In a major policy speech on Thursday, May 23, US President Barack Obama introduced several important, yet subtle, changes in the character and course of the American war on terror. The most notable changes came in the form of unmanned drone strike procedures, where lethal drones have been used to target Al-Qaeda operatives in Pakistan Read More…
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Shaping Perceptions and Protecting Rights: Transnational Migration in Perspective
George P.R. Benson-Patterson on the positive potential of human migration patterns.
Tactical Nuclear Weapons: Lessons from History
Emma Lecavalier on the political motives behind increased spending on the B61 gravity nuclear bomb.
NATO, Libya, an Syria: The Path Ahead
Leah Nosal examines Canada and NATO’s involvement in Libya and the path forward for Syria.
Ready to Turn the Corner? Britain and Maritime Piracy in Somalia
Aaron Willschick looks at the recent measures taken by Britain to reduce Somali pirate attacks and argues that the African country may finally be on the road to recovery.
Reprogramming Currency: The Bitcoin Revolution
Diana Rivera explains Bitcoin, the newest virtual currency and its implications for central banks and economics.
Beyond the NATO Mission: The Future of Afghanistan’s Security
Tim Feller investigates the future of Afghanistan’s security as NATO forces prepare to withdraw.
East Coast vs. West Coast: The Differences in Maritime Piracy in Africa
Aaron Willschick looks at the puzzling issue of why pirate attacks have risen on Africa’s west coast and drastically fallen on the east coast in the Gulf of Aden.
Canadian Mining in Africa: Risks and Rewards
Chris Edwards on Canada’s role in mining efforts in Africa.
National Post: Calls grow for army to help search for Canadian Forces reservist lost in Australian mountains after ‘voices’ heard
Canadian Forces Reservist Prabhdeep Srawn has been missing in Australia since May 13.