and what are the wider implications for US-Iran diplomacy, regional stability, and Israel's security? In this episode of ThePrint Worldview with Swasti, ThePrint Consulting Editor Dr Swasti Rao speaks with Amos Davidowitz, an Israeli Reserve Commander, to unpack Israel's strategic calculations, Hezbollah's resilience, and the impact of the conflict on President Trump's efforts to secure a deal with Iran. As diplomacy and military action collide, the conversation explores whether the war in Lebanon could reshape the regional balance of power and derail prospects for a broader diplomatic breakthrough.

National Interest Pod: Five challenges await Modi. First, he must shake off the past and Nehru

Narendra Modi surpassed Jawaharlal Nehru as the longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister of India earlier this week. After what Modi and the vast numbers of his supporters believe he has done for India, it’s time we start looking at what lies ahead. Or his challenges going ahead. Read Here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/narendra-modi-bjp-longest-serving-continuously-elected-prime-minister-challenges/2958655/

ThePrintAM: What is the reason behind the FIR against Mamata Banerjee?

https://theprint.in/india/fir-against-mamata-for-threatening-communal-harmony-during-march-dharna-against-sir/2958445/

CutTheClutter: Facts behind US Attacks on ships with Indians & the bitter truth of Flags of Convenience shipping

The US attacked three ships in 3 days earlier this week, in the Gulf of Oman. All three ships had Indians onboard as crew and sailors, and three were killed in the strikes. ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta details facts of these three ships - who owned & managed them & what US claims. #CutTheClutter Ep 1851 also looks at the industry of Flags of Convenience and how it is used as a cloak for illegal shipping.

ThePrintPod: Why the India-Nepal Mutual Legal Assistance Agreement matters more than high-level visits

ThePrintPod: Why the India-Nepal Mutual Legal Assistance Agreement matters more than high-level visits

ThePrintPod: Anthropic’s most powerful AI model can win a Pokémon game using just screenshots. Meet Claude Fable 5

ThePrintPod: Anthropic’s most powerful AI model can win a Pokémon game using just screenshots. Meet Claude Fable 5

ThePrintPod: No-car Friday in BKC: Will MMRDA's public transport day initiative work in Mumbai?

The MMRDA launched an initiative of 'Friday Public Transport Day' This is to encourage employees and organisations across Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) to commute by public or shared transport every Friday.