Explaining the Ukraine War: An Offensive Realist Critique
As we approach the end of 2025, the war in Ukraine is grinding toward the tragic conclusion that was apparent
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Author: Bayram Aliyev
From Pacifism to Power: Germany’s Military Awakening
Walking through German cities, one cannot escape the weight of history. Rebuilt facades, war memorials, and quiet plaques bear silent
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Why Ukraine Matters in Russia’s Strategic Imagination
Russia’s long-term strategy in its near abroad has often been rooted in the belief that security is achieved not by
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When History Refuses to End
Today, many people feel as if the world has slipped back into one of its darker chapters. Whether it is
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Fragmented Alliances and Emerging Realities in the Middle East
The Middle East has entered one of its most volatile periods in recent decades. The war in Gaza has reshaped
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Why Eurasia’s “New Order” Risks Repackaging Old Illusions
It has become fashionable to claim that the contemporary world is too fragmented to reproduce any historical model of order.
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Trump, the US Foreign Policy and the Future of the Venezuela Crisis
The geopolitical climate of the Americas has entered a tense and unpredictable phase as rival visions for regional order collide
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China’s Quiet Patience in Afghanistan
Since the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan in 2021, the world has struggled to understand how major powers would
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The Future of War in an AI Driven World
The world has witnessed numerous conflicts and wars over the last century, and the very concept of warfare has continuously
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The new path for Syria
It has been less than a year since Bashar al-Assad fled Damascus, marking the end of one of the Middle
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