KAVKAZ 2020: Host-Nation Clout and Diplomatic Intrigue
There is a famous political expression that goes: “Never let a good crisis go to waste.” Nowhere is this maxim more on display than with Russia’s recent military moves.
Post-Pandemic Supply Chains: Production Alternatives to China
Three countries to watch in the likely event that the trade diversification trend accelerates following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vietnam’s ASEAN and UN Leadership: Difficult Days Ahead
As Hanoi ascends to its leading role in both ASEAN and the United Nations, it will face a litany of diplomatic and security challenges in the year ahead.
The US & Syria: Beyond the Red Line
President Obama’s ‘red line’ seriously restricted his administration’s room for maneuver in responding to the strategic imperatives on the ground in Syria.
Libyan Civil War Swings in Tripoli’s Favor
But the longstanding conflict is still far from over. In fact, it might be on the brink of a new escalation from Egypt.
With Israeli and Palestinian Hardliners Calling the Shots, Forget about Solutions
Until cooler and more rational minds prevail, the situation will only get worse in and around Israel.
Small States, Big Impact: CARICOM’s High-level Diplomatic Successes
The group’s latest diplomatic victories are highlighting a critical role for small states’ leadership in the international community.
What the Iran Nuclear Deal Means for Israel and the Middle East
Part two in a series exploring the far-ranging impacts of the Iran nuclear deal, this article responds to "A New Balance of Power in the Middle East" and examines what the deal means for Israel.
Coronavirus in Bulgaria: Conspiracy Theories and Mass Indifference
The Bulgarian public’s suspicion of elite power is on full display during the COVID-19 pandemic.