Daniel argues that gender equality can be measured in any country by the number of defense portfolios awarded to women throughout its history, with Minister of Defense being the most telling.
International Relations
NATO and the Nordics Part One: Sweden’s NATO debate in the wake of Russian bellicosity
In Part one, Ben Abonyi assesses Sweden’s strategic connections with NATO, and Russian aggression against Sweden’s potential NATO membership.
Will China’s New Bank Shift the Global Balance of Power?
As strong Western European countries invest in China’s new bank, Brian Merry discusses its implications on the US as China seeks to shape a modified order.
Alliance Between Boko Haram and ISIS: What Does it Mean?
Vanessa Hayford explores what the recent allegiance pledged by Boko Haram to the Islamic State in Syria and Iraq (ISIS) means for the future of Jihadism in the Middle East and West Africa.
Putin’s Precarious Position: Part One
In part one, Stefano Spensieri examines how Putin has placed Russia in a difficult financial situation due to aggressive military expansion.
Minsk II Talks: The Path to Peace?
Will the Minsk II Talks prove successful in bringing about an end to the Russo-Ukrainian conflict?
A Jordanian Response to ISIS: Section II
Section I of this series examined the Jordanian reaction to Lt. Moath Kasasbeh’s execution and concepts of legitimizing military operations through public sentiment in times of crisis. Military action, however, is not a clear-cut path to annihilating this extremist threat. Contesting ISIS’s influence must not be restricted to sheer military power, and should include ideological Read More…
Smart Defense, Group Procurement, and Interoperability: Examining the Current State of Affairs
Jenny Yang discusses increased arms cooperation and the facilitation of procurement among NATO members.
Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine
Amidst a recent surge in violence in the war-torn Eastern region of Ukraine, Olga Radchenko examines the deteriorating humanitarian situation and the failures of the central government.
The Falling Ruble, Hybrid Warfare, and the Seventh Column: An Interview with Robert Coalson on the Situation in Russia and Ukraine
Jenny Yang interviews Sr. Correspondent of Radio Free Europe, Robert Coalson, on Russia, Ukraine and Canada’s role in the future of the region.