Chaos theory holds that there’s predictability in seemingly random events. So, is it possible to predict world events using mathematical models? Or assist in development of military applications?
Tag: Syria
Month 13 and a Reflection on the Economic Impact of Refugees in Canada
As Month 13 looms for many Syrians who are trying their hand at integrating into Canada without financial assistance, it is a pivotal point in the country’s ability to see their presence as a blessing as opposed to a burden.
What are the Dangers of a Post ISIS Middle East?
As various sects and tribes experience tensions, find out what dangers could remain in the Middle East after the defeat ISIS.
When Airstrikes Go Wrong: Examining the Narrative After the Mosul Airstrike
With the recent increase in civilian casualties from coalition airstrikes in Iraq and Syria, Farah Bogani examines the narrative emerging from the Mosul airstrike.
Canadian Forces’ Future Involvement in Syria
As the US steps up its military presence in Syria, Nick Raffey discusses Canada’s future role in the Syrian theater.
Andrew Carswell, Senior Delegate to Canada for ICRC speaks to NAOC
Tune in to the two-part podcast interview by NAOC Research Analyst Sha Lalapet and Senior Delegate to Canada for ICRC Andrew Carswell
The Yazidi Genocide: A Fight for Justice
Jacqueline Hicks examines the Yazidi people’s fight for justice two years after ISIS began its systemic slaughter of the ethno-religious group in August 2014.
The case for a Foreign Intelligence Agency in Canada
Ryan Atkinson makes the case for a Canadian Foreign Intelligence Agency.
Drawing lines in the sand: why partitioning Syria may be the only means to managing an enduring civil war
With over five years of bloodshed on all fronts of the Syrian civil war, and with no reasonable solution in sight, Jayson Derow analyzes whether the separation of ethnic groups through de facto partition is a feasible strategy to manage ethnic conflict, or is such an approach actually a conflict waiting to happen?
Russian Pivot on Military Trading
The purpose of this article is mainly to present the latest developments of Russian foreign military trading which took place between 2015 and 2016, while evaluating the available sources and information coming from the field.