Christopher Sisserian

Christopher Sisserian is a journalist based in Lebanon. He holds a master's degree in international politics from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS).

Turkey's Armenian opening: towards 2015

The approaching centenary of the genocide of Armenians in the Ottoman empire is a moment for Turkey's civil society to create a new ethical reality around the issue

By Christopher Sisserian and Kerem Oktem

/ 25 Jun 2014

Pope’s visit to Lebanon puts spotlight on Christians in the Middle East

As sectarian tensions grow throughout the Middle East the fate of the region’s Christians is a growing cause for concern. However Lebanon, despite its long history of inter-communal violence, seems to be relatively well placed to address this particular issue.

By Christopher Sisserian

/ 23 Sep 2012

Overestimating Turkey’s influence in the Middle East

Turkey’s desire to re-orient its foreign policy towards the Middle East and gain influence with the Arab Awakening seems to have been undone by its approach towards the Syrian conflict.

By Christopher Sisserian

/ 9 Sep 2012

Kidnappings, burning tyre road blocks, and gun battles - just another week in Lebanon?

Is the Syrian crisis spilling over into Lebanon behind the recent chaotic events? Events that occur on a semi-regular basis, when viewed in relation to the neighbouring conflict in Syria, warrant far greater attention.

By Christopher Sisserian

/ 26 Aug 2012

A conflicted moment for the Armenian consciousness

The reason the French genocide law has proved so popular amongst Armenians is that it represents the prospect of a final catharsis to a tragic history. In reality, however, it is yet another obstacle to reaching a conclusion.

By Christopher Sisserian

/ 24 Jan 2012

Understanding the importance of a shared history

Armenians and Turks lived together peacefully in the Ottoman Empire for centuries; a common history that needs to be acknowledged for the differences to be overcome.

By Christopher Sisserian

/ 7 Feb 2011