Domestic and Regional Politics in Turkey’s Proposed Kurdish Peace Process
A successful Kurdish peace initiative will require substantial policy reforms and revitalizing the rule of law.
From Military Intervention and Economic Statecraft to Diplomacy: Russia’s Transforming Middle Eastern Policies since October 7
Russia’s focus turned towards developing the “global majority” concept rather than building “pointed” policies with specific Middle Eastern countries.
Yellow Alert on Iraq’s Environment
Iraq has chosen to fight climate change as a growing concern related to the welfare, and if not pursued consistently, the survival of the population.
As the Crisis Deepens in the Middle East, Peace is on the Horizon in the Caucasus
Normalisation of relations between Azerbaijan and Armenia could serve as an example to leaders in the strife-ridden Middle East.
A Pyrrhic Victory: Why Assad’s Position is More precarious Than Ever
Bashar al-Assad’s power is slowly being threatened as Moscow and Tehran are intertwined with dilemmas that have stretched their militaries thin.
Is the Middle East a perennial destination for Russia’s ‘anxious’ wealth?
Amidst asset freezes, travel bans, and economic isolation, the Middle East will remain a destination for Russia’s ‘anxious’ wealth.
Iran-Afghanistan Relations under Iran’s New President
Pezeshkian will face serious challenges balancing between mitigating immigration and securing Iran’s water resources of the Hirmand River.
The Charisma Dilemma: Al-Qaeda’s Struggles After Bin Laden’s Death
The leadership transition period was a vulnerable time for Al-Qaeda, bringing a less charismatic and much more publicly subdued leader to the helm.
Erdogan’s Reconciliation with Reality: Back to Rapprochement with Assad
The likelihood of a successful Ankara-Damascus reconciliation remains low without significant concessions from both sides.
How the EU’s Plan to Replace Russian Gas Exposes Challenges in Algeria’s Energy Sector
Harakat Hezbollah al-Najuba provides insight into Iran’s evolving policies towards its proxy partners.
