Section I of this series examined the Jordanian reaction to Lt. Moath Kasasbeh’s execution and concepts of legitimizing military operations through public sentiment in times of crisis. Military action, however, is not a clear-cut path to annihilating this extremist threat. Contesting ISIS’s influence must not be restricted to sheer military power, and should include ideological Read More…
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Smart Defense, Group Procurement, and Interoperability: Examining the Current State of Affairs
Jenny Yang discusses increased arms cooperation and the facilitation of procurement among NATO members.
The Challenge of Housing Syrian Refugees
Malcolm discusses the ways in which different countries are dealing with the admittance of Syrian refugees.
Syrian Refugees in Jordan: Loss of Free Healthcare and Recurrent Deportations
In his latest article, Michael explores Jordan’s capacity to absorb refugees fleeing Syria’s war and to provide adequate health care and education services.
Early Elections and the Controversial ‘Nation-State’ Bill
In her latest article, Sayde-Hope Crystal discusses the dissolution of the Israeli Knesset and the controversial ‘Nation-State’ bill making its way through Israeli Parliament.
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.
One Year After the Lampedusa Tragedy – A Reflection on the International Legal Regime on Refugees
In her latest article, Angel Difan Chu discusses the Lampedusa Tragedy and reflects on the International Legal Regime on Refugees.
Who said foreign policy couldn’t be “domesticated”?
Anojan looks at how different diaspora communities in the United States and Canada have sought to include their interests within the wider foreign policy goals of their adopted homeland
Za’atari: Tale of a Leviathan
Samir Mourani provides a glimpse into the life of Syrian refugees in Jordan’s Za’atari refugee camp.
Are we Witnessing R2P Action in Iraq?
As the situation with IS escalates, Ben Abonyi explores the the idea of the Responsibility to Protect and its pertinence to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.