Georgia: Can parliamentary vote alter relations with separatist territories? Russia says it is ready to play facilitating role. Brawley Benson Oct 10, 2024
The Aliyev paradox: clamping down to promote a sophisticated image Azerbaijan enlists Russia’s help in muzzling dissenting views. Oct 9, 2024
Who’s faking who? Armenia asserts Russia was behind coup attempt; Moscow cries “fake” news Armenian officials aren’t releasing details, citing continuing investigation. Ani Avetisyan Oct 1, 2024
Perspectives: ISKP intensifying online propaganda targeting Russia and Central Asia Terrorist group widening inroads among Caucasus extremists. Lucas Webber, Louise Meloy Sep 20, 2024
Order restored to Iranian-Russian relations after geopolitical row The Kremlin bows to Tehran’s wishes. Eldar Mamedov Sep 19, 2024
Georgian political boss insults large portion of electorate with apology offer Ivanishvili finding new ways to divide Georgians. Brawley Benson Sep 18, 2024
Armenia sending signals that it wants to back out of a nuclear-energy deal with Russia Yerevan pursuing US option for building new plant. Brawley Benson Sep 5, 2024
Armenia to Russia: Thanks, but no thanks on mediation offer Pashinyan intent on sealing peace deal directly with Azerbaijan. Ani Avetisyan Sep 3, 2024
Russia announces it is “clarifying” its nuclear doctrine Is nuclear saber-rattling a bargaining tactic, or indicator of new arms race? Ekaterina Venkina Aug 29, 2024
Kazakhstan to Lukashenko: mind your own business Astana rejects Belarussian leader’s criticism over Russia-Ukraine war stance. Almaz Kumenov Aug 23, 2024
Putin eager to play peacemaker in the Caucasus Russian leader doesn’t like sitting on sidelines. Aug 20, 2024
Georgia, Kyrgyzstan face scrutiny over possible sanctions-busting No fire, but lots of smoke. Brawley Benson Aug 16, 2024
Armenia and Azerbaijan take new step towards finalizing peace deal Russia stands to lose some leverage in the South Caucasus. Aug 13, 2024
Russian border guards gone from Yerevan airport Meanwhile, Moscow disappears Armenian fruits and veggies from Russian store shelves. Ani Avetisyan Aug 8, 2024
Azerbaijan: State-controlled media predicts both Armenia and EU will get burned by warming bilateral ties An element of bitterness fuels media criticisms. Aug 7, 2024
