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.
Unrest in Sinjar: Iraq’s government has yet to earn the trust of the Yezidi community
Zmkan Ali Saleem discusses why Iraq will struggle to achieve long-term stability without reconciling the Yezidis and the rest of Sinjar’s residents.
Making Peace in a Political Market: Four Questions for a Mediator
Prof Alex de Waal discusses questions that the would-be mediator should ask before applying the political marketplace framework (PMF) to mediation practices.
Elections on the Horizon? South Sudan prepares for end of the transition phase
Preparations for credible elections in 2024 will enable South Sudan to make progress in its protracted transition.
Sudan is trapped in feuding army generals: What are the possible ways out?
The international community can play an important role in ending Sudan's political crisis and getting the country back on the path of transition.
The African Peace Mission and what it means for peace
A “peace mission” of seven African leaders recently visited Ukraine and Russia, with global significance for how we think about peace.
Sudan Conflict: How China and Russia are involved and the differences between them
Marcel Plichta and Mateja Peter discuss findings from a study of pre-war Sudan, and assess claims about motivations for involvement by Russia and China.