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Tag: Syria
The Scorched Earth: Aleppo
What has become of Aleppo, one of the world’s oldest cities in Syria? Sha Lalapet traces its historical significance and explains its current state in light of the Syrian conflict.
Social Integration During Times of Crisis
How can refugees be integrated economically and socially? Sonia Liang analyzes the critical issue of integration during times of crisis.
Is NATO Prepared in Case of a Chemical, Biological, Nuclear, or Radiological Attack? The ongoing CBRN Threat and Canada’s Role in Protection and Defence
In this article, Kelsie Chasse discusses recent developments in CBRN warfare and Canada’s role in defence domestically and abroad.
Analysis: The Broken Ceasefire in Syria
How did the Syrian ceasefire change relations between US and Russia? Sha Lalapet analyses the week-long Syrian ceasefire and the international implications that unfolded as a result.
Autocrats against Rebels against Terrorists: The Difficulty of Creating Peace in Syria
Will the ceasefire succeed? Michele Di Leo analyzes why the chaos in Syria means that a long-term plan for peace will be difficult to create.
US-Russia Brokerage: What does the Current Ceasefire in Syria mean?
What does the current ceasefire in Syria mean? Who gains what? Sha Lalapet examines the effects of the deal on regional stability and international relations.
Why the ICC cannot Prosecute ISIS
Claudia Nieroda discusses the International Criminal Court’s lack of power behind prosecuting ISIS.
Defying International Law, Syria and the Islamic State Accused of Using Chemical Weapons
Despite promising to destroy its stockpile of chemical weapons, Syria has once again been accused of using the banned arms against its civilians. The Islamic State has also been accused and these accusations were levelled in a new UN report released earlier this month.
Interview with James Appathurai
Andi Asimetaj interviews Deputy Assistant Secretary General for Political Affairs and Security Policy and NATO Secretary General’s Special Representative for the Caucasus and Central Asia, James Appathurai.