Sarah Danruo Wang continues this series on Syria’s current alliances with an analysis of the relations between China and Syria. Particular attention is given to the contentious notion of “humanitarian intervention”.
The Middle East and North Africa
Middle East Region
NATO’s Mediterranean Dialogue
Dario Sidhu on the successes and failures of NATO’s partnerships in the Middle East and North Africa.
Who is General al-Sisi?
Brody McDonald on Egypt’s top Military Commander, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi
Understanding China’s Syria Strategy: Stability, Realpolitik, and Sovereignty
Dylan Crimmins explores China’s motivations in policy action toward the Syrian crisis
Jordan’s Uncertain Future
Brody McDonald on Jordan’s precarious position in the Middle East.
Mapping the Syrian Conflict: On the Ground and Online
On Thursday, September 26, the NATO Council of Canada hosted Alex Corbeil, the NATO Council’s Senior Middle East Advisor, to discuss the origins and present state of the conflict in Syria.
Reclaiming the word “Madrasa”
Zahra Sachedina discusses the roots behind the term “Madrasa” and its influence on religion.
A comparison between Jabhat Al-Nusra and Free Syrian Army: Jihadist Militant Groups in Syria
Khemesse Diop discusses the Jihadist militant groups in Syria: Al-Nusra Front and Free Syrian Army.
The Syrian Conflict, The Definitive Guide Part 2: The Current Situation
A basic guide to the current situation in Syria, including the refugee crisis, the use of chemical weapons, and possible foreign intervention
What is Hezbollah?
Vivek Prabhu on Hezbollah and its mission.