Putin in Latin America: A New Era of Cooperation?
As Putin faces sizeable opposition from the West for its intervention in Ukraine, Russia is keen to deepen its ties with other parts of the world such as Latin America.
The Peloponnesian War and Killer Robots: Norms of Protection in Security Policy
We need not be grateful for the ‘protection’ of killer robots; we may instead mimic Lysistrata and humanize the very structure of protection in the 21st century.
Contending Nakba-denial: The Role of Oral and Visual Testimonies
The potential of oral testimonies lies in their ability to create spaces of human interaction in areas where recognition & engagement are not usually forthcoming.
The Future of the Organization of American States
Given the complexity of regional politics in Latin America, the success of the OAS depends on its ability to become relevant again.
Rapid Fire: Is the Ukraine Crisis the West’s Fault? Part 3
It may seem trivial to state that the west helped cause, rather than did cause, the crisis in Ukraine but from a theoretical point of view, this distinction is essential.
Rapid Fire: Is the Ukraine Crisis the West’s Fault? Part 2
The Ukrainian crisis represents a dangerous and unpredictable situation generated by several actors. Attributing blame, as Mearsheimer does, does not promote dialogue.
Rapid Fire: Is the Ukraine Crisis the West’s Fault? Part 1
Because Russia cares too much and Europe cares too little for Ukraine, a state’s sovereignty is shattered, its people divided, and its future is now uncertain.
Rethinking Change and Continuity in Japanese Defense Policy and Politics
Japan has been following a deliberate course in the reform of its defense policy. This has emphasized gradual change over revolutionary breaks. More changes are to come.
The Inversion of Just War Theory
Despite universalist pretensions, Just War Theory has served partisan interests throughout Operation Protective Edge; ultimately enabling rather than proscribing killing.
The Afghan Diaspora and Post-Conflict State Building in Afghanistan
Among the groups involved in the post-conflict dynamics, the Afghan diaspora is an important participant. However, certain aspects of this are problematic.
