About me.

I am a British journalist and writer covering Eurasian politics and foreign affairs for POLITICO from Brussels.

My work has also appeared in TIME Magazine, the BBC, The Spectator, The Telegraph, Foreign Policy, The Independent, VICE, The Daily Mirror, The Sunday Mirror, The Diplomat, Eurasianet, The New Statesman and others.

My first book, 'Ashes of our Fathers: Inside the Fall of Nagorno-Karabakh,' was published in January 2025 with Hurst/Oxford University Press, and is available on Amazon, Waterstones, Blackwell's, The Guardian Bookshop and WHSmith. U.S. readers can also order directly via Oxford University Press.

Praise for Ashes of Our Fathers.

‘Thoughtful, considered and understated . . . a fine book telling a story that needed to be told.’ — The Times

‘A valuable contribution to our understanding of an underreported region.’ — TLS

‘An impressive debut… Amid all the horror and darkness, Gavin finds small cracks where light seeps through.’ — The Irish Independent

‘This beautifully written book is an essential guide to a tragic but too often forgotten subject.’ — Peter Oborne, award-winning author and journalist

‘Gavin’s sharp writing will transport you right to the frontlines of Europe’s neglected conflict. He paints a devastating picture of avoidable human suffering, seamlessly weaving together geopolitical insights, historical analysis and vivid personal stories. A must-read.’ — Ian Garner, author of Z Generation

Contact me.

I am a regular contributor to Times Radio and have also made appearances on radio and TV for the likes of BBC News, CNN, BBC Radio 2, BBC Scotland, BBC World Service, BBC 5 Live and the BBC’s From Our Own Correspondent program.

I also have experience moderating events and panels on a range of subjects at international events and conferences.

For all publicity related to ‘Ashes of Our Fathers: Inside the Fall of Nagorno-Karabakh,’ please direct inquiries to:

Raminta Uselytė
raminta[at]hurstpub.co.uk