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Geeta's World

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It’s a weekly podcast on international relations, where our host Anna Priyadarshini is joined by Geeta Mohan on the fascinating stories on world politics and international relations. A journalist covering international relations and diplomacy for the past 10 years, Geeta’s world primarily revolves

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 39 min
Latest: 27 Mar 2025
Language: English

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27 Mar 2025 · 23 min

Decoding “Signalgate”: US War Plans Leak | Geeta's World, Ep 121

Trump administration is under fire after a leaked Signal group chat revealed sensitive Yemen attack plans. The Atlantic’s Editor-in-Chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, was inadvertently included in a confidential discussion detailing U.S. military strategies, including F-18 launches and drone strikes. Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, have demanded a Justice Department probe, while Trump officials, including National Security Advisor Michael Walz and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, face intense scrutiny. Despite mounting pressure, the White House continues to downplay the security breach,…

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4 Mar 2025 · 52 min
What the big Trump-Zelensky Showdown Means For The World? | Geeta's World, Ep 120
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's Oval Office showdown with Donald Trump has triggered a political crisis. As U.S. support wavers, Zelensky turns to Europe for aid—but will it be enough? With approval ratings dropping and opposition voices growing louder, Ukraine’s leader faces his toughest challenge yet. On this episode of Geeta's World, we break down the big meeting and what it means for the world. In this episode of Geeta's World, our host, Shashank Mattoo, and the foreign affairs editor at India Today, TV Today Network, Geeta Mohan, discuss. Watch! Produced by Prateek Lidhoo Sound…
25 Feb 2025 · 39 min
Why are Trump and Putin Racing to End the Ukraine War? | Geeta's World, Ep 119
The Ukraine war has now entered its fourth year, with European leaders intensifying peace efforts amid growing uncertainty over U.S. support. With diplomatic talks gaining momentum, could this be the turning point for peace? Or will the conflict continue with no end in sight? Watch for the latest developments as global powers navigate the future of Ukraine. In this episode of Geeta's World, our host, Shashank Mattoo, and the foreign affairs editor at India Today, TV Today Network, Geeta Mohan, discuss! Produced by Prateek Lidhoo Sound Mix by Rohan Bharti
11 Feb 2025 · 31 min
Why Modi's Visits To France And America Matter | Geeta's World, Ep 118
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France and the United States this week will be diplomatically important. It marks his first official trip since Donald Trump’s return to office, highlighting the strategic importance of India-US relations. The agenda includes discussions on trade disputes, defence cooperation, and security in the Indo-Pacific, with a focus on a potential F-35 fighter jet deal. Talks will also cover India’s position on Russia, Iran sanctions, and AI collaboration amid concerns over China’s growing influence. With economic ties strengthening and geopolitical alignments…
4 Feb 2025 · 37 min
Should India Worry About Donald Trump's China Policy? | Geeta's World, Ep 117
Donald Trump built his image as tough on China—tariffs, tech bans, and military alliances to counter Beijing. But now, he's making moves that hint at a potential deal. From inviting Xi Jinping to his inauguration to softening trade threats, could Trump actually strike a geopolitical peace with China? And if he does, what would it mean for India? Tune in! Produced by Garvit Srivastava Sound Mix by Suraj Singh
22 Jan 2025 · 47 min
