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In a world increasingly shaped by power struggles, shifting alliances, and global uncertainty, one question keeps coming up in international circles: Can Russia, India, and China, the RIC trio, come together to challenge the West? Attribution: kremlin.ru . This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. For years, the RIC grouping was just an occasional diplomatic discussion, never quite living up to its potential. But recently, the idea has returned to the spotlight. With Moscow pushing hard for its revival and a changing global order, is RIC finally ready to step up as a serious counterweight to Western dominance? Let’s break it down—simply, clearly, and honestly. --- What is RIC, Really? RIC stands for Russia, India, and China—three major countries with enormous populations, powerful militaries, and global ambitions. Together, they represent around 40% of the world’s people and a significant chunk of the global economy. Prime Minister ...

In recent years, Iran has taken hit after hit on the world stage—from direct military confrontations with Israel to blows against its regional allies. Yet, despite being Iran’s most powerful friend, Russia has remained surprisingly quiet. Why isn’t Moscow stepping in to help Tehran? To understand that, we need to look deeper into Russia’s strategy, its own challenges, & the complex web of relationships it’s trying to balance. Ayatollah Khamenei meets Vladimir Putin" by english.khamenei.ir, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY 4.0 Russia and Iran: An Unlikely Friendship? Iran & Russia have grown closer in the last decade. Their shared opposition to the West, particularly the US, has made them natural partners. When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 and faced severe Western sanctions, Iran became a useful ally. Tehran had provided Russia with military drones at a critical moment when Moscow’s own arsenal was under pressure. On the global stage, the 2 countries also share...

 When people talk about power in the modern world, they often mention military strength, political alliances, or cutting-edge technology. But there’s one form of power that operates quietly, and arguably even more effectively: money. More specifically, the currency that dominates global trade, investment, and banking. For decades, that currency has been the U.S. dollar. But there’s a slow shift happening in the background — one that, over time, could reshape the balance of global power. And at the heart of this shift is America’s growing mountain of debt and China’s patient, strategic tilt toward gold. Let’s break this down. Donald Trump at CPAC 2014 (1)" by Gage Skidmore from Peoria, AZ, United States of America, is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. This image is available on Wikimedia Commons. The U.S. Dollar: King of the Global Economy The U.S. dollar has been the centerpiece of the global financial system since the end of World War II. Countries around the world trade in dollars, s...

In a world increasingly shaped by a handful of powerful individuals, the recent clash between former U.S. President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk reads like a modern-day political thriller. Just weeks ago, they were publicly praising each other—Trump calling Musk “an incredible patriot,” and Musk expressing affection for Trump “as much as a straight man can love another man.” But now, it seems, the bromance has come to a spectacular end. This high-profile fallout has sparked a flurry of headlines and speculation. Is this just political theatre, or are there real consequences for America’s space program, tech industry, and political landscape? Let’s unpack what’s going on and why it matters. A Friendship That Turned Sour At the center of this political drama is Elon Musk’s recent resignation as a “special government employee” in Trump’s administration. Musk had been working with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), aiming to streamline federal operations. At a j...

In a major move that could impact the global economy, the United States and China are set to restart economic talks in London next Monday. This announcement, made by President Donald Trump, marks the second round of negotiations between the world’s two biggest economies this year. The talks are aimed at easing tensions over trade tariffs and rare earth mineral supply chains, which have been sources of friction for months. With both countries feeling the pressure of an unstable global economy, the outcome of this meeting could have wide-reaching consequences. Why These Talks Matter Right Now Let’s be honest. 2025 has not been an easy year for the global economy. Slowing growth, persistent supply chain issues, and rising geopolitical tensions have all created a tough environment. Countries around the world are struggling to keep inflation under control while avoiding recession. In this fragile moment, a breakthrough between the U.S. and China could restore some confidence in the global m...

In recent years, a major question has surfaced in global politics: Can BRICS truly challenge the dominance of the West? What began as a simple investment acronym, representing Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has evolved into a broader geopolitical alliance. With new members like Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the UAE joining recently, BRICS is now larger, more assertive, and more ambitious than ever before. But ambition alone doesn’t translate into global power. While the idea of BRICS counterbalancing the West isn’t new, recent developments suggest it’s no longer just theoretical, it’s becoming a geopolitical pivot. As the bloc expands and sharpens its agenda, the global power landscape may be entering a slow but significant transformation. Still, the question remains: Can BRICS move beyond economic statistics and population size to become a coherent political force? That would require strategic unity, institutional depth, and a shared long-term vision, all of which remain...