Matthew Rae tackles how recent events can define Trudeau’s policy agenda and how this could make or break his term.
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The Kremlin and Russian Media
Ben analyzes the influence of Russian media on the current conflict in Syria
Can The West Work With Russia In Fighting ISIS?
Our program editors debate whether the West and Russia can overcome their policy differences for the sake of confronting ISIS.
NATO Enlargement Eastwards: Not Just a Matter of Geopolitics (Part II)
In Part 2 of this series, Živilė Marija Vaicekauskaite continues her examination of why Ukraine has not been offered a Membership Action Plan at this time.
NATO Enlargement Eastwards: Not Just a Matter of Geopolitics (Part I)
In Part I of this series, Živilė Marija Vaicekauskaite examines why the Baltic States were invited to join NATO, and why Ukraine has not been offered a Membership Action Plan at this time.
“Un Acte de Guerre:” What Does President Hollande’s Speech Mean for NATO and Canada
Ian Goertz uses the recent speech made by President Hollande following the Paris terror attacks to examine the importance of rhetoric in international relations.
The “New Cold War”: Pt. 1
Russia recently produced an image of a secret nuclear warhead capable of devastating the United States with a 500ft tsunami able to destroy every living thing within 1000 miles. It was of course just “a leak”. If history has anything to say, however, it is very likely that this was a premeditated strategic military move. Read More…
A False Dichotomy: The Choice Between Protecting NATO’s Eastern and Southern Flanks
Russia’s intervention in Syria and engagement with Western leaders following the Paris attacks marks a new level of convergence in the threats faced by NATO, Caitlin Vito writes.
The True North and Southern Katipo
While NATO’s Trident Juncture grabs the headlines, Paul Pryce discusses Canadian engagement in the multilateral exercise Southern Katipo.
Should Canada Increase Its Support for NATO Operations to Relieve the Burden of Allies?
On the eve of our annual fall conference, which looks at Canada’s role in NATO following the 2014 Wales Summit, our program editors debate whether Canada should do more to pull its weight.