Violent Non-State Actors in the Middle East: Origins and Goals
Violent Non-State Actors are formidable challengers of the legitimacy and security of the existing state system in the Middle East and to those who govern those states.
The Days of May (Again): What Happens to Brexit Now?
To snuff out Nigel Farage a second time, the Conservatives will almost certainly elect Boris Johnson, and he will push for a No Deal exit.
Theory Synthesis in Sport and International Relations Research
An inadequate embodiment of IR paradigms exists in contemporary ‘sport & IR’ research as soft power, although highly influential, remains theoretically simplistic.
The Impact of Omar Bashir’s Overthrow on Peace in South Sudan
The revolution in Sudan does not seem to have any radical effect on the South Sudan peace process, however, political dynamics suggest it will be negatively impacted.
Geography, Resources and the Geopolitics of Middle East Conflicts
Many have claimed the failure of states as a result of the uprisings and how they have led to destruction, yet overlook the role of states in creating these militias.
Science, Technology and Security in the Middle East
The technological dependence of Arab countries has enhanced their vulnerability to outside interference and reduced their internal, national integration.
Remembering D-Day: Questioning How We Compartmentalize War
The Mulberry Harbours were more than physical bridges. Historically they spanned a transition from 19th century British geopolitics to 20th century US geopolitics.
Freedom of Speech and Pure Science in the Digital Holocene
In political science we are meant to be a source of reliable information. We should not confuse our efforts at scientific discovery with the needs of politicians, pundits, or policy makers.
How Long Will the Dragon Wait? China and the Retrocession of Taiwan
The intent of China gaining Taiwan is a sacrosanct part of politico-policy and therefore China will retain its ‘total war’ attitude to the crisis.
Elite Choices, Path Dependency and the Arab Spring
Structural and demographic factors have been favoured as explanations for the Arab Spring, but more careful analysis and research points to the impact of national elites.
