Azerbaijan’s Aliyev places Zangezur corridor back on peace process agenda Russia shouldn’t get its hopes up about a revival of its peacekeeping role. Jan 17, 2025
Armenia formalizes closer ties with the West It is now the law of the land to seek EU integration. Ani Avetisyan Jan 14, 2025
Japan joins US and EU in sanctioning Kazakh entity Tokyo striving to raise its profile in Central Asia. Almaz Kumenov Jan 13, 2025
Central Asian leaders look to expand mutual trade Settling borders opens way for “the well-being of nations.” Jan 10, 2025
The Chechen factor complicates efforts to ease Azerbaijani-Russian tension Putin must tread carefully in Chechnya. Jan 10, 2025
Kazakhstan caught in the middle of simmering Azerbaijani-Russian tension over jetliner crash Astana trying to remain above the fray, staying strictly neutral. Jan 2, 2025
News analysis: Aliyev keeping pressure on Putin over airliner crash Will egos and pride get in the way of pragmatic decision-making? Dec 30, 2024
Putin apologizes to Aliyev without acknowledging Russian role in Azerbaijani jet crash Aliyev seems unwilling to let the Kremlin off the hook. Dec 28, 2024
Azerbaijani officials say they expect Russia to take responsibility for shooting down passenger jet Evidence points to unintended shoot-down by Russian air defenses. Dec 27, 2024
Abkhazia sees the Kremlin’s dark side Russian retaliation causes cutoff of electricity, mayhem ensues. Brawley Benson Dec 19, 2024
Azerbaijan wants EU monitoring mission to leave Armenia contends EU presence along border is essential for ongoing stability. Ani Avetisyan Dec 18, 2024
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
