Not only do unclear objectives delegitimize war efforts, but so too does setting a time limit for withdrawal. Jayson Derow discusses why any political and military success against ISIS will not be sustainable unless accompanied by a comprehensive political process and an enduring commitment to the complete eradication of ISIS.
What are NATO’s responses to threats in its Eastern Flank? Pierre-Olivier discusses the two major expectations from the Warsaw summit, and the implications for collective security at a time of renewed antagonism between Russia and the United States.
What has enabled NATO to maintain its position in the international security arena? Lira Loloci discusses how NATO’s role evolved and adapted to respond to the new challenges of the 21st century.
Sophie Barnett discusses Israel’s recent acceptance to establish a Permanent Office at NATO Headquarters, and the implications of a continued upgrade in NATO-Israel relations.
Rejeanne Lacroix examines South Caucasian Security and the South Ossetian Referendum.
Winning the conflict against ISIS will entail reaching a solidified victory, focusing on changing geopolitics, and observing lessons from the War on Terror in Afghanistan. Jayson Derow analyzes Canada’s strategy of utilizing military advisors within the Iraqi Security Forces to degrade ISIS.
What do Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Georgia, and Macedonia have in common? All are – for better or for worse – pursuing NATO membership. Our new program editors and research analysts weigh in on whether the Alliance should continue to enlarge.
Michael Kang discusses the political maneuvering and policies behind Putin’s consistently high approval ratings.
Sonia Liang discusses the possibility of Moldova’s NATO membership in the face of emerging national security threats.
Following the deadly outbreak of violence between Azerbaijan and Armenia in the perpetually unstable conflict of Nagorno-Karabakh, Neil Siviter examines what role NATO can play to facilitate peace.