In this episode of Unraveled, Marvi Sirmed speaks with renowned South Asia analyst Michael Kugelman to unpack the recent sharp turn in U.S. foreign policy towards India and Pakistan. From President Trump’s 50% tariffs on Indian imports, accusations of India “fueling the Russian war machine,” and exclusion from ceasefire credits — to the rare White House luncheon with Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir, the U.S. posture in South Asia appears to be shifting. Michael Kugelman offers an unfiltered analysis of: 1. The real reasons behind Trump’s hostility towards India 2. Whether the U.S.–Pakistan thaw is tactical or enduring 3. How India’s strategic autonomy and ties with Russia are impacting U.S. relations 4. Why Pakistan is successfully rebranding itself as a counterterrorism partner 5. The role of China, Iran, and the Indo-Pacific dynamics in this evolving triangle Mentioned Topics: 1. Trump-Modi friction over ceasefire credit 2. Pakistan’s positioning on critical minerals, crypto, and energy 3. U.S. interest in Pakistan’s mediation role with Iran 4. Allegations of transnational repression against India 5. The shifting strategic space of India and Pakistan in Washington’s imagination Subscribe for more conversations on geopolitics, democracy, and regional transformations. Tap the bell icon for updates. Share your thoughts in the pinned comment below!