by Rustam Taghizade As geopolitical tensions escalate over the war in Ukraine, a surprising name has emerged in the heart of US-Russia diplomacy: Steve Witkoff. Known more for his real estate ventures than foreign policy expertise, Witkoff is now headed to Moscow as a special envoy of former President Donald Trump. The goal? A last-ditch […]
by Turan Rzayev Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has commented on Azerbaijan and Armenia’s cooperation with NATO. She stated that both countries must take into account the potential impact such deepening ties with the alliance could have on the regional situation. “We hope that Azerbaijan and Armenia will understand the risks of a potential […]
by Turan Rzayev Starting from July 21, Iran and Russia are set to conduct a joint maritime search and rescue drill (CASAREX 2025) in the Caspian Sea under the slogan “Together for a Safe and Secure Caspian Sea.” The exercise will involve the Iranian Army and IRGC Naval Forces, the Iranian Police Command, the Russian […]
by Giovanni Giacalone US President Donald Trump’s obsession with winning the Nobel Peace Prize has become a paradox, as his efforts to achieve it are creating more turmoil, thereby putting at risk the path to peace in both Ukraine and the Middle East. Trump appears so desperate for the Nobel Prize that he attempts to […]
By Rustam Taghizade The recent tensions between Russia and Azerbaijan are not only a diplomatic crisis between the two countries, but also an important turning point that could lead to a shift in the broader geopolitical balance in the region. The violence and casualties recorded during the special operation against Azerbaijanis in Yekaterinburg are perceived […]
by Rustam Taghizade It is evident that the government led by Nikol Pashinyan, which has been in power in Armenia for several months, adopts a favourable stance towards the opposition. However, a divergent political landscape was previously observed. Lavrov’s visit to Armenia is also indicative of a political message from Russia. Sergey Lavrov’s recent […]
by Rustam Taghizade The initial outcome of the nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States on Saturday cannot be considered a complete success. It is hypothesised that in this particular instance, Iran is seeking to prolong the negotiation phase. The present article will analyse questions of the following nature: firstly, what is the […]
by Rustam Taghizade The primary political and strategic objectives of the Russian Federation in the Middle East can be categorized into three overarching domains: Geopolitical Influence & Counterbalancing the West. The Russian Federation seeks to challenge the prevailing Western hegemony and maintain a multipolar world order by strengthening ties with Middle Eastern states. The […]
by Damir Zaidullayev Astana, March 20, 2025 — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with U.S. Congresswoman Carol Miller to discuss key aspects of the bilateral relationship between Kazakhstan and the United States. Against the backdrop of shifting geopolitical dynamics and cuts in U.S. foreign aid, the meeting underscored the evolving nature of Kazakhstan-U.S. cooperation and raised […]
by Damir Zaidullayev Samarkand, Uzbekistan — The first-ever EU-Central Asia Summit, set for April 3-4, 2025, marks a significant diplomatic milestone for the region. As European leaders prepare to engage with their Central Asian counterparts in Samarkand, the summit will focus on transport connectivity, digital transformation, and energy transition. But beyond policy discussions, the event […]