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by ShauryaT
06 May 2026 04:39
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

Based on the request of Pakistan and other Countries, the tremendous Military Success that we have had during the Campaign against the Country of Iran and, additionally, the fact that Great Progress has been made toward a Complete and Final Agreement with Representatives of Iran, we have mutually a...
by ShauryaT
04 May 2026 21:21
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

Uddu: Please check source veracity. We live in a world of fake news. Let us all try to reduce noise here.
by ShauryaT
04 May 2026 21:19
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Understanding the US - Again
Replies: 13111
Views: 3923635

Re: Understanding the US - Again

Amber G: We live in a world of spoofs and fakes :x You are sure of the X message above?
by ShauryaT
02 May 2026 21:17
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Understanding the US - Again
Replies: 13111
Views: 3923635

Re: Understanding the US - Again

Finally as Manish ji says, international relations are ultimately transactional. The appearance of a democratic system in the US gives the permanent policy apparatus a lot of freedom to do whatever it needs while knowing it will receive implicit 'forgiveness' when a new administration comes in. Thu...
by ShauryaT
24 Apr 2026 07:05
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

Question: How much time do Israel and the US have before the powers that be in Iran come to a political decision to drop nuclear weapons on Israel and the US bases they can reach in the Middle East? Nuclear weapons are best used as a threat by these types for self-preservation of their regime, its ...
by ShauryaT
24 Apr 2026 06:00
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

There is a UNDP report that 30 million+ (about 8 million in India) will go back into poverty due to the strait being blocked. The issue that has baffled me, is why has India and GCC countries along with most directly impacted not used their assets to enforce FON? If Indian Navy is to be the net secu...
by ShauryaT
20 Apr 2026 21:17
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

@ShauryA T ji, I disagree. Common Iranians do not deserve that kind of punishment. If innocents die, their relatives would get radicalized. There must be a way out. On the other hand, those who are forming human chains are regime supporters, and they deserve some lesser punishment. The rub is that ...
by ShauryaT
19 Apr 2026 23:57
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

As for the threat to bomb power plants and bridges, the Iranians will again form a chain of civilians around these targets. Then what? There are a lot of military targets still left in Iran that should be targeted in the next round of bombing IMHO Then what? They shall perish too. Lankans burned al...
by ShauryaT
14 Apr 2026 18:17
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

So while the Israel–Iran conflict is not reducible to the Palestinian issue, no serious de-escalation is likely if that file stays completely frozen." True, but Israel has no incentive to resolve, especially as it has demonstrated its ability to severely degrade threats stemming from Iran and ...
by ShauryaT
14 Apr 2026 07:52
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

You say the JCPOA is 'drained water,' but what is the alternative technical plan for the material already on the ground? Without a Moniz-style framework of technical rigor, how do we ensure a 'sprint to the breakout line' doesn't happen during the chaos of a regime transition? I’m curious what the ...
by ShauryaT
14 Apr 2026 06:34
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

1. You Can’t Bomb Knowledge : The JCPOA d idn't pretend Iran was naive; it just made sure they didn't have the physical materials to execute the "code." 2. The "Overnight" Jump Proves the Point : The moment the U.S. walked out, it gave them the green light to use the "advan...
by ShauryaT
13 Apr 2026 07:40
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

@HouseForeign (US- House Foreign Affairs Committee -Dems ) 1. To note, that under JCPOA, Iran shipped over 11 tons of low-enriched uranium out of the country. 2 Under JCPOA, Iran dismantled 13,000 centrifuges. 3. Iran was limited to 300 kg of uranium hexaflouride. 4. Iran was required to eliminate ...
by ShauryaT
09 Apr 2026 04:57
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

The Reset 1. Conventional Overmatch The U.S./Israeli technological overmatch has resulted in the systemic decimation of Iran’s formal military assets, leadership nodes, and industrial income. In terms of "Kinetic Throughput," the U.S. has achieved its primary objectives. While the nuclear ...
by ShauryaT
08 Apr 2026 22:38
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

For the record. "Numerous Agreements, Lists, and Letters are being sent out by people that have absolutely nothing to do with the U.S.A. / Iran Negotiation, in many cases, they are total Fraudsters, Charlatans, and WORSE. They will be rapidly exposed after our Federal Investigation is completed...
by ShauryaT
08 Apr 2026 07:28
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

