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Orthodox world celebrates Christmas

7 January 2020

In Tbilisi, Catholicos Patriarch Ilya II prayed for world peace, and for Georgia to be safe within its borders. Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrated Christmas night in St Petersburg, where he attended a service at the Cathedral of the Transfiguration

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Monday Commentary: In the South Caucasus in 2020, beware of black swans and grey rhinos

6 January 2020

This year can be a game changer in the South Caucasus, however surprises, and failure to address long standing problems may turn out to be serious spoilers, argues Dennis Sammut in this commentary

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Updated: The world braces itself for more violence in the Middle East

4 January 2020

Armenia and Azerbaijan make cautious statements following the killings in Baghdad of senior Iranian and Iraqi figures

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Commentary: A dangerous moment for peace in the wider Middle East

3 January 2020

The news of the killing of General Qasem Soleimani in a US military attack authorised by president Trump has raised serious concerns about an escalation of an already tense and volatile situation in the wider middle east

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South Caucasus leaders express optimisim for 2020

1 January 2020

Nikol Pashinyan, Ilham Aliyev and Giorgi Gaharia addressed their citizens just before midnight in their traditional new year's message to their populations

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Happy New Year

31 December 2019

The editorial team of commonspace.eu wish all our readers and subscribers in the Caucasus region, Europe, the Middle East, and beyond, sincere best wishes for the new year 2020.

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Tbilisi prepares for new year celebrations

27 December 2019

The festive lights went on in Tbilisi on 25 December in preparation for New Year Celebrations. Georgia also celebrates Orthodox Christmas on 6 January

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Queen Elizabeth: "It takes patience and time to rebuild trust, and progress often comes through small steps."

26 December 2019

In her Christmas address the British Monarch praised organisations that "have worked to promote peace and unity around the world, bringing together those who have been on opposing sides."

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Festive lights are on throughout the South Caucasus

25 December 2019

In Baku elaborate festive lights adorned the centre of the city and iconic landmarks, such as the historic Maiden Tower. Celebrations in Azerbaijan will reach their climax on New Year's eve.

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Orthodox world celebrates Christmas

Monday Commentary: In the South Caucasus in 2020, beware of black swans and grey rhinos

Updated: The world braces itself for more violence in the Middle East

Commentary: A dangerous moment for peace in the wider Middle East

South Caucasus leaders express optimisim for 2020

Happy New Year

Tbilisi prepares for new year celebrations

Queen Elizabeth: "It takes patience and time to rebuild trust, and progress often comes through small steps."

Festive lights are on throughout the South Caucasus