War and Conflicy Around the Globe
In this interview Dr. Stampnitzky discusses counter-terrorism strategies during the Bush administration’s ‘War on Terror’ including the use of torture, the problems associated with defining terrorism, Obama’s track record on the use of force and approach to terrorism and what a Trump or Clinton presidency would mean for the US elite’s overall thinking on terrorism and counter-terrorism.
The UK is the state of registration for a large number of land-based and maritime PMSCs. How compatible is the UK regulation model for PMSCs with international norms, especially those concerning human rights?
One of the negative aspects of China’s increasing engagement with African states is the spread of small arms and/or light weapons especially in conflict zones and were opposition is violently suppressed. These weapons have undoubtably contributed to the enhancement of closer ties between China and authoritarian regimes and served as an instrument for consolidating its presence in the continent.
Many of the countries experiencing civil conflict are also among those most vulnerable to extreme weather events. But how exactly do natural disasters effect the duration of conflicts?
Former advisor to the US military in Iraq, Emma Sky, discusses the challenges currently facing the country.
Since 2014, thousands of people have gathered weekly in Dresden to protest against immigration and Islam which are both perceived by them as deadly threats to German society. What is the background of this unique mobilisation known as PEGIDA and what are the drivers behind its growth?
