As Libya approaches ‘Failed State’ status, the UN is rushing to find a peaceful solution.
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Algeria’s Maritime Push
The Algerian National Navy has been on a buying frenzy in recent years, amassing a significant maritime force. In September 2014, representing the culmination of a longer term procurement project, Italy’s Orizzonte Sistemi Navali (OSN) delivered Algeria’s new flagship, an 8,800-tonne amphibious assault ship called the Kalaat Beni-Abbes. But newer projects than OSN’s are currently Read More…
The Challenge of Housing Syrian Refugees
Malcolm discusses the ways in which different countries are dealing with the admittance of Syrian refugees.
Palestine Goes to Court
Zaid Al-Nassir examines the ramifications of Palestinian accession to the International Criminal Court.
“Je Suis Charlie?”: France Divided Through Social Media
Brian examines various reactions from social media users regarding the Paris attacks
Understanding the Contradictions of the Islamist Jihad Part II:The Moral, Jurisprudential, and Philosophical Contradictions
Kabir Bhatia argues that the Islamist Jihad lacks legitimacy due to its violation of Just War principles, Quranic text, and the Hegelian logic of duality.
The Battle over Women’s Rights in Afghanistan
Saman Rejali argues that while women’s rights served as a legitimizing force for the war in Afghanistan, Afghan women continue to be left out of the post-war decision-making processes affecting their lives.
Syrian Refugees in Jordan: Loss of Free Healthcare and Recurrent Deportations
In his latest article, Michael explores Jordan’s capacity to absorb refugees fleeing Syria’s war and to provide adequate health care and education services.
Canada’s Role in Mid-East Peace
Zaid Al-Nassir explores the Canadian approach towards the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and what changes must be made to further the peace process.
US Senate intelligence committee report: CIA “enhanced interrogation tactics” are not what American values stand for
The first 500 pages reveal “brutal” interrogation tactics used on terror suspects by the CIA. The Agency also stands accused of hiding its practices from the US government.