Why The Trump’s Return Is A Big Challenge For India | Geeta's World, Ep 116
On this episode of Geeta’s World, Foreign Affairs Editor Geeta Mohan takes a look at what President Donald Trump's tenure means for India-U.S. relations. Geeta and Shashank discuss Trump’s approach to the world and list the major challenges and opportunities for India vis-a-vis United States. Deportation of illegal Indian immigrants, a possible economic confrontation including trade and tariff changes, and Trump's threat to the globalized world order are the important challenges. Watch! Produced by Garvit Srivastava Sound Mix by Suraj Singh
2 Jan 2025 · 52 min
Geopolitics Wrapped 2024: When India’s neighbourhood said China first, global anti-incumbency, & more | Geeta's World, Ep 115
2024 wasn't just a year of elections but a year of reckoning. Dubbed the "super year," it witnessed a global wave of anti-incumbency. From the UK to South Africa, Japan to France, ruling parties, whether left or right, were humbled—or defeated outright. What does this global rejection of incumbents signify? Do these trends signal a demand for genuine systemic change or simply a cyclical rejection of the status quo? Back home, following the grand success of the G20 summit in 2023, this year, cracks emerged in its "Neighbourhood First" policy as relations with Myanmar, Nepal, Maldives,…
25 Dec 2024 · 47 min
Germany Christmas Attack: Accused Saudi Psychiatrist Not An Islamophobe, But Is Germany Becoming One? | Geeta's World, Ep 114
On December 20, tragedy struck Magdeburg's Christmas market when a black SUV ploughed through holiday shoppers. Four women and a nine-year-old boy died, while 200 others were injured, including seven Indians. The suspect, Taleb Al-Abdulmohsen, a 50-year-old Saudi psychiatrist, has been arrested. He had been granted asylum in Germany in 2016 and was critical of the “Islamism of Europe.” He is also a staunch supporter of the far-right and anti-immigrant Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. And Nancy Faeser, Germany’s interior minister, said after the attack that he was “obviously…
18 Dec 2024 · 37 min
President Yoon's impeachment & South Korea’s infallible democracy | Geeta's World, Ep 113
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been impeached by the National Assembly, making him the third president in the country to face suspension through such a vote. The impeachment was triggered by Yoon's decision to impose martial law. Although the martial law lasted only six hours, it plunged the nation into political chaos. But why did Yoon resort to such a drastic measure in the first place? The impeachment now moves to South Korea's Constitutional Court, which has 180 days to decide its outcome. However, formally removing Yoon from office will not be an easy task. Why is the path to…
11 Dec 2024 · 48 min
Syria Crisis : Will HTS leader al-Jolani be a reformist or Al-Qaeda lite? | Geeta's World, Ep 112
On December 8, rebel forces stormed Damascus and ousted President Bashar al-Assad, who had been ruling Syria since 2000. Reports suggest Assad has fled to Russia, where he has sought asylum. For over 53 years, the Assad family—first Hafez, then Bashar—has governed Syria. So how did the Assads, an Alawite Shia family, a minority in Syria, maintain control in a predominantly Sunni country? Now, the question is: who will govern Syria? One potential leader is HTS chief Abu Mohammed al-Jolani. He has pledged to protect minorities and women and says he has no intentions to impose strict Islamic…
4 Dec 2024 · 38 min
Pakistan Protests: Did Imran Khan's PTI shake the administration? Not so much! | Geeta's World, Ep 111
On November 25-26, Islamabad witnessed chaos as around 10,000 PTI supporters defied a government ban, leading to violent clashes. According to Reuters, nearly 1,000 protesters were arrested, five security personnel lost their lives, and 22 police vehicles were set ablaze. The protesters demanded the release of Imran Khan and other “political prisoners” and sought to repeal a constitutional amendment that boosts the government's power over judicial appointments in political cases. Despite Khan urging supporters to “fight to the end,” PTI called off the protests after three days, citing…
