Nagorno-Karabakh
Disputed region between Azerbaijan and Armenia
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Russia losing ground in Central Asia
Russia’s influence in Central Asia, a waning legacy of the Soviet Union, could soon fade away entirely. China already has a considerable economic foothold in the region. And, after the boost in soft power following its intervention in Nagorno-Karabakh, Turkey could tap into cultural ties to create a commonwealth of Turkic states close to Ankara.
New realities in the South Caucasus
The recent fighting in Nagorno-Karabakh has changed the power balance in the South Caucasus. On one hand, the West has failed to play any role in settling the conflict, and on the other Turkey and Russia have solidified their influence in the region. However, many different scenarios could come to ...
The Nagorno-Karabakh war’s double tragedy for Armenia
Last year’s 44-day war between Azerbaijan and Armenia over the Nagorno-Karabakh region ended in a decisive victory for the former. Not only does the result jeopardize Armenia’s territorial integrity and increase its dependence on Moscow, it has also stalled a crucial reform process that its people had hoped the government ...
Georgia is slowly moving into Turkey’s orbit
In the aftermath of the most recent fighting in Nagorno-Karabakh, Turkey has emerged as a key player in the Caucasus. This new status will increase its pull over some of its smaller neighbor states. Georgia could soon find itself seeking security guarantees from Ankara, instead of Western organizations – a ...
Turkey maneuvers to become a regional energy baron
Over the past several years, Turkey has become a major player in energy deliveries from the Caucasus to Europe, and its deepening partnership with Azerbaijan has only solidified its position as a regional power. As Russia’s grip on the region weakens, it could lead to serious security concerns, with Ankara ...
