Armenian PM insists country has irrevocably broken with the Russia-led CSTO Russia leaders will believe it when they see it. Ani Avetisyan Dec 6, 2024
Uzbekistan: Purge underway inside power ministries Apparent infighting prompts president to make changes. Nov 27, 2024
Kazakhstan: Officials resorting to press gangs to curb draft evasion Widespread practice of hazing linked to draft difficulties. Almaz Kumenov Nov 19, 2024
Stances of both sides hardening as confrontation plays out in Abkhazia Dissatisfaction with Russian investment deal underpins standoff. Giorgi Lomsadze Nov 18, 2024
Major government shake-up in Armenia Resignations impact law enforcement, judiciary, signal a new reform push. Ani Avetisyan Nov 18, 2024
War for citizenship: Why Uzbeks fight for Russia The Uzbek government actively discouraging citizens from becoming mercenaries. Dmitri Belyayev Nov 14, 2024
Trump may toss a few foreign policy curveballs in the Caucasus Authoritarian-minded leaders may not enjoy the smooth sailing they were expecting. Nov 13, 2024
Four Central Asian entities added to US sanctions list Procuring machine tools in Europe and funneling them to Russia. Almaz Kumenov Nov 5, 2024
Russia perceived to have world’s “strongest military” – US News rankings Uzbekistan & Kazakhstan both in the Top 25. Oct 30, 2024
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
Alleged Iranian-Armenian arms deal stirs controversy in the Caucasus Tehran and Yerevan deny, while Baku cries “fake news.” Ani Avetisyan Jul 30, 2024
