Articles

The Westphalian Normalization Conundrum in Sub-Saharan West Africa: The Curious Case of Ivorian Soldiers

Ian Edgerly • Nov 6 2023 • Articles

Westernized theories might be updated to reflect so-called “non-normative” worldviews, thus allowing for deeper and more meaningful analysis.

Poems from Guantánamo: Writing as an Everyday Practice of Resistance

Yesa Portela Ormond • Nov 6 2023 • Articles

The Guantánamo poems show us that lives are connected, no matter where “we” are and no matter when “we” are. Like an everyday practice of resistance that is not ours, but talks to us.

Opinion – North Korea’s Nuclear Tests and Potential Human Rights Violations

Yuchan Kim • Nov 4 2023 • Articles

Despite regime propaganda asserting safety, multiple groups have raised accusations concerning radioactive leakage within, and beyond, North Korea.

Last Exit? A Three-State Solution to the Israel-Palestinian Dispute

Martin A. Smith • Nov 3 2023 • Articles

With neither the two- or one-state options offering a practical solution, a three-state option is the last chance to negotiate a sustainable exit.

Opinion – Keep an Eye on Djibouti

Mukesh Kapila • Nov 3 2023 • Articles

To fulfil its geographical destiny, Djibouti needs the international community to come together to help it become a decent, democratic, developed nation.

On the (Very) Ancient Origins of Just War and Its Lessons for Today

Rory Cox • Nov 2 2023 • Articles

Ancient just war traditions demonstrate how absolute judgements in the realms of morality or justice can intensify the brutality of war.

Now Recruiting – International Security Commissioning Editors

E-International Relations • Oct 31 2023 • Articles

E-International Relations is looking for volunteers who are passionate in helping us disseminate the latest research about the theory and practice of security.

Gaza First: The Centrality of Gaza in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Resolution

David J. Wilcox • Oct 31 2023 • Articles

The Gaza Strip has always been central to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and any political resolution to the Gaza Strip cannot deal with Gaza only.

Xi Jinping’s Civil Diplomacy Initiative: Origins, Purpose, and Challenges

Liye Hong • Oct 29 2023 • Articles

Despite recent high-level meetings between Chinese and American officials, the two nations continue to accuse each other on a variety of issues.

Why are South Koreans So Opposed to Accepting Refugees?

Once South Korea starts to feel the full impact of its declining birth rate, politicians and the public may be more welcoming to refugee resettlement.

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