America has not been able to shape global outcomes: Professor Noor Ahmed Baba

In this episode of The Kashmir Notebook, Gowhar Geelani is in conversation with Professor Noor Ahmed Baba, a noted political scientist and IR expert, to explore the historical, cultural, and political connections between Kashmir and Iran.

Why is Kashmir often referred to as “Iran-e-Saghir” (Little Iran)? What explains the strong emotional response in Kashmir to the ongoing conflict in West Asia? Professor Baba traces these connections back nearly 5,000 years—through ancient migrations, Central Asian linkages, the influence of the Sassanid Empire, and the gradual spread of Islam shaped by Persian cultural traditions.

The conversation also moves to the present geopolitical moment. As tensions escalate in West Asia, Professor Baba analyses the implications of the Iran conflict for global power structures, the Strait of Hormuz and energy security, and the shifting balance from a unipolar to a multipolar world. He reflects on the roles of the United States, Israel, China, and Russia, and discusses what these changes could mean for South Asia, particularly India and Pakistan.

Chapters:
00:00 | Introduction
00:52 | 5000-year history between Kashmir and Iran
04:17 | Arrival of Islam in Kashmir
07:02 | Sufi influence & Persian cultural penetration
13:58 | Kashmir’s emotional connection with Iran today
18:41 | Iran war's impact
21:04 | Is the US repeating mistakes
24:18 | What happens if Iran survives this war?
26:31 | Is the US hegemony declining?
28:46 | China vs US: Future power shift
30:15 | India and Pakistan's place in this geopolitical shift
31:23 | Strait of Hormuz & Global oil crisis
34:13 | What is Israel's endgame?
38:41 | Iran’s resilience & global consequence
41:46 | Key takeaways

Perfect for:
- Students preparing for UPSC and competitive exams (International Relations & History)
- Researchers studying Kashmir, West Asia, and geopolitical transitions
- Journalists, policy analysts, and current affairs enthusiasts

Credits:
Host: Gowhar Geelani
Camera: Adil Abbas and Idrees Abbas
Editing: Razal Pareed
Producers: Kavya Pradeep M and Mridula Vijayarangakumar

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