On July 1st, 2020, amendments to the Russian constitution were approved following a nationwide referendum. In this article, Demyan Plakhov discusses the implications of this constitutional reform.
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Afrexit: Withdrawal from the International Criminal Court
Demyan Plakhov investigates the ramifications of African nations wanting to withdraw from the ICC.
Russia Vetoes UN Ceasefire in Aleppo: The Fight Continues
Russian vetoes have been detrimental to progress on the Syrian conflict, with no end in sight.
Russia’s Military Conscription Policies
For young men in Russia, military conscription is a difficult reality that often comes with a difficult price. Russia’s conscription policies have been scrutinized by Human Rights Watch for the harmful impact this process has had on men subjected to the practice.
Terrorist Attacks in France: How safe is France?
Demyan Plakhov examines how safe France is after the terrorist attacks.
Terrorist Attacks in France: Cause and Effect
Demyan Plakhov examines France’s terrorist attacks.
Canadian Commitments: Before and After the NATO Summit (Part II)
Demyan Plakhov examines Canada’s commitments before and after the Summit in a two part series.
Canadian Commitments: Before and After the NATO Summit (Part I)
Demyan Plakhov examines Canada’s commitments after NATO’s summit in a two part series.
Cadets: Vital to Canada’s Society and Military
Demyan Plakhov examines Canada’s cadet program.
ICC: Making History and Breaking Records
Demyan Plakhov discusses how far the ICC has come.