Geopolitical tectonic plates are shifting in South Asia, turning old animosities into unexpected alliances. Russia has just signed a landmark military cooperation agreement with the Taliban government, less than a year after formally recognising the regime. This unprecedented defence pact marks a historical U-turn that fundamentally alters regional security dynamics. As the Taliban moves away from its traditional handlers in Islamabad, Pakistan finds its strategic depth shattered and its borders volatile.
For India, this realignment opens a unique window of strategic opportunity, squeezing Pakistan's geopolitical space while consolidating New Delhi's footprint in Central Asia.
