Security
Trump’s retreat from American leadership
President Trump has broken a longstanding American commitment to global leadership by withdrawing from key international agreements.
The battle for Mosul presents challenges and advantages for both militants and Iraqi forces
All systems are go on the “we are coming Nineveh” operations as further gains are made by Iraqi forces in western Mosul.
New Indonesian counter-terrorism measures deserve scrutiny
New counter-terrorism measures in Indonesia may lead to broader risks as the radical Islamist threat expands in the region.
From wannabes to warriors: the Maute group were underestimated
The Maute group have grown into a sophisticated transnational network of militants, posing a serious security threat for the Philippines and broader region.
Understanding the future of the European defence industry
The June 2017 Reflection Paper on Defence showcases three possible scenarios for the evolution of EU cooperation in defence.
Trump’s nuclear modernization dilemma
The Trump administration’s ambition to expand US nuclear capabilities marks a radical shift away from the prevailing rationale during the Obama era. This change of paradigm could give rise to
Why the Qatari-Arab tension may remain despite possible settlements
On the 6th of June, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Bahrain and the UAE announced in a coordinated move to cut diplomatic ties with Qatar.
Why do terrorist attacks succeed?
Understanding why terrorist attacks succeed is essential in setting up long-term policies aimed at eradicating the Sunni extremist threat.
After IS, Iraq looks to Jordan
In anticipation of the collapse of the Islamic State, Iraq is looking to Jordan as a source of renewed trade and opportunities for Anbar province.
Yemen: A forgotten war, new developments
Calls for the restoration of South Yemen, a worsening humanitarian crisis and the machinations of intervening regional powers all compound Yemen’s woes.
