The 1994 Rwandan genocide is the most famous example of the power of language. This linguistic parallel between Cameroon and Rwanda is worrying, considering their similar history of discrimination patterns, human rights abuses and political exclusion of minority groups.
Read More »Resolving the Rohingya Crisis: Chapter VI of the Charter of the United Nations as a way forward
As the United Nations Security Council’s mandate under Chapter VI of the Charter of the United Nations is to maintain international peace and security, it has a responsibility to act to resolve the crisis. The possibility of conflict with Bangladesh and the threat of COVID-19 to the refugees illustrates that this crisis is a serious threat to international peace.
Read More »The Syrian War and its refugees: Why Europe must act on the new crisis
Disagreements between Russia and Turkey have again led to an intensified war in Syria, which forces the European Union to act and not only fulfil its moral obligations, but also find sustainable solutions for its member states and the community as a whole.
Read More »The revolution must come from below: 2020 as a year of progress and change in the Western Balkans
If 2020 is to be marked by change and progress, the drive for this needs to come from within – and there will be plenty of opportunities for the international community to start paying attention to the region again.
Read More »Civil-Military Cooperation: Lessons Learned, or Lessons Ignored?
Investment in civil-military cooperation has increased in recent years, as there is greater recognition that this is a field in need of improvement.
Read More »The Ethics and Function of Military Animals
Animals have been used by armed forces around the world for as long as humans have warred, and while images of animals wearing tiny uniforms may come off as adorable, it begs a serious discussion on the ethics behind their for military tasks.
Read More »James Le Mesurier
Earlier this month, James Le Mesurier died near his home in Istanbul, at the age of 48. A former British Army officer and humanitarian, Le Mesurier had helped found the White Helmets.
Read More »2019 IAEA General Conference – Balancing positive trends and the realities of policy
The 2019 IAEA general conference offered a refreshing demonstration of commitment and support for an international organisation.
Read More »Guest Opinion: Turkey should be punished and kicked out of NATO
With Turkey going against US and western policy in Syria, alongside continuing to pivot towards Russia, it may be time to punish them and kick them out of NATO.
Read More »The Trials, Triumphs and Aftermath of the 2019 G20
Between 28 and 29 June 2019, Japan hosted the 14th annual G20 summit. Occurring at a time of peaking international tensions – particularly in terms of trade and environmental issues – the 2019 summit tested the resolve and priorities of the international community.
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