Why the Daraa reconciliation agreement cannot build peace
flexThe Russian-led reconciliation agreement in southwestern Syria has not created a path towards building local peace, but rather insecurity and instability.
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(Still) Searching for gender perspectives in peace agreements
flexLaura 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?
flexIn 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?
flexPeaceRep 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
flexHumanitarian 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
flexThe disastrous earthquakes that hit Syria and Turkey in February triggered a humanitarian emergency, with international response swiftly taking a geopolitical turn.
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.
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.