Peace & Conflict Studies
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A Short History of Nearly Everything NATO: Pt. 2

Aishwarya and Ian continue their joint series examining the history of NATO. This week, they focus on NATO and Canada’s role in the Kosovo War.
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NATO in Cyberspace—How Important is the Tallinn Manual 2.0?

Ian is discussing the Tallinn Manual 2.0, and what needs to be addressed for Canada and NATO’s future in cyberspace.
Asia-Pacific Defence Spending Defense Development Diplomatic Relations Intelligence & National Security Margaret Polk Naval Issues Naval Issues Naval Modernization Peace & Conflict Studies Procurement Security Southeast Asia Technology

China’s Military Parade Examined

Margaret looks at the arsenal of military technology displayed on the Chinese military parade, including the game changing “carrier killer”
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‘Killer Robots’ and the Future of Security

Ian is discussing the positive impacts that Artificial Intelligence and Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems could play in the future of security and combat.
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Defense Development Diplomatic Relations Eastern Europe and Russia Europe Germany Intelligence & National Security International Law & Policy International Relations Jenny Yang NATO Peace & Conflict Studies Russia Security Society Technology The United States of America Uncategorized Western Europe

Information: The Perfect Weapon in Today’s Wired World, A Three-Part Series

In the final installment of a three-part series, Jenny looks at “countering disinformation campaigns” during the Cold War, and the lessons we can learn from them.

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Turkey’s Policy Shift in Iraq and Syria Both Excites, and Baffles NATO

Umaima examines Turkey’s policy shift in Iraq and Syria, and why it’s confusing NATO. Is this a positive, or negative development in the fight against ISIS?

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Einstein once asked Freud, “Why war?” Freud replied, “Because man is what he is.”

Victoria asks the questions: Why is sexualized violence so prevalent in modern and historical conflict? Is ISIS’ utilization of sexual violence and slavery the exception or the rule in war?