An Examination of Decisions to Intervene in Libya and Syria
The crises in Libya and Syria, whilst similar in nature, have elicited very different reactions from the international community over the past year.
R2P: Alive and Well or the Road to Hell?
With torture reportedly rife, tens of thousands of Libyans in early graves, and a government instilled that could be as bad as the last, the people of Libya are far from protected.
The Popularity of the ‘New Terrorism’ Discourse
It seems that there have been many new phases of terrorism over the years—so many so that the definition of ‘new’ has been stretched significantly and applied relatively across decades.
How Far Can Clausewitzian Concepts Be Applied To The Nuclear Age?
Although there are some aspects of Clausewitzian concepts that can be applied to the nuclear age, a distortion of his ideas are necessary for them to fit.
Counterterrorism and Counterinsurgency: Competing Approaches to Anti-Terrorism
When comparing the approaches of COIN and CT to actors, grievances and legitimacy, it is clear that the two are not complementary.
Are Wars Lost by Politicians or Generals?
Politicians lose wars either by setting goals that are not achievable by the means available, or by interfering with the military chain of decision-making.
The Rational Logic Behind North Korea’s Military Diplomacy
There is a rational logic behind North Korea’s military diplomacy, which intertwines national identity, military first politics, and domestic internal strife under the leadership of the Kim family.
How Accurate is Democratic Peace Theory?
Democratic peace theory is far from being a clear-cut scientific model, however, when we ask, ‘Is peace between democracies more likely than peace between differing political leaderships?’ the answer must be a conditional yes.
Flight of the Drone: Geopolitical Analysis of Drone Warfare over the Gaza Strip
This paper critically analyses how the Hermes 450 and UCAVs as objects project political power in territorial conflicts and disputes.
The Essentially Misunderstood Nature of Political Islam
This essay rejects the notion that Islam is radical and suggests that portraying it as such is a direct consequence of America’s misconceptions about the scope and reach of Islamic values.
