Sandra Song examines the oft-overlooked dangers of bioterrorism.
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“Inconceivable incompetence,” can we trust Pakistan?
Krista Burns on leaked Abbottabad Commission report and why Pakistan is an ineffective partner in the war against terrorism.
“And Keep Moving On”: Transforming NATO for 2020 and Canada’s Potential Role
Sam Hossack on the future of NATO and Canada’s role within the Alliance.
CCTV Nations: Surveillance Societies in the Fight Against Terror
Milosz Zak looks at the ever growing significance of closed-circuit television in “surveillance societies” and how it has factored into some recent cases of terrorism.
Machines at War: The Morality of Armed Robot Weapon Systems
While we are right to ban the development of robot weapon systems, reality dictates that the fears over their use may be at least somewhat exaggerated.
State of Emergency in Nigeria: No Easy Solution
Chris Edwards on the ongoing military operations in Nigeria and the history of Boko Haram in the country.
From Fighting Piracy to Terrorism, the PMPF Saga Continues
James M. Bridger traces the compelling story of the Puntland Maritime Police Force (PMPF).
The Struggle Against Somali Piracy: A NATO Success?
Aaron Willschick argues that despite Operation Ocean Shield’s perceived success in combating Somali maritime piracy, the reduction in pirate attacks may have less to do with NATO action and more to do with private security firms.
Looking Over Your Shoulder: NATO and the Rise of ‘Green on Blue’ Attacks in Afghanistan
Aaron Willschick looks at the increase of ‘green on blue attacks’ as the latest evidence that NATO’s best before date in Afghanistan is well past due.
A Lack of Coordination: The U.S., Canada and the Threat of Maritime Attacks
Despite the increased coordination in Canada-U.S. border security since 9/11, Aaron Willschick argues that the two countries are still far apart when it comes to the perceived risk to their maritime borders.