On Tuesday, December 9, 2014, Ukrainian president Petro Poroshenko called for a “day of silence” aimed at establishing the latest ceasefire between government soldiers and rebels in Ukraine’s eastern regions of Donetsk and Luhansk.
Peace & Conflict Studies
NATO Secretary General’s Visit to Afghanistan Marks the Beginning of the End of ISAF
Alison Duran examines the evolving relationship of NATO in Afghanistan from ISAF to Resolute Support.
Medak Pocket: Canada at war in Yugoslavia
Looking at Canada’s role in the international world, John Pollock looks at the Canada’s involvement in the former Yugoslavia and the Medak Pocket.
Examining the link between development and democracy: the case of Ethiopia (2/2)
Scrutinising the two terms ‘development’ and ‘democracy’ in this second part will help determine whether or not the two are compatible.
November 30 – The Ukraine Crisis: An Interactive Broadcast with Experts in Ukraine, Russia and the West
For more information regarding the event, please see the ICDiplomacy Website.
Canada and its Allies: Arctic Strategies
While the world tends to look towards the Middle East and Asia today, Erik Underwood looks North, examining the military capabilities of the Arctic coastal states.
Examining the Link Between Development and Democracy: the case of Ethiopia (1/2)
Ethiopia is often hailed as a stalwart for African development, but what implications does this have for democracy in the country?
Canadian News Coverage of the Parliament Shootings
Canadian coverage of last week’s shootings in Ottawa draws positive response from news networks around the world.
Turning Up the Heat
Anojan Nicholas looks at how climate change could create greater political instability throughout the world
The Enemy of My Enemy
IS may have added a new dimention to the Syrian conflict, but was it ever as simple as viewing it as a bilateral struggle? Daniel Woodburn considers the complex nature of Syria’s belligerent situation.