20 Nov 2024 · 37 min
Hindus in Bangladesh: Are attacks on minorities political, or communal, or both? | Geeta's World, Ep 110
Tens of thousands of Hindus recently protested in Chattogram and across Bangladesh, demanding protection from escalating violence against them. A counter-narrative suggests these attacks are more political than communal. The Diplomat reported that of over 1,000 minority-owned properties attacked post-Hasina’s ouster, over 500 belonged to Awami League members. So, is this violence targeting Hindus or political rivals? What are the ground realities for religious minorities in Bangladesh? Also, Awami League leader Anwaruzzaman Chowdhury has filed a complaint at the ICC against Muhammad Yunus…
13 Nov 2024 · 33 min
Trump exposes Democrats' failings, reorders US & the World | Geeta's World, Ep 109
Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th U.S. president, becoming the first convicted criminal to win the White House. At 78, he is also the oldest person ever elected to office. With his election, a new world order is to set in. Was this victory more a choice for Trump or a rejection of Kamala Harris and the Democrats? What factors led to her loss? In his speech, Trump vowed, “I will stop wars,” citing his prior term without new conflicts. What will his approach look like regarding the Russia-Ukraine war. Can he achieve what the Biden administration couldn’t? In this episode of Geeta's…
30 Oct 2024 · 42 min
India-China deal: New Delhi cautiously optimistic; trust deficit keeps buffer zones intact | Geeta's World, Ep 108
Last week, after over four years of tensions on the border, India and China reached a significant agreement to resume military patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), in key areas, including Depsang and Demchok, in eastern Ladakh. Why now, though? What might be driving China’s sudden openness to negotiate a truce? And does this development suggest that we are truly on the cusp of a détente or perhaps even a rapprochement, with China? In this episode of Geeta's World, our host, Anna Priyadarshini, and the foreign affairs editor at India Today, TV Today Network, Geeta Mohan,…
22 Oct 2024 · 41 min
India-Canada spat: Trudeau's political game or India's 'shoddy' spycraft? | Geeta's World, Ep 107
India-Canada relations have hit rock bottom, with both countries expelling diplomats. It all began in September 2023, when Canadian PM Justin Trudeau told his country’s parliament that intelligence agencies were actively pursuing “credible allegations” tying agents of the Indian government to the Sikh separatist’s death. India rejected them as “absurd and motivated”. A year later, Trudeau has yet to present concrete evidence despite intelligence reports, both Signal Intelligence and Human Intelligence, suggesting Indian links. So, why hasn’t he made this intel public yet? Given Khalistan…
1 Oct 2024 · 29 min
Israel war on Gaza, Lebanon: Is a crippled Iran next on Tel Aviv’s radar? | Geeta's World, Ep 106
Israeli forces have launched a ground offensive into southern Lebanon, escalating their conflict with Hezbollah and Iranian-backed groups. This follows intense airstrikes, including attacks on Hezbollah’s communication systems and the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an airstrike on Beirut. So, why is Israel attacking Lebanon? What does this ground invasion mean for the country and the region? What is Israel’s ultimate goal? Iran, with its network of militias like Hezbollah, the Houthis, and groups in Syria and Iraq, could escalate attacks on Israel and US bases. But, Iran…
25 Sep 2024 · 43 min
Sri Lanka Elections: Has India lost a neighbour, or can Dissanayake 'balance' Beijing & New Delhi?
