Tag: Conflict Resolution
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Western Palestine Recognition: Symbol or Solution?
– Is the recognition of Palestine a genuine turning point or merely a symbolic political repositioning? – Recognition signals moral leadership and support for a two-state solution but lacks concrete measures to impact the conflict. – While diplomatically significant, recognition remains largely symbolic; it can influence negotiations but requires concrete follow-up to affect real change.
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Gas, Rubies and Jihad
Why has Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province become the centre of a violent Islamist insurgency, and what factors are shaping the conflict? The insurgency grew out of deep local grievances – inequality, marginalisation, lack of governance, and resource exclusion – which the Mozambican state has failed to address. Despite immense natural wealth, Cabo Delgado remains one…
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From Proxy War to Nuclear Brinkmanship
Between June 12 and 14, intense hostilities unfolded between Israel and Iran, with strikes severely weakening but not fully eliminating Iran’s nuclear capabilities. Proxy warfare dynamics shifted, with Iran-aligned groups remaining inactive or restrained due to strategic and operational hesitation. Power dynamics in the regions sharpened, specifically between Israel and Sunni Arab states, while Syria’s…
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Russia and Japan the Archipelago of Discord?
Will the conflict between Japan and Russia over the Kurils resolved? The historic context, the presence of resources and the confrontation between Putin and Japanese ambitions halted the possible resolution. The ongoing conflict is very unlikely to be resolved as the situation stays the same.
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Ukraine and the Future of Black Sea Security
What does the future of Black Sea security look like? The Black Sea Security Forum showcased the many players shaping the region, with Ukraine playing a central role in both trade and defence. As a key security provider for Europe, Ukraine must be fully supported, but Europe must also learn from its ingenuity and innovation…
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The Role of Saudi Arabia as a Diplomatic Mediator
In early 2025, Saudi Arabia became a key venue for US, Russian, and Ukrainian talks on a partial Ukraine ceasefire and Black Sea security. In early 2025, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia hosted US, Russian, and Ukrainian officials for talks on a partial Ukraine ceasefire and Black Sea security. Riyadh positions itself as a neutral…
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The Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Deal – Final Reset Under Way?
1.What are the main obstacles to the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal, and how do regional and international dynamics impact the process? 2.The peace deal’s delay stems from Azerbaijan’s demand for constitutional changes in Armenia, border tensions, and the call to dissolve the Minsk Group. Regional factors, such as Türkiye’s conditions and Russia’s shifting focus, hinder swift…
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Venezuela Elections: What’s Next?
Despite claims of stealing the 2024 presidential elections, Maduro was inaugurated in January as Venezuela’s president for a third time, effectively extending his time in power to 18 years. As the opposition continues to pushback and the international community holds back on recognising Maduro, what’s next for Venezuela?
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The Fall of Assad: A Turning Point for Development
What do the evolving events in Syria mean for local and regional development? Bashar al-Assad’s downfall marks a critical juncture that must precede institutional change for economic, political and social progress to take root in Syria and the Middle East. While much remains uncertain, it is important that the existing institutions are dismantled to create…
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Trump’s Ceasefire in Israel-Gaza
1.Why is Greenland strategically significant, what drives renewed interest in the territory? 2.Greenland’s position in the GIUK-gap and its vast untapped resources make it vital for Arctic geopolitics. Trump’s interest reflects broader US ambitions to secure dominance in the Arctic amidst resource competition and strategic military concerns. 3.Greenland’s role in Arctic geopolitics underscores its global…