Europe There are no good alternatives to Russian influence in the Caucasus Western analysts portray Moscow as a negative regional force, but the US and EU should be careful what they wish for.Artin DersimonianAnatol LievenFebruary 02, 2023
Europe How great power conflict is affecting the looming Caucasus crisis Can the US and Europe exert more pressure on Azerbaijan over the Nagorno-Karabakh blockade without restarting a war?Artin DersimonianJanuary 11, 2023
Europe Azerbaijan exploiting Ukraine distraction to press advantage in Armenian conflict But that doesn’t mean the United States should try to replace any Russian role there.Artin DersimonianDecember 16, 2022
Europe The US should stay away from Azerbaijan-Iran tensions Encouraging Baku at this moment could very well complicate Washington’s efforts to calm tensions across the Caucasus.Eldar MamedovNovember 16, 2022
Europe Caucasus conflict highlights US hawks' reckless support for Azerbaijan Full blown support for Baku doesn't serve American interests, particularly as it could lead toward conflict with Iran.Eldar MamedovSeptember 16, 2022
Europe New attacks on Armenia call for immediate Western diplomatic engagement The recent strikes by Azerbaijan beyond Nagorno-Karabakh show the frightening potential for war on Russia's periphery to spread.Artin DersimonianSeptember 15, 2022