As the bloodshed continues to rise in Syria, the U.S. and NATO continue to deliberate on getting involved militarily. Aaron Willschick argues that a more balanced NATO is desperately needed to help even out the burden.
Western Europe
Western Europe related posts.
UK Foreign Policy after Afghanistan
Daniel Troup discusses the domestic political situation in the UK and what it might mean for its future foreign policy.
Why Thomas de Maiziere is not a good choice for NATO
Peter Charnvarnichborikarn discusses why Thomas de Maiziere is not a good choice for NATO.
Unequal Partnership: European-US Relations in NATO
Daniel Troup discusses Europe’s reliance on US defense and security.
The Limits to Europe’s Union
Daniel Troup discusses the prospects for change in European regional governance in the context of the continent’s economic crisis.
Smart Defence: NATO’s Attempt at Offsetting Austerity
Aaron Willschick looks at the primary issues revolving around NATO’s smart defence initiative and argues that it is time for Europe to reinvest in their defense budgets.
When can you negotiate with terrorists?
Tyler Amos comments on terrorist negotiations and the US decision to initiate talks with the Taliban in Qatar.
Austria’s Golan Heights Withdrawal: The Cost of Escalation?
Daniel Troup discusses Austria’s withdrawal from the Golan Heights and Europe’s divided approach to the conflict in Syria.
A UK-led Arctic Organization: Could it Work?
Georgi Ivanov discusses the viability and effectiveness of the proposed UK-led Arctic organization
Border Controls and Europe’s Immigration Debate
Daniel Troup analyzes Europe’s border security measures amidst economic crisis and anti-immigrant sentiment.