Review – Russia’s Overlooked Invasion
Hauter convincingly recasts Donbas as a Russian invasion using digital forensics, which, while innovative, is a contested method due to its reliance on online sources.
E-IR x BISA: Roland Bleiker on Emotions, Visuality and International Politics
Roland Bleiker, the Keynote Speaker of the BISA Conference 2025, speaks about emotions and visuality in international politics, the conference, advice to young scholars and more.
Interview – Emma Salisbury
Emma Salisbury discusses defence policy, naval strategy, and military innovation, analysing how shifting global dynamics shape UK security and AUKUS ties.
E-IR x BISA – Day 3
The Thinking Global Team bring to you the highlights from Day 3 of the British International Studies Association (BISA) Conference 2025 in Belfast.
E-IR x BISA – Day 2
The Thinking Global Team bring to you the highlights from Day 2 of the British International Studies Association (BISA) Conference 2025 in Belfast.
E-IR x BISA – Day 1
The Thinking Global Team bring to you the highlights from Day 1 of the British International Studies Association (BISA) Conference 2025 in Belfast.
Interview – Alexandra Phelan
Alexandra Phelan explores insurgent legitimation, gender, and political violence, with a focus on Latin America, terrorism, and post-conflict transitions.
Interview – James Graham Wilson
James Graham Wilson reflects on Cold War policy, archival research, and Paul Nitze’s legacy, whilst urging IR scholars to “always tell a story” to sustain engagement.
Interview – Koen Slootmaeckers
Koen Slootmaeckers discusses queer IR, EU politics, and burnout in academia, inviting scholars to prioritise self-care and build kinder communities.
Review – Rebel Militias in Eastern Ukraine
Laryš’s analysis of Russia’s proxy war in Donbas is rich in theory and detail, though occasionally weighed down by dense structure and unclear chronology.
