De Talleyrand in the Middle East. A diplomatic not

De Talleyrand in the Middle East. A diplomatic note.


The "Astana process" has shown its effectiveness, and a lot of effort has been invested into it.

How this process could be restarted in the new political conditions?

The effect can be achieved by both actions and inaction.

"Now we are seeing a period of transformation, extreme instability, so, of course, it will take time and then we will need a serious conversation with those who will own a [political (state)] power," the Kremlin representative added. (https://www.interfax.ru/russia/996687 ) [unofficial translation]

The Russian Embassy in Syria continues to function. "Despite the evacuation of some of the staff, the Russian Embassy in Syria continues to operate." ) [unofficial translation]

This position suggests that the new Syrian government is recognized de facto, and perhaps de jure.

The mere continuation of the embassy's operation creates the prospect of continuing the Astana process with the participation of the former participants, but with the possible change of any representatives of a party (or of parties) [of one side or of several sides].

"The goal-setting of this format has been lost, but on the other hand, as a mechanism for the exchange of views and political consultations between these countries, it is always relevant, and in one form or another these consultations will continue," Peskov replied when asked whether Russia considers the Astana format obsolete in this situation. (https://www.interfax.ru/russia/996688 ). [unofficial translation]

The art of diplomatic maneuver allows us to recall the symbolic figure of world diplomacy - Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-P;rigord.


December 22, 2024, 17:42


Translation from Russian into English: December 22, 2024 18:09
Владимир Владимирович Залесский “ Де Талейран на Ближнем Востоке. Дипломатическая заметка. ”.


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