Evan Blackwell explores how the contested legacy of the Armenian genocide has been downplayed by the U.S. as it attempts to recruit Turkey in the campaign against ISIS.
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.
Is There a Possibility for Peace in Afghanistan?
Evan Blackwell considers the prospects for peace in Afghanistan.
Is Bosnia and Herzegovina A Growing Terrorist Threat?
Evan Blackwell explores the emergence of Bosnia and Herzegovina as a source of international terrorism.
Egypt’s Counterterrorism Policies: Security Crackdown or Security Breakdown?
Evan Blackwell explores the expanding insurgency in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula.
Saudi Arabia: Between a Rock and a Hard Place
Evan Blackwell looks at the challenges facing Saudi Arabia’s leaders as they attempt to counter ISIS’ plans for unleashing sectarian war in that country.
The Beginning of China’s Second Golden Age? Xi Jinping’s “New Silk Road”
Evan Blackwell examines the underpinnings of China’s New Silk Road.