There is speculation that Russia’s influence in the South Caucasus is waning – but it’s important not to judge things prematurely.
- Visiting Senior Research Fellow, King's Russia Institute, King's College London
Russia has strong ties with Israel as well as many Arab states, so it is well placed as a mediator. But does war in the Middle East suit Moscow’s priorities?
The Nagorno-Karabakh crisis is just one part of a very complex issue at the heart of the South Caucasus.
Despite wanting the war to be over, ordinary Russians are rallying to ‘do their bit’ to support their country’s troops at the frontline.
The Wagner Group boss is becoming increasingly critical of the way the war is being run.
Polarisation inside Russia and with Ukrainians and other Europeans is very unhelpful.
The war in Ukraine is threatening Russia’s relationship with its neighbour Kazakhstan.
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