The Syrian Conflict and the Loss of National Identity
Areefa Abdel Hamid al-Mousa discusses the impact of years of conflict and decades of authoritarian practices on Syrian identities.
The Impact of Community Leaders on Social Peace in Northern Syria
The growing influence of armed groups and regional strife in the city of Azaz has negatively impacted the ability of community leaders to maintain local peace.
Why the Daraa reconciliation agreement cannot build peace
The Russian-led reconciliation agreement in southwestern Syria has not created a path towards building local peace, but rather insecurity and instability.
(Still) Searching for gender perspectives in peace agreements
Laura Wise and Fiona Knäussel examine the slow progress in women's participation in peace processes and highlight the need for renewed focus on gender equality.
Negotiating humanitarian aid with armed groups: Humanitarian imperative or red line?
In February, devastating earthquakes in Syria and Turkey sparked a humanitarian crisis, leading to a swift geopolitical response.
Can we (ever) have an honest conversation about corruption and accountability in Somalia?
PeaceRep Somalia research team members reflect on their experiences of working on corruption and aid diversion in Somalia.
Humanitarian aid and peace in Syria: An intricate relationship
Humanitarian action is not a diplomatic tool. However, while attempts are being made to use humanitarian aid as a weapon in Syria, it can also leverage local peace.
Syria and the Politics of the Earthquakes
The disastrous earthquakes that hit Syria and Turkey in February triggered a humanitarian emergency, with international response swiftly taking a geopolitical turn.
China’s Peace Efforts in Ukraine
Bernardo Mariani discusses China's interests in resolving the Russian war on Ukraine, and opportunities for dialogue with Western nations.
South Sudanese Perspectives on Sudan’s War: Risks for South Sudan
Chirrilo Madut Anei describes conflict risks and economic and humanitarian conditions in South Sudan in the context of the war in Sudan.
Halbousi: The Extraordinary Rise and Looming Fall of Iraq’s Sunni Strongman
Simona Foltyn discusses the rise to power of Iraq's Mohammed al-Halbousi, and why he now needs to strike a new deal that ensures his political survival.
In Europe’s gift: How to avoid a Ukraine ‘forever war’
The risk of a 'long war' for Ukraine against Russia can be mitigated with preferential access for Ukraine to the EU single market.