Navigating the US-China Competition in the Middle East: How the Biden Administration is Responding

US-China

The strained relationship between US President Joe Biden and Saudi Crown Prince Muhammed Bin Salman has pushed Saudi Arabia closer to China, resulting in increased economic ties and a significant China-brokered agreement between Saudi Arabia and Iran. Despite challenges, President Biden’s nuanced approach in the Middle East aims to improve relations with key players while navigating complex regional dynamics.

Armenia’s Isolation in the Geopolitical Landscape

Armenia

Azerbaijan’s swift military operation in Karabakh has ended decades of separatist activities, sparking tentative peace talks with Armenia, but the contentious Zangezur corridor remains a potential flashpoint for renewed conflict. The outcome of this geopolitical struggle may not only reshape the South Caucasus but also influence similar frozen conflicts in neighboring Georgia and Moldova, as regional dynamics evolve amid shifting alliances and military capabilities.

Ukraine Update: Kyiv Focuses on Russian ‘Military-Industrial Complex

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is making it clear that he believes more needs to be done to put pressure on Russia’s “military-industrial complex.” In his recent address to the nation, he emphasized that sanctions alone are insufficient to address the ongoing Russian aggression. Zelenskiy is calling for measures that will inflict tangible losses on Russia … Read more