WASHINGTON (August 2, 2023) – Following the peace talks in Copenhagen, Denmark last month, Saudi Arabia has invited 30 nations to their capital city of Jaddeh this upcoming weekend, August 5th and 6th. The agenda surrounds continued discussion of international support behind Ukraine’s peace demands. The invitation list includes key developing countries, such as Brazil and India, garnering world-wide attention. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov mentioned Russia would be following the meeting indirectly.
GW faculty experts are available to offer insight, commentary and analysis on the upcoming peace talks. If you would like to schedule an interview, please contact GW Media Relations Specialists Shannon Mitchell at [email protected] and Cate Douglass at [email protected].
Sina Azodi, a lecturer at the Elliott School of International Affairs, is an expert in international relations of the Middle East. Professor Azodi can speak to what role Saudi Arabia plays on the international stage of negotiating peace relations and the implications the invitation serves on the surrounding regions. Additionally, Professor Azodi is bilingual in English and Persian.
Robert Orttung is a research professor of international affairs. Orttung is an expert on Russia, Ukraine and comparative politics. Orttung can speak to the Russia-Ukraine war at large and the importance of peace agreements and international backing. He can also discuss the future of Russia and Vladimir Putin’s legacy and governance.
Diego Abente Brun, professor of practice of international affairs, is the director of the M.A. in Latin American and Hemispheric Studies Program at GW. Diego Abente Brun is an expert in international relations in Latin America. Professor Abente Brun can explain the significance of Brazil’s attendance and the influence these discussions will have worldwide.
