Violence in the Caucasus
Abstract
Tremendous change have been taking place recently in what used to be the Soviet Union. Since 1988, former Soviet President Gorbachev's policies of glasnost and perestroika produced significant changes and turmoil in the Caucasus region of the Union. This report analyzes the situation in the Caucasus region of the Union. This report analyzes the situation in the Caucasus region as of March 1992 with emphasis on regional political structure and status of conflicts in the area. A review of United States, Russian, Commonwealth of Independent States, Turkish, Iranian, and Saudi Arabian interests, presents insight into their potential for future involvement. Nations rushing to establish ties in this newly independent region found civil war, struggles for independence, territorial disputes, religious war, and even claims of impending genocide in the wake of Soviet retreat. The report gives descriptions of eight current conflicts and assesses their likelihood for escalation or settlement. The emerging importance of international organizations such as the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe is evident. Focus is on new demands placed on these organizations and their potential to help in conflict settlement or peacekeeping.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 15, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA249829
Entities
People
- Albert L. Patterson Iii
Organizations
- United States Army War College