Open Dialogue Research Journal
In recent years, the countries of Central Asia, and, above all, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, along with water and environmental problems, have begun to experience an increasing shortage of electricity, which, as global practice shows, may negatively affect the pace of development of national economies in the foreseeable future. The existing […]
Part I Ultimately, Syria’s future rests with its people; no external power can claim decisive influence over its direction. However, the nation has long been a battleground for international rivalries, with foreign powers entrenched behind different Syrian factions. Therefore, outside actors will have considerable influence during this post-Assad political transition, […]
Did anyone among you think that understanding who embroidered what patterns on their shirts and what headscarves they wore could be useful in military-historical studies? It may seem trivial to focus on how people dress, and why engage in such a “feminine” activity as examining someone else’s costumes. However, even […]
The complex and often volatile dynamics of Middle Eastern geopolitics place Syria as a critical focal point, particularly concerning the regional power struggle between Israel and Iran. Iran’s military presence and influence in Syria pose a significant security challenge for Israel, which is committed to minimizing Tehran’s foothold near its […]
The abrupt decline of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria seemed to catch all external observers by surprise, including Moscow. While numerous Russian scholars had long cautioned about Syria’s mounting economic and social issues, rampant corruption, and ineffective governance, they also expressed doubts regarding the motivation and capability of the Syrian […]
The future of their strategic partnership is bright, but in order to fully appreciate its prospects, observers must acknowledge its non-military nature instead of continuing to fantasize about a joint war against Israel and/or the US like some are doing. The Russian and Iranian presidents met in Moscow last Friday […]
Today, we are set to delve into a topic that holds significant importance for various ethnic groups around the globe: the national flag. This emblem serves as a crucial symbol of identity and unity for nations and communities alike. Previously we have covered the issue of Russian vexillology and its […]
All in all, while it makes economic sense for them to do so, it’s not politically feasible at present. The Pakistani Energy Minister was fact-checked last month here for claiming that his country’s stalled Pakistan Stream Gas Pipeline with Russia might expand across South Asia. A few weeks later, Pakistan’s Minister of […]
The Syrian conflict has drawn in numerous international players, among which Russia and Iran stand out as two of the most influential actors supporting the Syrian government. Their cooperation in Syria is rooted in shared strategic interests but is also shaped by underlying tensions and divergent goals. This article explores […]
Part I The improvement in Afghanistan’s security is not only a consequence of the Taliban ceasing the hostilities that had continued until August 2021. The movement has also made great strides in fighting everyday crime as well. With no armed opposition in the country, this has had a positive […]
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