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Cornering The Aggressor: Vietnam Eyes Rafale Fighters To Counter China, Following India’s Lead And Indonesia’s Purchase

Vietnam, a key neighbour of China, is reportedly considering the acquisition of French Rafale fighter jets for its air force, amid escalating tensions in the South China Sea.French media outlet L’Express has claimed that Hanoi is evaluating these advanced aircraft as a response to Beijing’s growing military assertiveness. This move signals a potential shift for Vietnam, which has long relied on

February 7, 2026
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A Cycle of Repression And Rebellion, Rights At The Crossroads, Reframing Balochistan’s Struggle From Violence To Political Justice

The latest spate of coordinated attacks by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) across multiple districts underscores a persistent and damaging cycle of violence in Pakistan’s largest province. Pakistani authorities report that at least 30 civilians and 18 security personnel were killed in the January 31 incidents, with retaliation by the military resulting in the deaths of hundreds of Baloch

February 7, 2026
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India To Procure 30 Upgraded LLLR-I Radars And Two CVRs For AkashTeer Integration In Rapid-Deployment Push

The Indian Army is moving to strengthen its air surveillance capabilities by planning to acquire 30 advanced low-level lightweight radars (LLLR-I) along with two Classroom Variant Radars (CVRs).The initiative forms part of a broader effort to integrate these radars with the AkashTeer Command and Reporting (C&R) system, enhancing the Army’s ability to monitor airspace across varied terrain.The

February 7, 2026
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Hindustan Copper Eyes Strategic Role In India’s Critical Minerals Drive, Eyes Tripled Ore Output By 2030-31

Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has signalled its readiness to engage more actively in the critical minerals sector, leveraging its established capabilities in hard rock mining and mineral beneficiation. This strategic pivot aligns with India’s broader objectives of advancing technological capability, strengthening energy security, and supporting sustainable economic growth through greater

February 7, 2026
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Underground Rail Link Aims To Fortifying Siliguri Corridor Against Multi‑Front Threats

India is fortifying the Siliguri Corridor, popularly known as the Chicken’s Neck, with underground railway tracks to bolster the security and reliability of the vital land link to its north‑eastern states.The plan, described by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, involves laying underground lines from Tin Mile Haat to Rangapani, at a depth of about 20–24 metres, and converting the existing route

February 6, 2026
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No Treaty, No Panic: Deterrence and Stability After New START

The expiration of the New START Treaty on February 5, 2026 has fueled concerns that, absent formal limits, uncertainty surrounding U.S. and Russian nuclear forces could generate instability and elevate the risk of arms racing or the threat of nuclear conflict. Although arms control agreements have historically been promoted as acts of transparency and predictability, […]

No Treaty, No Panic: Deterrence and Stability After New START was originally published on Global Security Review.

February 6, 2026
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