Maureen Handrahan discusses a potential NATO peace operation as part of the resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Part I of II.
The Middle East and North Africa
Middle East Region
Russia Gone Rogue: Arms Deals and Instability in the Middle East
Alexandra Zakreski examines how Russian policy is deliberately undermining US and NATO interests in the Middle East.
The War on Al Qaeda Isn’t Over
Krista Burns argues that the war on Al Qaeda is far from over; it has just moved to new locations.
Syrian opposition forces need help, but it won’t come from NATO
Dylan Crimmins on why NATO will not intervene in the Syrian crisis.
Malala’s Message: The Fight for the Right to Education
Katie Joyce discusses the impact of Malala Yousafzai’s landmark equal-rights education campaign.
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.
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
Combatting Gender-Based Violence in Zaatari Refugee Camp
Hanna Murray discusses how gender-based violence within Zaatari refugee camp can be addressed.
NATO Dollars and Sense
Leah Nosal on Canada’s current participation in NATO.
BBM, Whatsapp, or iMessage: How cellphones are a part of the solution to post-war Afghanistan
Zahra Sachedina notes the positive effect mobile phones and their technology is having in Afghanistan and their potential in re-developing the country