Brief description: This article is an analysis of the veto power of the permanent members of the UN Security Council as an institution of international governance. The article examines the historical grounds and legal procedure for the use of the veto, its role in the functioning of the collective security system, as well as the
Brief description: This article provides an overview of the geopolitical situation in the Persian Gulf region. The causes of conflicts, key players in the region, and potential threats to oil and gas supplies are analyzed. The measures of the international community to stabilize the situation and ensure a sustainable energy balance in the world are
Positions and Shifts: Current Diplomatic Initiatives in and around the Caucasus Brief overview: This article highlights the dynamics of diplomatic and regional developments in the South Caucasus and neighboring countries. Georgia maintains neutrality toward Russia and Ukraine, strengthens its tourism sector, and continues to uphold a balance regarding regional conflicts. Armenia and Russia are discussing
Strategic Adaptation and Foreign Policy Balance Summary: This review examines the key political events in Russia during October–November 2025. Against the backdrop of the Special Military Operation, the period was marked by a record number of strikes on Ukraine’s military infrastructure. Inside the country, the FSB thwarted attempted state coups, while Russia’s international activity featured