Tyler Amos examines the implications of the recent decision of the MONUSCO operation to take up arms in the face of increased militia attacks.
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Russian War Games
Peter Charnvarnichborikar analyzes the two distinctive aspects of Russian Arm Forces; size, and speed of deployment during Sakhalin Island military exercise.
Picking up the Slack
Discussing the concept of “Smart Defence,” Krista Burns argues that the US should leave the acquisition of military technologies for the defence of Europe to Europeans.
A New Age of Intelligence Collection
Samantha Hossack reflects on the practices of the 21st century intelligence community.
Rouhani Isn’t the Boss: No Reason to Expect Change in Iran
Dylan Crimmins illuminates the complexities of the Iranian political system and predicts inertia for the Rouhani presidency.
The Future of NATO Part Two: the Global Alliance
George P.R. Benson-Patterson on the upcoming decisions NATO members will have to make. Part two of two.
7 Questions: One for each day of the week
With the recent birth of the Prince George to William and Kate, the notion of “royalty” has been thrust center stage. In this vein, Zahra Sachedina assess the key questions facing another royal – King Abdullah of Jordan
Why Can’t Banks Just be Banks? The “Too big to fail” Issue
Tyler Amos analyzes the diversification of the biggest financial companies and assesses their impact on the real economy.
The Politics of Transatlantic Espionage
Daniel Troup argues that European anger over revelations of US spying conceals a deeper geopolitical reality.
Japan Looks North: Trading Through the Arctic
Georgi Ivanov explores the importance and potential of the northern routes for Japanese economic stability.