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Regional Conflict
Welcome to the dedicated study hub for Regional Conflict, a critical and consistently evolving domain within International Relations. For the UPSC Civil Services Examination, a nuanced understanding of regional conflicts is not
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Articles on Regional Conflict
Merchant ships stranded near Strait of Hormuz
Source: The Hindu(Page11) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
An aimless war is waged as spectacle. We have all devised new strategies of moral evasion
Source: Indian express(Page12) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
Not just oil and gas, the West Asia conflict is hitting core Indian industries
Source: Indian express(Page17) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
U.S. ‘allows’ India to buy Russian oil for 30 days
Source: The Hindu(Page1) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
India must ask U.S. why it is targeting our ships, says Iran
Source: The Hindu(Page4) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
US F-1 visas for Indian students drop 69% in June-July 2025: Data
Source: Indian express(Page15) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
The Escalating Crisis in West Asia 06 Mar 2026
Editorial analysis topic
Implications of West Asia Conflict
Context The recent missile strikes on Iran triggered a war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Global Implications of the West Asia Conflict Violation of International Law and Norms: International law permits the use of force only in cases of self-defence or when authorised by the UN Security Council, but neither condition appears to have been fulfilled. Such actions weaken global norms and may encourage other states to disregard established rules of international conduct.
The legality of U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran
Source: TH (Page 10) | Syllabus: GS2/IR
Was US legally right in sinking Iranian ship? What framework governing maritime conflict says
Source: IE (Page 9) | Syllabus: GS2/ IR
Nepal election: Voting concludes with preliminary turnout around 60%
Source: TH (Page 14) | Syllabus: GS2/IR
Our stakes are high in West Asia. Delhi must call for diplomacy, de-escalation
Source: IE (Page 10) | Syllabus: GS2/IR
What are ‘gravity bombs’ which the US is planning to shift to in Iran?
Source: IE (Page 9) | Syllabus: GS3/ Defence
India condoles Khamenei death as Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visits Embassy of Iran
Source: TH (Page 5) / IE (Page 5) | Syllabus: GS2/ IR
India – Canada Relations: Uranium Supply Deal and Strategic Reset
Context Recently, India and Canada signed a $1.9 billion, 10-year uranium supply agreement and committed to conclude a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in 2026. India–Canada Relations Establishment of Diplomatic Relations: India and Canada established diplomatic relations in 1947, soon after India’s independence. Both countries are members of the Commonwealth of Nations, which initially shaped their diplomatic engagement.
US & Israel’s Strikes On Iran: Strategic, Humanitarian and Global Implications
Published on: 05 March, 2026 Israeli pre-emptive strikes in Iran, with US support, have raised concerns about possible escalation into a wider West Asian conflict, impacting global energy security and geopolitics.
The Strait of Hormuz is simply too vital an artery to remain closed for too long’
Source: Indian Express | Syllabus: GS2(IR)/GS3(Economy)
U.S. sinks Iranian vessel near Sri Lanka
Source: The Hindu(Page1) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
‘India supports a peace process led, owned by Myanmar’
India supports a Myanmar-led peace process, aligning with its 'Act East' strategy and emphasizing regional stability over external intervention. This approach is crucial for UPSC International Relations.
Iran warship sunk off Sri Lanka coast by US was returning from India. Here’s why
Source: Indian Express | Syllabus: GS2(IR)