Even as ‘smart defence’ has become a defining concept of NATO, the Alliance’s know-how and research – a kind of ‘knowledge dynamic’ – is being neglected. Paul Pryce discusses how Canada can fix that.
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The Imperial and Religious Roots of Anti-Homosexuality Legislation in the Global South and Eastern Europe
In his latest article, Kabir Bhatia explores Uganda’s, Goa’s, and Russia’s anti-homosexuality stances, and their roots in the doctrines of the Orthodox and Catholic churches.
“Je Suis Charlie?”: France Divided Through Social Media
Brian examines various reactions from social media users regarding the Paris attacks
ISIS, the Paris Attacks, and Islamic Radicalization in the West
An upswing of violence has plagued the Middle East for the better part of two decades, and has begun to spill onto foreign shores in the form of brutal acts of terror. With a power void in the Middle East following the withdrawal of coalition forces, the Islamic State (IS), the most brutal and violent Read More…
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.
Chinawood: Far East Influence on the American Film Industry
Brian Merry examines the impact of Hollywood’s interest in the surging Chinese film market.
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.
Interviewgate: A Tale of the Balance between Freedom of Expression and Security Pre-emption
In his latest article, Kabir Bhatia explores the Sony hack, the controversial film The Interview, and the importance of the continued protection of freedom of expression.
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.
Understanding the Contradictions of the Islamist Jihad Part I: Martyrdom as Female Empowerment or Female Repression?
Kabir Bhatia tries to make sense of the contradictions inherent in the fight for a fundamentalist Islamist order by female Jihadis.