Will the thawing tensions between Israel and Turkey produce strong diplomatic ties? Sophie Barnett discusses how the recent agreement between the two states could transform Israel’s role within NATO.
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The Triumph of Fear Over Openness: Britain’s Messy Divorce from the EU
The world was shocked when Britain voted to leave the EU. Sonia Liang discusses the negative political and economic consequences of this decisions for Britain.
NAFTA’S Fight to Show Unity Post Brexit
Brexit has been felt the strongest in the EU but the effects have reached beyond the single market. Kristyn Byrne discusses what growing protectionist tendencies mean for NAFTA.
Program Spotlight: International Relations at the University of Toronto
Through the Program Spotlight Series, Jeyolyn Christi gives us a brief overview of various prestigious universities and colleges to study International Relations. This week: International Relations at University of Toronto!
Oil Exploration Begins in the Sea of Okhotsk as Russia and Norway Continue to Co-operate
Norwegian-Russian co-operation is affecting Canada’s policy decisions on the Arctic and Russian aggression in the far north.
Buyer’s Remorse: US Congress Considers Changes to Rapid Acquisition Process
In times of national security threats, procurement needs to happen swiftly. Ensuring that financial resources are not wasted is the focus of new legislation.
Security Implications of the Brexit
Matthew Rae discusses the security implications of United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union
Taking Terrorism to an International Court: Ayyash et. al. continues to trial in The Hague
The Special Tribunal for Lebanon is delivering justice for former Lebanese prime minister Rafik Hariri and other victims of the Feb 14, 2005 bombings in Beirut in a unique way.
Near and Distant Future: The Warsaw Summit and NATO’s Withdrawal from Afghanistan
After 15 years, the upcoming Warsaw Summit presents a major opportunity to set the agenda for NATO’s withdrawal from one of its longest ongoing military commitments. Juliette Bronchtein discusses why instead, the future seems to be more of the same.
Powder Keg: Venezuela, Food Insecurity, and Political Unrest
Amid mass rioting over the past weeks, Catherine Gao looks at the relationship between food insecurity and Venezuela’s political unrest.