OK, that Truth post is an image of the Iran FM post. Does not mean, he has accepted the 10 points or even considering it. I think it is a stretch to think Trump has accepted the 10 points. It simply was to post the official acceptance of the ceasefire by Iran too. There was some speculation that Ira...
by ShauryaT
08 Apr 2026 07:01
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

Wow! Iran's state media says US has accepted 10-point conditions proposed by Iranian govt - Also DJT in his post says he agreed to these demands. . TOTAL Climbdown by this person. (Although even after total humiliation his brainwashed worshippers and he will be still say he won.! :eek: Which DJT po...
by ShauryaT
08 Apr 2026 05:06
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

Trump has made a threat of genocide. At the end of the day, these ops are about a nuclear Iran. India's inability to act against Pakistan in the 80's and S. Korea's inability to act has bought both permanent enemies that have bought an insurance card to derail progress. Israel, after October 7, wil...
by ShauryaT
25 Mar 2026 04:13
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

“Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, has emerged as the key interlocutor between the United States and Iran, with Egypt and Turkey encouraging the Iranians to engage constructively, the officials added. Field Marshal Munir is believed to maintain close ties to Iran’s Islamic Revolu...
by ShauryaT
25 Mar 2026 04:11
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy
Replies: 819
Views: 105796

Re: West Asia Crisis — Discussion, Developments, and Bharat’s Strategy

The 82nd airborne is reported to be in the air to the region and the Marine expeditionary unit is at the doors. One way or the other the stage for the jugular is set. Either there will be an acceptable deal by Friday or the jugular kill switch would be activated. Destroy all power, water, energy inf...
by ShauryaT
11 Mar 2026 04:38
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Iran News and Discussions
Replies: 3745
Views: 1028175

Re: Iran News and Discussions

Could the Artesh, the regular Army be the force being groomed to take over the regime, once the bombing steps - primarily targeted on the IRGC?
by ShauryaT
25 Feb 2026 21:30
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: BR Forum Feedback
Replies: 1326
Views: 784647

Re: BR Forum Feedback

Yes, the cloud fare issue is moving from an irritant to a show stopper for the forum. If Seetal bhai needs any help to resolve, pls reach out. Thanks.
by ShauryaT
11 Feb 2026 17:18
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Understanding the US - Again
Replies: 13111
Views: 3923635

Re: Understanding the US - Again

No. The act of being present in the United States in violation of the immigration laws is not, standing alone, a crime. While federal immigration law does criminalize some actions that may be related to undocumented presence in the United States, undocumented presence alone is not a violation of fe...
by ShauryaT
03 Feb 2026 20:48
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV
Replies: 13432
Views: 4841316

Re: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV

Here is my read on the details. On Oil, India will move towards non-Russian sources, especially taping into Venezuelan oil - which Trump wants to exploit. India has already started to diversify (but not stop). On Agriculture: Do not think there is an outright agreement but a promise to move towards ...
by ShauryaT
03 Feb 2026 00:23
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: West Asia News and Discussions
Replies: 2804
Views: 1007987

Re: West Asia News and Discussions

I will posit that China and Russia are preparing to support Iran and get the Americans riled down in the gulf. There is no easy answer to Iran. It is not Venezuela and is not even Iraq. It has a far better MIC and most importantly a governing structure, which can resist regime change. TACO may be a ...
by ShauryaT
02 Feb 2026 22:34
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV
Replies: 13432
Views: 4841316

Re: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV

it was an Honor to speak with Prime Minister Modi, of India, this morning. He is one of my greatest friends and, a Powerful and Respected Leader of his Country. We spoke about many things, including Trade, and ending the War with Russia and Ukraine. He agreed to stop buying Russian Oil, and to buy ...
by ShauryaT
01 Feb 2026 19:00
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Nov 27 2017
Replies: 9390
Views: 4532663

Re: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Nov 27 2017

11% of GDP? this cant be right...
11% of the Indian govt spend - and still about 1.5% of the forecasted GDP - if fully utilized.
by ShauryaT
10 Jan 2026 06:33
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India Nuclear News and Discussion 4 July 2011
Replies: 5132
Views: 1357796

