Georgia is clearly the closest US ally in the South Caucasus, moving in lockstep with American interests on just about every foreign policy issue – except one: Iran. Not wanting to become embroiled in a potential regional conflict, officials in Tbilisi are trying to finesse relations with Tehran, while staying in Washington’s good ...

The Iranian problem stands out on the international agenda. But it is much broader and more diverse than Iran’s desire to acquire a nuclear bomb. Iran is accused of being a source of both regional instability and far-reaching geopolitical ambitions. Although today's Iran demonstrates a desire to play in the international geopolitical game, it ...

 A Russia-NATO summit, which was scheduled in May, is cancelled. According to the official version, the summit was cancelled over “an intensive domestic political calendar in Russia.” However, the experts believe that this step is caused by disagreements of the parties concerned over the European missile defence system. The Russia-NATO summit ...

Hearing a foreign language on Palace Square, pictured, and other places in St. Petersburg is increasingly common as the city attracts many more tourists. City Hall wants even more. Population: ۴,۸۴۸,۷۰۰ Main industries: shipbuilding, automotive construction, trade and tourism Governor: Georgy Poltavchenko Founded in ۱۷۰۳ Interesting fact: St. Petersburg ...

With Turkey appearing at the forefront of discussions over international intervention in Syria -- particularly regarding the implementation of a humanitarian corridor in order to bring help to civilians who are trapped in besieged cities-- the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) is one of the key elements in a puzzle that could radically change Turkey’...

A range of sanctions against the official Damascus were used to prevent conflict in the country, but these sanctions had no effect, the confrontation between the government and opposition forces has become more widespread on the contrary. It was clear from the earliest days of confrontation that the Syrian government will not be overthrown quickly....

It was really funny. I wouldn’t fib about that. Vahik Pirhamzei’s latest outing, “Honest Liars” (Azniv Sdakhosner), which closed on February ۱۲, was a rollicking romp, thanks to a script heavy on laughs and a cast heavy on talent. The premise of the play, written by Pirhamzei and Hakob Rubinyan, was a trifle. It revolved around a ...

Iranian regional policy will become more aggressive. Speaking about the regional developments expert on Iran, vise president of the “Noravanq” scientific-educational center Sevak Sarukhanyan told about this during the press-conference. “Sunni countries of the region try to increase the US influence in the Middle East and reduce Iranian ...

At a post-election reception that resembled a cocktail party more than a victory gala, Mikhail Prokhorov complained of election violations but said he would consider his campaign a success regardless of the final tally. He also refused to commit to Monday's opposition rally, saying he would attend, work permitting. "I'd like to go. … The ...