International Institute for Peace
The International Institute for Peace (IIP) is an international and non-governmental organisation (NGO and INGO), with consultative status at ECOSOC and UNESCO. The IIP pursues the objective of contributing to the maintenance and strengthening of peace through its research activities and as a platform to promote non-violent conflict resolution in different areas of the world and to a wide range of people.
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PODCAST PEACE MATTERS
Iran Protests: Will the collapsing economy topple the regime?
Hannes Swoboda in conversation with Mahdi Ghodsi. The protests in Iran are driven by severe economic hardship, with high inflation and unemployment fueling widespread discontent. The interview examines the impact of sanctions, deep-seated mismanagement, and the economic power of the Revolutionary Guard. It also discusses long-term economic decline, growing environmental pressure, and the question of whether economic collapse could lead to political change.
The conference “30 Years After Dayton: Reimagining Peacebuilding Today”, held on 3 December 2025 in Vienna, brought together policymakers, researchers, civil society actors, and young leaders to reflect on these issues. Building on the initiative “Young Generation for the New Western Balkans”, the event combined closed workshops under the Chatham House Rule with a public panel discussion.
This article assesses the current state of the conflict resolution efforts in Cyprus in light of the RoC’s EU presidency in the first half of 2026. It draws on information gathered from interviews with experts, government representatives, civil society leaders, and international stakeholders, as well as desk research of academic studies, policy publications, and relevant reports.
Marylia Hushcha, IIP Researcher & Project Manager
This report highlights the IIP’s key achievements in 2025. None of this work would have been possible without our dedicated team, and we extend my sincere thanks to Director Stephanie Fenkart; Vice-President Angela Kane; Chair of the Advisory Board Heinz Gärtner; Researcher and Project Manager Marylia Hushcha; Project Assistant Gjergj Loka, Camryn Cooney, and Dennis Miskić; and sound and video expert Michel Andriessen. As we look ahead to 2026, the IIP remains committed to providing rigorous analysis and high-quality information, while sustaining the belief that peace is possible—even in challenging times.
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