Who Were the Major Victors and Losers in the Iraq War?
The Iraq War presented opportunities for several groups to thrive while others endured a terrible plight. A nuanced appreciation of these issues is necessary.
Is Liberal Interventionism Dead?
Liberal interventionism is a dying trend due to two main factors. Firstly, due to the emerging norm of human rights over sovereignty, and secondly via the the realization of the extreme costs involved in intervention – both financial and geopolitical.
Sunni-Shia Tensions in the Iran-Iraq War
Sunni- Shi’ite tensions came to a head following the revolution in Iran that sought to spread its message, threatening the domestic security of the Sunni Baath party.
Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions
Iran has no intentions of stopping its nuclear program in the short term. To deal with this problem, the international community must establish a united strategy and overcome inherent divisions.
Is Torture Ever Acceptable in COIN Operations?
Torture is not a necessity in counterinsurgency as a tactic or a strategy, even in extreme situations in which it appears a tempting option.
The Resilience of Arab Spring Monarchies
The consequences of the Arab Spring will be different for monarchies than for republics. Arab monarchies are stronger structurally, and more flexible.
Have Oil Reserves in the Middle East Created Economic Modernisation and Political Stagnation?
Oil revenue alone cannot be blamed for political stagnation in the Middle East nor is it a guarantee of economic development. Attention must also be given to nature of a country’s government and how open it is.
The Six Day and Yom Kippur Wars in Historical Context
The cataclysmic Arab-Israeli conflicts of 1967 and 1973 have in many ways defined today’s conflict. But, what were the main strategic and political consequences of these two wars?
How US Foreign Policy affects Iran’s Identity: Implications for the Nuclear Issue
This dissertation aims to establish the cumulative effect that the interactions between the USA and Iran have had on Iran’s identity.
The Foreign Affairs Select Committee and UK Foreign Policy
The FAC is powerless compared to other committees; although most recommendations are taken on, many are weak and unsubstantial.
