An analysis of Obama’s speech announcing airstrikes on Syria. Was it really the best strategy to announce the U.S. intentions of war to the world?
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats
The NAOC’s Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Program features an in-depth analysis of latest trends, developments, and threats in international security. New security concerns are always on the horizon and our program seeks to examine these domains including global warming, natural resources, drones, urban conflicts, and cyberspace.
The program’s mandate is to keep Canadians informed on these rapidly developing and increasingly pivotal realms that are integral to all aspects of security.
Growing Issue of U.S Cyber Security
In his most recent article, Piotr Zulauf discusses the growing issues of Cyber Security in the United States of America.
Oklahoma Beheading: An Act of Terrorism Influenced by the Islamic State?
Samantha Di Santo examines if the recent beheading in Moore, Oklahoma could be connected to religious extremism.
Iran’s Developing Military Capabilities Part II: Battlefield Rockets and Cruise Missles
In the second article of his series on the development of Iranian military capabilities, Shahryar Pasandideh looks at Iran’s battlefield rockets and cruise missiles.
US Requests Greater Canadian Contribution in Iraq as Some Suggest Increasing Investment in the CAF
As Canada deliberates how to contribute to the fight against IS, Ben Abonyi examines Canada’s defence spending and its impact on the Canadian Armed Forces ability to operate.
ISIS’ Silent Warriors: Why More and More Women are Choosing to Join the Terrorist Organization
Hannah Styffe examines the rise of female terrorist recruitment taking place within Iraq and Syria.
Iran’s Developing Military Capabilities Part I: Ballistic Missiles
In the first article of his series on the development of Iranian military capabilities, Shahryar Pasandideh looks at Iranian advances made in ballistic missiles.
The Growing Refugee and IDP Crisis in Afghanistan
In her latest article, Corinne Stancescu examines the plight of Afghan refugees despite Western involvement in Afghanistan coming to an end.
An interview with Ambassador Lauri Lepik, Estonia’s Permanant Represenatative to NATO
Jenny Yang interview’s Ambassador Lepik on the Security Situation in Estonia as well as Estonia’s Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
ISIS’ Message to Canadians: “You Will Not Feel Secure Even in Your Bedrooms”
With the rise of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, how safe are Canadians?