With ongoing back and forth accusations over violations of a 1987 treaty, Christopher Cowen examines Russia’s concerns over the applicability of this Cold War era treaty in the modern world.
The United States of America
ISIL’s Threat to World Economy
Anojan Nicholas describes in detail the threat ISIL poses to the global energy supply
Is Leadership Decapitation an Efficient Counter-terrorist Strategy?
Are targeted killings an effective method of counter terrorism?
The Many Challenges for Haider al-Abadi and the Future of Iraq
Alexander Liatsis weighs in on the challenges before Iraq’s Prime Minister elect Haider al-Abadi.
The NATO Response Force and Free Riding
Christopher Cowan analyzes the issue of NATO members shirking their responsibilities to the alliance and the ramifications this could have on proposed additions to the Alliance’s capabilities.
The Islamic State in Iraq
Why the execution of James Foley will not impact US military involvement in Iraq.
Iraq 2014: A Breeding Ground for Foreign Fighters and Fundamentalism
Sayde-Hope Crystal examines the growing export of homegrown terrorists overseas.
Back to School: A Social Class Indicator
As classes begin, Carlos Abarca examines how back-to-school has become an indicator of Canada’s social social class system.
A Dark Side of 3D Printers: Printed Guns
Piotr Zulauf examines how the advent of 3D printing may have dangerous consequences.
Emerging Procurement – Brazil’s Military Modernization
Gabriel Mallows weighs in on Brazil’s efforts to upgrade its armed forces as its global footprint deepens.