Strategic experts analyzed the US midterm results and their impact on foreign policy. Professor Brahma Chellaney said, "An opposition-controlled Congress cannot easily check presidential power over foreign policy." The panel discussed how Democrats got significant gains, potentially affecting the Iran war and India ties as Prime Minister Modi plans a visit.
A panel of strategic experts analyses the geopolitical and diplomatic fallout following the US midterm election results. Discussing the significant gains by Democrats, Strategic Affairs Expert Professor Brahma Chellaney notes that an opposition-controlled Congress cannot easily check presidential power over foreign policy, military action, or the ongoing Iran war. Chellaney observes that Donald Trump may attempt to reshape hostilities to redeem his legacy, while also warning of a systemic degradation in Washington's strategic view of New Delhi. Former diplomat Ambassador Ashok Sajjanhar weighs in on potential congressional funding hurdles for the Iran conflict, domestic inflation pressures, and the unlikelihood of extreme tactical strikes, while highlighting the administration's unpredictable posture. The discussion also touches upon key political shifts including Texas, along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to the US following talks in Canada.