Dominique de Villepin : Une ambition présidentielle entre héritage Gaulliste et défis contemporains
1. Une Carrière Forgée par l’Excellence Diplomatique et Politique L’ascension d’un diplomate devenu homme d’État Dominique de Villepin incarne une certaine idée de la France : souveraine, indépendante et influente sur la scène mondiale. Son parcours, marqué par une trajectoire atypique, conjugue diplomatie, haute administration et engagements politiques de premier plan. Sa formation dans les […]
The Trump-Zelensky showdown: A defining moment in global power struggles
“The strong do what they can, and the weak suffer what they must.” – Thucydides (History of the Peloponnesian War) The dramatic confrontation between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House was not just another tense diplomatic exchange—it was a seismic shift in global power dynamics. This clash exposed the fragility of Western […]
Afghanistan between political deadlock and the illusion of reform: A structural governance crisis
Abstract Afghanistan has faced decades of political instability, foreign interventions, and failed state-building efforts. Despite numerous international conferences and opposition-led initiatives, sustainable governance remains elusive. This study critically examines why diplomatic efforts and opposition movements fail to bring structural change in Afghanistan. It argues that the failures stem not only from the Taliban’s rigid governance […]
The international order in transition: Europe’s marginalization and new geopolitical realities
Abstract The war in Ukraine has significantly reshaped the global geopolitical landscape, exposing the limitations of Western strategic planning and accelerating Europe’s geopolitical marginalization. Initially framed as a battle between democracy and authoritarianism, the conflict has instead underscored Europe’s dependence on U.S. security guarantees, the limited effectiveness of economic sanctions against Russia, and the rising […]
The International Order in Peril: From American Hegemony to Global Anarchy
Dr. Naim Asas Director, Group for International Studies and Reflections in Social Sciences (GERISS) Email: naimasasgeriss@gmail.com Introduction The post-World War II international order, often termed the “liberal international order,” was constructed upon the principles of state sovereignty, prohibition of force, multilateral cooperation, and the primacy of international law, as enshrined in the United Nations Charter […]
Ukraine 2025: How U.S. Decisions Will Shape the Future
Dr. Naim Asas Director, Group for International Studies and Reflections in Social Sciences (GERISS) Email: naimasasgeriss@gmail.com Abstract As the war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, the initial Western unity in supporting Kyiv has fractured, revealing deep geopolitical fault lines. Russia has demonstrated remarkable resilience in adapting to Western sanctions, leveraging economic realignments and diplomatic […]
Conférence de Paris sur la Syrie : Entre reconstruction et luttes d’influence géopolitique
Dr. Naim Asas Director, Group for International Studies and Reflections in Social Sciences (GERISS) Email: naimasasgeriss@gmail.com Introduction Le 13 février 2025, Paris a accueilli une conférence internationale cruciale consacrée à la transition politique et à la reconstruction économique de la Syrie post-Assad. Organisée sous l’impulsion de la France et de plusieurs partenaires internationaux, cette réunion […]
Geopolitical Strategies and Global Issues: China’s Rise in the World Order
Geopolitical Strategies and Global Issues: China’s Rise in the World Order Dr. Naim Asas Director, Group for International Studies and Reflections in Social Sciences (GERISS) Email: naimasasgeriss@gmail.com Abstract China’s rise as a global power has transformed the international system, challenging the Western-led liberal order and fostering a multi-polar global balance. This paper examines China’s geopolitical […]
The War in Ukraine: A Strategic, Military, Economic, and Diplomatic Analysis
Dr. Naim Asas Director, Group for International Studies and Reflections in Social Sciences (GERISS) Email: naimasasgeriss@gmail.com Abstract The full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, marked one of the most significant geopolitical crises of the 21st century. Initially, Ukraine managed to withstand Russian offensives with substantial military and financial aid from NATO and […]
Syria’s Kurdish Dilemma: The SDF, Disarmament, and Global Power Struggles
The post-Assad era in Syria has introduced a new phase of uncertainty, particularly regarding the future of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Dominating northeastern territories and maintaining strategic alliances with the United States, the SDF remains a pivotal force in the region. However, the demand for their disarmament and integration into the national framework has […]