EU Membership for Russia: A Brief History of a Fantastical Idea
The concept of Russia joining the EU, while always unlikely, was not always unthinkable.
Opinion – What Has Trump Got Planned for Venezuela?
While Venezuela may be enmeshed in the narcotics trade, it does not constitute a threat to US national security.
The Geographic Framing of Israel
The struggle to define what kind of country Israel is and where it belongs will continue as It can be Western, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Asian, and various others.
Review – Causal Inquiry in International Relations
Humphreys and Suganami offer a rich, thoughtful critique of causal inquiry in IR, though their approach may underplay how abstract theories shape concrete explanations.
Australia’s Foreign Policy in the Trump Era: Balancing Responsiveness and Responsibility?
While parties on the left and right can openly broadcast critique or support for Trump, the governing ALP faces domestic political pressures.
Opinion – Turkey’s Role in Europe’s Post-American Defense
Europe must take Turkey for what it is: not a replacement for the United States, not an ally of destiny, but a partner of convenience.
Brazil’s Place in Trump’s New Economic Vision
Brazil is likely to do better by pursuing a less-US centered and ever more autonomous course that focuses more on the Global south.
American Military Power and World Peace: A Strategic Paradox?
Reliance on military primacy as a tool of governance often undermines the very stability it seeks to guarantee.
Opinion – Australia’s Recognition of Palestine as a Catalyst
The Albanese administration’s recognition of Palestine signifies a long-calculated intersection between its principles and strategic interests in the region.
Opinion – Wi-Fi, War and West Papua in an Algorithmic Age
Jürgen Habermas envisioned a public sphere grounded in dialogue, mutual understanding and accountability – today’s digital ecosystem deviates significantly from this.
Hybrid Threats and the Evolution of Russian Sabotage
Present-day Russian sabotage mirrors Soviet-era doctrine of escalation and target selection but harnesses cyber-enabled technologies and emerging Western vulnerabilities.
Interregnum and the Normalisation of Deviation: Unveiling the Structure of International Order
If aggression has become ordinary, it is because the order has adjusted to accommodate it.
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