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Modern Jihad vs. Qur’anic Jihad: Clearing up Western Misconceptions and Eradicating the Legitimacy of Islamic Terrorist Groups

Samer Khurshid in this article serves to clear western misconceptions of Islam, Jihad and the Quran whilst simultaneously eradicating the legitimacy of Islamic Terrorist Organizations like Al – Qaeda.

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Why We Have to Intervene After Chemical Attacks

The world may never agree on chemical weapons attacks. Buzz Lanthier-Rogers explains why that cannot, and does not, stop us from acting.

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Interview with Ian Bradbury: Daesh’s collapse, the Kurds, and Iraq today

Edward Tat interviews Ian Bradbury, founder of the 1st New Allied Expeditionary Force, on the deteriorating situation in post-Daesh Iraq and the subsequent need for peace-building and deradicalization efforts.

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What Next After Orlando?

Our program editors consider how the U.S. should respond to the mass shooting in Orlando.

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The Evolution of Lone Wolf Terrorism

Juliette Bronchtein explores the changing nature of the lone wolf terrorism phenomenon and its impact on security threats.

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Cyber-Nuclear Security: An Emerging Threat

Julia Peng explores the digital threat of nuclear security, and how policy needs to adapt to the rapidly evolving discipline.

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Banks, Bombs, and Blood Money: Targeting the Islamic State’s Financial Assets

Is money a legitimate target under international law? Genevieve Zingg examines terrorist financing, and the legal and humanitarian implications of targeting the Islamic State’s financial assets.

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ISIS and The Destruction of Material Culture

ISIS’ occupation of Mosul and Nineveh Plains villages in northern Iraq, has displaced hundreds of thousands of individuals from their homes. The Nineveh Plain region is dotted with ancient Assyrian villages, monasteries, churches, and other historically significant sites that speak to a vibrant community that has survived for thousands of years in the area. The Read More…

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The Right Will Not Be Left Behind

Vedran Kuljanin discusses the rise of far-right political parties in Europe and the real world effects their policies have brought.

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Refugee Sponsorship: A Community in Crisis

This is the summary of an interview about community based refugee sponsorship in Toronto.