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The wages of war, and the lessons of history

The US-Israel bombing of Iran for over a month now has killed, among others, over 170 girls and teachers in the Iranian city of Minab. Tehran released photos of the dead girls. Videos and photos of their grieving parents were shared in media and social media, but how many of us cared to look at them? (AFP)
Published on Mar 29, 2026 16:17 IST

What the State fails to get about dissent

The measure of a confident democracy lies precisely in its ability to engage dissent without immediately recasting it as threat. (Santosh Kumar/HT Photo)
Updated on Mar 29, 2026 16:17 IST

Why India can’t be a mediator in Iran war

Great powers mediate in conflicts within their spheres of influence because their leverage can compel compliance. (Reuters)
Published on Mar 29, 2026 16:17 IST