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The Minsk Dialogue Rule

The Minsk Dialogue Rule

Minsk Dialogue Council on International Relations 1 Episodes Sep 30, 2026

The Minsk Dialogue Rule is a podcast that brings together diverse perspectives on international security across the Euro-Atlantic and Eurasian space. It is based on a simple principle: two people who already agree with each other should not enter the same discussion room, otherwise another echo chamber is created. The podcast is produced by the Minsk Dialogue Council on International Relations, offering insights on regional affairs and international security.

Episodes

Türkiye and the End of Hegemons: Ömer Özkızılcık
Türkiye and the End of Hegemons: Ömer Özkızılcık Sep 30, 2026 2489 In this episode, Alisiya Ivanova is joined by Ömer Özkızılcık, Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council's Syria Project. They talk about the rise of Turkish power in the Middle East, the roots of the rivalry with Israel, Ankara’s policy towards post-Assad Syria, Türkiye's balancing act between NATO and Russia, and what a more multipolar order means for regional security.(00:00) Introduct
Türkiye Shaping a Multipolar World: Yusuf Erim
Türkiye Shaping a Multipolar World: Yusuf Erim Sep 10, 2026 4642 In this episode, Alisiya Ivanova is joined by Yusuf Erim, Editor-at-Large and Türkiye analyst at TRT World. They talk about Ankara’s balanced foreign policy, managing threats from Israel and Iran, Türkiye’s role in NATO, how to approach Russia, and the projected stability of a multipolar world.(00:00) Introduction(01:14) Yusuf’s career path and experience covering Belarusian military exercises in
Budapest and the Least-Bad Option: Dr. Attila Demkó
Budapest and the Least-Bad Option: Dr. Attila Demkó Aug 27, 2026 2468 In this episode, Alisiya Ivanova is joined by Dr. Attila Demkó, Head of the Strategic Foresight Programme at the John Lukács Institute in Budapest. They talk about Budapest's view on current regional instability, why Russia isn't the emotional adversary in Budapest, how the minority dispute with Ukraine might be resolved, and stopping the crisis instead of looking for a perfect solution.(00:00) I
Budapest in the Surrounding Fires: Dr. Sándor Seremet
Budapest in the Surrounding Fires: Dr. Sándor Seremet Aug 14, 2026 2588 In this episode, hosts Alisiya Ivanova and Yauheni Preiherman are joined by Dr. Sándor Seremet of the Hungarian Institute of International Affairs. They talk about how Budapest views threats from Moscow and Kyiv, the rights of the Hungarian minorities abroad, migration and the Balkans, and Central Europe's priorities in international security.(00:00) Introduction(01:16) Sándor's work at the HIIA
A Case for Dialogue: Thomas Greminger
A Case for Dialogue: Thomas Greminger Jul 31, 2026 2460 In our opening episode, hosts Alisiya Ivanova and Yauheni Preiherman are joined by Ambassador Thomas Greminger, Executive Director of the Geneva Centre for Security Policy and former Secretary General of the OSCE.They talk about whether there is still a place for cooperative security, why deterrence needs to be paired with dialogue, and why giving up is “not an option.”(00:00) Welcome to the show.
Welcome to The Minsk Dialogue Rule
Welcome to The Minsk Dialogue Rule Jul 24, 2026 518 A short welcome episode where Alisiya Ivanova and Yauheni Preiherman of the Minsk Dialogue Council on International Relations introduce the podcast, explain the idea behind its name, and talk about why echo chambers are among the core causes of today’s wars and conflicts. They also address the Eurasian-versus-European security debate, explain why perceptions matter, and set out how the series will

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