A Balanced Perception of Religion in International Relations
As religion is not expected to disappear, there is an urgent need to use it advantageously in making the world more secure and to make its positive potential more known.
Theory and Other Languages
While utilizing theory, can potentially be done only on the basis of existing translations, anything more substantive will benefit from attention to the original source.
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: From Occupation to (De)Legitimization?
The (de)legitimization game has recently gained significance in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and is made sense of by critically discussing three basic assumptions.
Transforming IR Education in Japan
In recent years scholars have started to consider alternative approaches to the study of IR, while at the same time scholars in Japan are adapting how they approach the subject.
The Greek Referendum as Societal Schism
Regardless the Greek referendum’s turnout, Greece will not be able to avoid another austerity plan that will hinder the country’s non-existent ascent to development.
Neither Desperate Nor Stronger: The Adaptation of Al Shabaab
Despite international pressure, Al Shabaab has done a good job of avoiding defeat and adapting to new challenges throughout East Africa.
Sexual Modernity in Amazonia
Sexual perspectives matter because they reveal ‘modernity’ in unexpected places. Gay pride celebrations and homo-affective Tikuna couples tell ‘unexpected’ stories.
Power-sharing in Africa: Does It Still Have a Role to Play?
Despite its bleak results, power-sharing should not yet be dismissed altogether because it still offers the most promising tool for dealing with deeply-divided places.
LGBT Pride: Marching on the Front Lines
Pride events remain a critical moment of visibility of the LGBT movement. But the global movement will continue to progress and create new alliances for gaining equality.
A Seat at the Table: International LGBTQ Rights at the United Nations
Despite promising developments, initiatives to include sexual orientation and gender identity as protected categories under law have largely failed at the United Nations.
