The US returns to region between Russia, China and Iran
Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity will link Turkey and the West
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Central Asian States and the Bagram Dilemma
The tense clash in opinions over Bagram has left Central Asian countries, Afghanistan’s northern neighbors, in a complex position. The five states initially hinted at opposition to Trump’s efforts, shown in a joint statement of the Moscow Format of Consultations on Afghanistan.
Kinmen: Taiwan’s Forgotten Line
Yet the real challenge facing Kinmen isn’t military—it’s a matter of political economy. Administratively tied to Taiwan, Kinmen illustrates the complex dynamics of geopolitical influence and economic integration.
Don’t Repeat the Mistakes of Kosovo in Ukraine
Almost four years into Russia’s war in Ukraine, and more than a decade after Russia’s annexation of Crimea, the U.S. is faced with a dilemma. On the one hand is the urge to continue to support Ukraine diplomatically and militarily. On the other is the push to stop a war that neither side can win.
The Rise of the Organization of Turkic States: Is Turkic Cooperation Filling a Geopolitical Vacuum?
In October 2025, the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) convened a pivotal summit in Gabala, Azerbaijan, demonstrating its emergence as a significant geopolitical entity on the Eurasian landscape.