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Moscow has refrained from criticizing Iran's attack on Israel and instead urged Israeli leaders to show restraint, indicating a shift in its preferred partner from Israel to Iran and a departure from its longstanding diplomatic balance in the region.
Maldives has signed a military assistance agreement with China, signaling a significant shift in its foreign policy away from India. President Mohamed Muizzu, who campaigned on removing Indian troops from the country, has been working to strengthen ties with China since taking office. The move comes amid a geopolitical tussle between India and China for influence in the strategically important Indian Ocean region. The agreement with China follows a series of cooperation deals, including significant aid for infrastructure and housing projects, signed during Muizzu's state visit to Beijing in January.
The Maldives government's recent actions, including allowing a Chinese ship to dock at their port and setting a deadline for India to withdraw its troops, have raised concerns among opposition parties about a potential shift towards China and an "anti-India stance." The opposition parties emphasized the importance of working with all development partners, including India, and expressed worries about the long-term development and security of the country. This comes amid strained ties between the Maldives and India, signaling a significant geopolitical and military shift in the Indian Ocean Region.