Navigating Fragmentation: New Policy Briefs and Perspectives on Syria
flexPeaceRep has published a new series of policy briefs and blogs on the challenges of borders and conflict lines, free movement, and humanitarian aid delivery in Syria.
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China’s Peace Efforts in Ukraine
flexBernardo Mariani discusses China's interests in bringing the Russian war on Ukraine to an end, and opportunities for strengthening dialogue between China and Western countries.
South Sudanese Perspectives on Sudan’s War: Risks for South Sudan
flexChirrilo 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
flexSimona 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’
flexThe 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
flexZmkan 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
flexProf 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
flexPreparations 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?
flexThe 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
flexA “peace mission” of seven African leaders recently visited Ukraine and Russia, with global significance for how we think about peace.
New digital tool highlights perceptions of peace in South Sudan
flexA new interactive data report presents insights from from a longitudinal survey, with key findings on peace and security, public authority, governance, and elections.
Sudan Conflict: How China and Russia are involved and the differences between them
flexMarcel Plichta and Mateja Peter discuss findings from a study of pre-war Sudan, and assess claims about motivations for involvement by Russia and China.