Regional security issues and conflicts in the Caucasus and the Caspian regions (original) (raw)

The emergence of Central Asian and Caucasian states post-Soviet breakup has transformed the geopolitics of Eurasia, posing significant regional security challenges. This paper analyzes the conflicts and instability threatening the Caucasus and Caspian regions, highlighting the role of economic struggles, contested borders, and external influences in shaping future security dynamics. By examining the geostrategic significance of these regions, the impacts of external powers, particularly the US and NATO, and the local historical context, it identifies critical threats to stability and outlines potential pathways for resolution.