Anura Kumara Dissanayake, or AKD as he's popularly known, has just been sworn in as Sri Lanka’s new president. He represents the Marxist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) and its broader front, the National People’s Power (NPP). Dissanayake defeated incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe and opposition leader Sajith Premadasa. Dissanayake secured 42.31% of the vote, Premadasa trailed 34%, and Wickremesinghe placed a distant third with just 17%. Namal Rajapaksa, son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, garnered less than 3% of the vote. This election marked the first time since the creation…
17 Sep 2024 · 46 min
Canada Protests: Indian students are angry, but should they feel cheated? | Geeta's World, Ep 104
Canada’s decision to end the 18-month extension of postgraduate work permits (PGWPs) has left thousands of international students, many from India, facing uncertainty. Reports suggest that 130,000 are at risk of deportation by 2025. What’s Trudeau’s rationale? Why take a step that will anger many Indian-origin Canadians, particularly the Sikh community, who have strongly supported him? As inflation and housing pressures push liberal voters toward the Conservatives, is this shift a sign that liberal ideology is waning in Canada? In this episode of Geeta's World, our host, Anna Priyadarshini,…
3 Sep 2024 · 42 min
BNP A Ticking Time Bomb: Will India Need To Extradite Sheikh Hasina? | Geeta's World, Ep 103
Since Sheikh Hasina’s ouster and her taking refuge in India, anti-India sentiment has been peaking in Bangladesh. Recently BNP leader Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir demanded Hasina’s extradition, warning that her continued presence in India could severely damage Indo-Bangla relations. With Mohammed Yunus as interim leader and a BNP government likely on the horizon, the call for Hasina’s return is intensifying. So, will India bow to this demand or hold its ground? And can Bangladesh, under BNP leadership, if elected to power, afford a strained relationship with its neighbour? Will historical…
27 Aug 2024 · 41 min
Don't Look, Be Seen, Or Heard, Or Smile: Taliban's New Diktat For Women | Geeta's World, Ep 102
The Taliban's new 35-article morality law restricts women from speaking, singing, or even making eye contact in public, requiring them to cover their bodies completely. This is part of a broader push to enforce their strict interpretation of Islamic principles. Western countries have linked sanctions relief to restoring women's rights, but the Taliban have only increased restrictions, dismissing this as an internal matter. Despite sanctions, reports suggest the Taliban are already getting foreign aid. If sanctions aren't working, what should the international community do to pressure the…
20 Aug 2024 · 38 min
DNC 2024: Harris to follow Trumpian narrative on economy; can she take a different stance on Gaza? | Geeta's World, Ep 101
In the lead-up to the US election, the Democrats are hosting their National Convention—a high-energy event often seen as a show of strength, where supporters rally behind their nominee and make its formal announcement. The convention kicked off yesterday in Chicago and is expected to be a significant moment in Kamala Harris’ campaign. But amidst the political fervour, Kamala Harris faces pressure from uncommitted delegates demanding a more progressive stance on Israel, including a Gaza ceasefire. Will this anti-war movement overshadow Harris’s cause? Given that both Democrats and Republicans…
13 Aug 2024 · 38 min
Bangladesh: Did BNP play liberal to orchestrate Hasina's ouster? | Geeta's World, Ep 100
Bangladesh is facing unrest, with ensuring peace being the foremost challenge. While it was expected that violence would cease after Sheikh Hasina's resignation, the situation has worsened, particularly with escalating atrocities against Bangladeshi Hindus. Why is the caretaker government under Mohammed Yunus letting people run amok and not ensuring communal harmony? Before her exit, Sheikh Hasina claimed that "conspiracies" were being plotted to topple her government. She alleged that the US intended to acquire St Martin's Island to build a military base in exchange for the BNP's electoral…
6 Aug 2024 · 37 min
Sheikh Hasina’s ouster will unleash radicalism, but Bangladesh unlikely to fall to fundamentalists | Geeta's World, Ep 99
After weeks of massive turmoil in Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina has stepped down as its prime minister today following a 45-minute ultimatum from the army. With that, her 15-year-long rule has come to an end. She fled to India amid student protests against the Awami League’s quota system for freedom fighters. It is not known what her final destination is. Dramatic visuals of protestors bringing down statues of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the country’s first President and Sheikh Hasina’s father, have flooded social media, bringing forth different perspectives about the country’s history. What happens…
30 Jul 2024 · 39 min
