Is Yemen on the brink of a new war? The world has been focused on the Red Sea attacks and U.S. airstrikes, but beneath the headlines, a massive ground offensive is quietly taking shape — one that could redefine the Yemeni civil war. The internationally recognised Yemeni government is reportedly assembling 80,000 troops in a bid to retake Hodeidah Port from the Iran-backed Houthis.

But this isn’t just a local military move — there are signs that the U.S., along with private American security contractors and the UAE, might be helping plan the operation. What would this mean for the Houthis, for Iran’s influence in the region, and for millions of Yemenis already facing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises? Could this be the final push in Yemen’s long-running conflict — or the start of something much worse?

In this episode, Ananya Dutta breaks down the strategy, the stakes, and the global shadow war behind the 'next war' in Yemen."Watch the full episode on YouTube-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TyZRRZVT-E

It’s been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic changed everything—from the way we work to the way we think about global health. But what if another pandemic strikes tomorrow? Will the world be any more prepared?

The World Health Organisation thinks it can be, thanks to a new agreement being finalised right now: the Pandemic Treaty. In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta dives into the heart of the WHO's most ambitious post-COVID effort.

What is this treaty? How will it change the way we respond to global health threats? Why are developing nations fighting for vaccine equity and tech transfer—and why is the U.S., the world's richest and most powerful country, sitting this one out?

With new outbreaks like Lassa Fever, Marburg virus, and others already popping up in 2025, this story isn’t just about preparedness. It’s about power, politics, and the price of inaction.

Watch the full episode on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrLc5mxhrF8

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Ecuador just made "history" — but not without chaos. Daniel Noboa, the 37-year-old president, has been re-elected in a messy, high-stakes election that’s causing shockwaves across Latin America.

In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta breaks down: How did Noboa manage two election wins in two years?

Why is he betting big on his ties with Donald Trump?

And is Latin America quietly adopting a new “Trump Model” for political survival?

We dig into Ecuador’s spiraling drug war, Noboa’s controversial call for U.S. military help, and why Latin American leaders are hedging their bets on personal relationships over traditional alliances.As Noboa tightens security, rewrites foreign policy, and cozies up to Trump, the big question is: Can personal diplomacy survive America’s "no friends, no foes" era?Watch Ananya Dutta's report for Grey Zone to understand how this could reshape Latin America's future — and what it tells us about global politics today.

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In this episode of Point Blank, Hindustan Times' Executive Editor decodes how India has reacted to Bangladesh interim government chief Muhammad Yunus’ controversial remarks leveraging the isolation of India’s landlocked northeastern states while seeking Chinese investments.

Notably, India has ended a nearly five-year-old arrangement for the transhipment of Bangladeshi export cargo to third countries via Indian airports and ports against the backdrop of increasingly strained relations between the two countries. The External Affairs Ministry on April 9 cited congestion at Indian airports and ports as the reason for the move. “This was a facility that was extended to Bangladesh in 2020.

The trans-shipment facility extended to Bangladesh had, over a period of time, resulted in significant congestion at our airports and ports,” external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told a weekly media briefing.

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Tahawwur Rana, a co-conspirator in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, is now in NIA custody in India for questioning about his involvement in the attacks.

The 2008 terror attacks in Mumbai led to the deaths of 166 people, including six Americans. Rana was flown to India in a special plane after the U.S. Supreme Court cleared Tahawwur Rana's extradition to India on Apr 9.

Rana's legal challenge failed after the court rejected his emergency petition on April 7.

U.S. Court’s decision marked a milestone in India’s quest for justice in the 26/11 attacks. Notably, only one 26/11 attacker, Ajmal Kasab, has been prosecuted so far in the case. Tahawwur Rana will be the first major co-conspirator to face trial in India.

In this episode of Point Blank, Hindustan Times' Executive Editor will decode what the development means for India and how Rana could now expose Pakistan's direct involvement in the gruesome terror attack.

Watch the full episode on YouTube-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLYGM_Ol640

The Democratic Republic of Congo is bracing for a political storm. Former President Joseph Kabila, once ousted amid mass protests, has announced a surprise return after an exile. But he’s not walking into the same DRC he left. Armed rebellions, particularly by the M23 group, have reshaped eastern Congo, cutting off vital cities like Goma from government control.As Kinshasa accuses Rwanda of backing rebels and even suspects Kabila of fueling an insurrection, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Could Kabila be the missing piece needed to broker peace between Kinshasa and M23? Or will his return light a fuse in an already explosive situation?With peace talks failing, a divided army, and regional powers watching closely, we break down how old rivalries, mineral politics, and unfinished wars are dragging Congo to a dangerous crossroads. Is the DRC headed toward peace — or another bloody chapter?

Ananya Dutta decodes in this episode of Grey Zone. Watch the full episode on YouTube-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YD7Q6sLxoVM

A seismic shift hit global trade: the U.S. slapped a 104% tariff on Chinese goods. Donald Trump calls it a "tit-for-tat," but has the China-U.S. trade war officially begun?

In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta breaks down what Trump's tariffs mean for you — from your smartphones and sneakers to your pocketbooks.We dive deep into how China is responding, how it's weaponizing its currency, stabilizing its markets, and rewriting trade deals across Asia. Meanwhile, even inside Trump's White House, cracks are beginning to show. Is the U.S. ready to replace $438 billion worth of imports?And here’s the big question: Will You end up paying the price for Trump’s trade war?

The ripple effects are already visible with global market slumps.

This episode peels back the layers to reveal how a "bluff" could upend the world economy.

Watch the full episode on YouTube-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRHCbbf-kNY

Nuclear talks are back on the table — but will they even work? As the United States and Iran gear up for negotiations this Saturday, tensions are already sky-high. Former President Donald Trump is back in the mix, pushing for a new deal — but on his own terms.

Iran, on the other hand, is pushing back, demanding a mediator and refusing to trust Washington at face value. Trump has already issued threats, even before the talks have begun. Could this mean sanctions? Tariffs? Or are we staring down the barrel of a war? While there is talk of a deal, both nations are quietly preparing for military confrontation. Is diplomacy even possible anymore? Or are we watching the slow, inevitable march toward another Middle Eastern conflict?

In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta breaks down what’s at stake.

Watch the full episode on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogjuMhddcAw