Zahra Sachedina examines how the holy month of Ramadan might play out in Egypt’s current situation.
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats
The NAOC’s Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Program features an in-depth analysis of latest trends, developments, and threats in international security. New security concerns are always on the horizon and our program seeks to examine these domains including global warming, natural resources, drones, urban conflicts, and cyberspace.
The program’s mandate is to keep Canadians informed on these rapidly developing and increasingly pivotal realms that are integral to all aspects of security.
An Interview with Joseph Hamoud
Dylan Crimmins sits down with Syrian journalist Joseph Hamoud for a perspective on the Syrian conflict.
Edward Snowden, the Nobel Peace Prize, and the Surveillance-State: Asking the Right Questions
George P.R. Benson on the recent Nobel Peace Prize nomination of Edward Snowden.
IraNuclear
Zahra Sachedina takes a look at a different approach to Iran’s nuclear program
The Changing Nature of War: James Stavridis and the New Strategic Triad
Admiral James Stavridis, recently retired, has proposed a new structure for the US military, including a Cyber Force. But Paul Pryce expresses some concerns.
Exploring Syria’s Humanitarian Crisis – Part 3
In the final installment of his 3 part series on Syria’s humanitarian crisis, Cameron Becker illustrates the dire future Syria’s medical system holds, as today it lies on the verge of collapse.
The Challenges of Self-Radicalization to Domestic Security
Alexandra Zakreski discusses the threat of home-grown terrorism to Canadian national security.
The Contingencies of Biological Weapons
Sandra Song examines the oft-overlooked dangers of bioterrorism.
Unequal Partnership: European-US Relations in NATO
Daniel Troup discusses Europe’s reliance on US defense and security.
Is climate change a NATO issue?
Daniel Troup examines the security implications of global warming and discusses NATO’s efforts to engage with climate issues.