Re: India Nuclear News and Discussion 4 July 2011

@AmberG: Thanks for the responses. If I have further clarifications, I will come back on them. Thanks.
by ShauryaT
07 Jan 2026 18:10
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India Nuclear News and Discussion 4 July 2011
Replies: 5132
Views: 1357796

Re: India Nuclear News and Discussion 4 July 2011

- The real unresolved issue is not stewardship, but narrative drift. The article treats patience as failure and staging as drift. India’s nuclear programme was designed on 50–70 year timescales because physics demanded it. Recasting that as a “crown jewel slipping away” is a retrospective impatienc...
by ShauryaT
06 Dec 2025 03:58
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV
Replies: 13432
Views: 4841316

Re: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV

Tensions in the MAGA core program: 1) Is MAGA "America First" (meaning White Christian Americans and no one else)? Or is it the guardian of White Christian "civilization" worldwide, including Europe and pockets of Africa/Australia/NZ/South America? How far will its base be OK wi...
by ShauryaT
29 Nov 2025 18:58
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Indian Navy News & Discussion - 12 April 2021
Replies: 2109
Views: 1493542

Re: Indian Navy News & Discussion - 12 April 2021

Appreciate the CDS mentioning India's future in the maritime domain but he started with the statement on India being both a maritime and continental power. Understand the legacy rhetoric that he has to stick to. I think India should drop its pretensions but not its eventual aspirations to being a co...
by ShauryaT
28 Nov 2025 00:49
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Nov 27 2017
Replies: 9390
Views: 4532663

Re: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Nov 27 2017

Some thoughts on the new labor code reforms. First a huge congratulations to finally bring these reforms and get it passed. The consolidations, common definitions, single registration, electronic use, single compliance, removing arbitrary inspector raj, decriminalizing of compliance violations are a...
by ShauryaT
06 Nov 2025 18:48
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Understanding the US - Again
Replies: 13111
Views: 3923635

Re: Understanding the US - Again

3 key quotes from Supreme Court hearing on Trump tariffs The majority of Supreme Court justices at a hearing on Wednesday appeared skeptical that President Trump can use a federal emergency powers law to impose his sweeping tariffs unilaterally. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has t...
by ShauryaT
06 Nov 2025 05:07
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Understanding the US - Again
Replies: 13111
Views: 3923635

Re: Understanding the US - Again

If there is a good reason to assume Zohran Scumdani is less adept at taqqiya than his counterparts in Hamtramck, I don't see it. The only thing I will add: While there would be deviations and meandering by the faithful, eventually the ideology in the book and its historical experiences will win. No...
by ShauryaT
04 Nov 2025 06:55
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV
Replies: 13432
Views: 4841316

Re: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV

The US realizes it can no longer contain China. Now, it wants to manage the rise of China as long as possible in alignment with its objectives, G2 / G7 mean nothing to the US. I think it is the other way around. US used to think it could manage the rise of China and has failed. Now, It is definitel...
by ShauryaT
03 Nov 2025 07:49
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India Nuclear News and Discussion 4 July 2011
Replies: 5132
Views: 1357796

Re: India Nuclear News and Discussion 4 July 2011

@Amber G: Let us post on this matter only if there is anything new on the matter else you are only flogging a dead horse. If and this is a big IF the worlds leading power after a 1000+ tests and with all the tech infrastructure feels the need to test again, due to scientific or political reasons the...
by ShauryaT
03 Nov 2025 07:25
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV
Replies: 13432
Views: 4841316

Re: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV

The common strategic interest of India and the US is to contain China. But this containment has different aspects. The US wants to contain the Chinese economy. I don’t think India has the means or ambition to do so. India wants to grow to be Viksit Bharat by 2047, and China’s situation is secondary...
by ShauryaT
25 Oct 2025 04:01
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV
Replies: 13432
Views: 4841316

Re: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV

The problem with Trump's actions compared to Nixon's although Nixon's actions were fundamentally transformative and from a US perspective much needed. In comparison, Trump actions look benign. The problem with Trump is - he has not articulated a replacement order, once you break the WTO. I have a th...
by ShauryaT
23 Oct 2025 22:44
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV
Replies: 13432
Views: 4841316

Re: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV

Via the Hindustan Times: "US President Donald Trump appears unwilling to back down from his claim that India will soon snap its oil trade ties with Russia. Reiterating the assertion on Thursday, he added a specific figure this time: “By the end of the year, they'll be down to almost nothing, a...