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Author: Evan Blackwell

Evan Blackwell will be entering his final year at Quest University Canada, where he is working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences. Evan’s academic interests lie in the fields of political science and history. More specifically, he is interested in studying the relationship between identity and conflict, as he aims to better understand the root causes of war and terrorism. He hopes to pursue a Master’s degree in International Relations upon graduating from Quest in 2016.

Why the Islamic State Lashes Out: Territorial Losses and Terrorist Attacks

Emerging Security, Evan Blackwell July 14, 2016July 14, 2016 Evan Blackwell

From Orlando to Dhaka, Islamic State has increased terrorist attacks globally. Evan Blackwell discusses how the the loses in Islamic State’s territorial holdings has marked a shift in the group’s operational strategy to maintain its image of strength.

The Caliphate’s Counterpunch: Did ISIS Shift Its Strategy with the Paris Attacks?

Emerging Security, Evan Blackwell, France, Iraq, ISIS, Islamic State, Security, Syria, Terrorism, The Middle East and North Africa, Western Europe November 20, 2015November 18, 2015 Evan Blackwell

The Paris attacks were likely an attempt by ISIS to deter the West from targeting the caliphate, Evan Blackwell writes.

What About Pakistan? The Threat of Nuclear Terrorism in South Asia

Defense, Emerging Security, Evan Blackwell, Pakistan, Security, South Asia, Terrorism October 17, 2015October 14, 2015 Evan Blackwell

Evan Blackwell explores the risk of one of Pakistan’s nuclear weapons falling into the wrong hands.

Prison and Jihad: A Threat Behind Bars

Criminal Justice, Emerging Security, Evan Blackwell, ISIS, Islamic State, Security, Society, Terrorism, The Middle East and North Africa October 10, 2015October 9, 2015 Evan Blackwell

Evan Blackwell discusses how prisons often provide fertile ground for cultivating terrorist recruits and what can be done to check this trend.

Should We Arm the Kurds?

Emerging Security, Evan Blackwell, Iraq, ISIS, Islamic State, Kurds, Security, Syria, The Middle East and North Africa, Turkey October 3, 2015October 1, 2015 Evan Blackwell

Evan Blackwell explains why a seemingly simple solution to fighting ISIS raises as many problems as it solves.

The Enemy of My Enemy is My Friend: Sectarianism and Security in Syria

Emerging Security, Evan Blackwell, ISIS, Islamic State, Society, Syria, Terrorism, The Middle East and North Africa September 26, 2015September 24, 2015 Evan Blackwell

While sectarianism has fueled Syria’s devastating civil war, Evan Blackwell explains that self-interest and security have also hardened divisions and prolonged the fighting.

Kenya and the Al-Shabab Struggle

Africa, Emerging Security, Evan Blackwell, Security, Terrorism September 18, 2015September 17, 2015 Evan Blackwell

Evan Blackwell examines Al-Shabab’s growing presence in Kenya.

Ask the Lonely: ISIS and the Narrative of Belonging

Emerging Security, Evan Blackwell, Iraq, ISIS, Islamic State, Security, Society, Syria, Terrorism, The Middle East and North Africa September 12, 2015September 9, 2015 Evan Blackwell

Evan Blackwell explains the success behind ISIS’ recruitment efforts.

Why Support ISIS? The History of Sunni Disenfranchisement in Iraq

Emerging Security, Evan Blackwell, Iraq, ISIS, Islamic State, The Middle East and North Africa, Uncategorized September 5, 2015September 3, 2015 Evan Blackwell

Evan Blackwell explains how ISIS has capitalized on widespread grievances among Iraq’s Sunnis.

Chechnya: A Resurgent Insurgency?

Defense, Eastern Europe and Russia, Emerging Security, Evan Blackwell, International Relations, Iraq, ISIS, Islamic State, Peace & Security, Russia, Security, Syria, Terrorism, The Middle East and North Africa, Uncategorized August 29, 2015August 28, 2015 Evan Blackwell

Evan Blackwell examines the potential for a revitalized terrorist insurgency in Russia’s troubled North Caucasus.

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