Armenia and EU Foreign Policies: Navigating the Conflict, Russia’s Role, and Regional Dynamics
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Armenia and EU Foreign Policies: Navigating the Conflict, Russia’s Role, and Regional Dynamics

ByRobin Fontain

Introduction The protracted conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan concerning the Nagorno-Karabakh region has inflicted widespread suffering, displacements, and significant geopolitical ramifications. Over the years, external actors, prominently Russia and the European Union, have exerted their influence, significantly shaping the trajectory of the conflict. In this commentary, we delve into the multifaceted dimensions of the Armenia-Azerbaijan…

What’s after Barkhane? Climate security policy in Mali
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What’s after Barkhane? Climate security policy in Mali

ByRobin Fontaine

1. Genealogy (Short historical overview of conflict)  Emmanuel Macron’s recent announcement that France will end opération Barkhane, an eight-years anti-terror military operation in the Sahel, sparked a vivid debate in France. Was that mission taking the right angle to apprehend the security dilemma in Mali? Soon after, Macron announced that an international cooperation mission would…