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The Jihadist Next Door: Homegrown Jihadists and Their Threat to Canadian National Security

A look at the emergence of homegrown Jihadists and their threat to Canadian national security.

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Turkey’s Policy Shift in Iraq and Syria Both Excites, and Baffles NATO

Umaima examines Turkey’s policy shift in Iraq and Syria, and why it’s confusing NATO. Is this a positive, or negative development in the fight against ISIS?

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ISIS and the Social Media War

In the latest water cooler, the NAOC team debates how Western Governments should address the Islamic State’s growing influence on social media.

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NATO Prepares to Throw Its Trident

With tensions rising in Eastern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, NATO is set to test its revamped Response Force in its biggest military exercise since 2002.

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Kafirs and Crusaders: Dabiq and the ISIS Propaganda Machine

Kevin Hempstead discusses ISIS propaganda in print, the Dabiq magazine.

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Turning A Blind Eye to Human Rights? America’s Strategic Partnership With Bahrain

Kevin Hempstead analyzes the strategic partnership between the U.S. and Bahrain and why Human rights abuses in Bahrain are often swept under the rug.

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Obama’s Failing Policy in Iraq

Malcolm McEachern analyses the shortcomings of American policy towards fighting the Islamic State.

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The Threat From Within: Dadaab Refugee Camp

Victoria investigates the rhetoric surrounding the threatened closure of Dadaab Refugee Camp in Kenya, alongside an interview with LWF Livelihood Officer, Hilda, who currently works in Kakuma, Kenya.

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Outperforming its Allies? Canada and its Commitment to NATO

Trevor Schenk discusses Canada’s expanding role within NATO, and how through its contributions it is out performing most of its allies despite its modest defence budget.

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Facing the Black Flag: Nationalism and Retribution Amongst Kurdish Women

Exploring the convergence of the Kurdish nationalist cause and solidarity with women who have fallen victim to IS for Kurdish women fighting on the front lines in Iraq.