After Moscow, will Modi visit Kyiv? What are India's deliverables as peacemaker? | Geeta's World, Ep 98
Days after visiting Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, PM Modi is expected to visit Kyiv around Ukrainian National Day on August 24. This would be his first visit to Ukraine since the Russia-Ukraine war began in 2022 and the first-ever by an Indian PM since Ukraine's independence following the breakup of the Soviet Union. Considering Modi’s Russia visit irked Ukraine and the West, is this visit just to placate the West and strike an equilibrium? Observers say finding a middle ground could serve the global good, but what more can India offer now, two years into the war, after failed…
23 Jul 2024 · 31 min
Kamala Harris Prone To Mistakes, But No Walkover | Geeta's World, Ep 97
With Joe Biden stepping down as US president and endorsing Kamala Harris as the presidential candidate, the race to the White House is becoming more intense and dramatic by the day. Though there was talk of holding an open convention to select a new nominee, it seems unlikely now that Harris has secured enough Democratic delegates to become the party’s nominee. But how will Kamala Harris differ from Biden? And does Kamala Harris have a chance to beat Donald Trump? In this episode of Geeta's World, our host, Anna Priyadarshini, and the foreign affairs editor at India Today, TV Today Network,…
16 Jul 2024 · 37 min
Bullet points: Will Trump's near-escape shoot Biden out of US Prez race? | Geeta's World, Ep 96
On July 13, former U.S. President and Republican frontrunner Donald Trump experienced a near-death incident when he was shot in the ear during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. The FBI identified the shooter as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, labelling it a potential act of domestic terrorism. How did such a security lapse occur under the US Secret Service's watch? An eyewitness claimed he reported a suspicious man with a rifle on the roof, but authorities ignored him. What does this reveal about the security measures in place? With the US elections just…
25 Jun 2024 · 33 min
Dagestan Attack: Is Putin’s Hubris Making Moscow Ignore Forewarnings Of Islamist Militancy? | Geeta's World, Ep 95
On June 23, gunmen attacked two churches, a synagogue, and a police post in Russia’s Dagestan region, killing at least 19 police officers, National Guard members, civilians, and an Orthodox priest and injuring 12 others. The attacks occurred in Derbent and Makhachkala. No group has claimed responsibility, but considering past attacks by Islamic militants in the region, can these attacks be linked to groups like the Islamic State? And despite evidence of homegrown terrorism in Russia, President Putin insists that Russia cannot be a target of Islamic fundamentalist attacks. Instead, it pins…
18 Jun 2024 · 42 min
Ukraine Peace Summit: Genuine Bid For Resolution Or Just Isolating Russia? | Geeta's World, Ep 94
Switzerland hosted a two-day high-level Peace Summit for Ukraine last weekend, but Russia did not participate, dismissing it as a “waste of time.” So, can this peace summit meaningfully contribute to ending the war and ensuring regional peace without involving both parties in dialogue, given their differing views on 'peace'? Interestingly, many countries that once proposed peace plans—such as Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Indonesia, Brazil (which remained an observer), and China (which declined to participate)—dissociated from the summit's outcome document. Why did these countries, once…
11 Jun 2024 · 45 min
Modi 3.0: Will NDA Coalition Reset India’s Foreign Policy Priorities, Global Media’s Perception Of Modi | Geeta's World, Ep 93
Narendra Modi has secured a third term as India’s Prime Minister. The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance won 293 seats, although, unlike the 2019 elections, the BJP itself did not achieve a majority. As Modi 3.0 begins, PM Modi has promised a “new chapter of big decisions” for India. But, considering the BJP is not a party with a brute majority anymore and relies on an NDA coalition instead, the scope of these decisions might be limited. Will major foreign policy decisions be hindered? And will Modi 3.0 tweak India’s foreign policy at a time when foreign media is reporting about the state…
5 Jun 2024 · 36 min
Claudia Sheinbaum Inherits Illegal Migration Problem & Right-Wing Rhetoric From US | Geeta's World, Ep 92
Mexico has elected Claudia Sheinbaum, a climate scientist and former mayor of Mexico City, as its new president, marking a significant step for gender parity. Concerns exist that Sheinbaum is a handpicked successor of her predecessor, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, better known as AMLO, and may be captive to his agenda. Critics argue she lacks charisma, and despite not being on the ballot, AMLO's influence loomed large during the election. So, have Mexicans placed more faith in the party than in Claudia? Is the mandate more for the left party? Will Sheinbaum's governance differ? Although…

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