Can the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie Be Less France-Centric?
The Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) is one of many examples of former colonial powers continuing to exert influence over their former colonies. However, for the OIF to remain relevant in 2024, it must become less France-centric.
Women Peacebuilders: Commonalities in Northern Ireland, Liberia, and Israel/Palestine
Across Northern Ireland, Liberia, and now Israel/Palestine, women peacebuilders use peace as a strategy in the face of conflict.
2024 and Beyond: Building The EU’s Defense and Security Capacity
As the 2024 U.S. election approaches, the EU must confront its regional insecurity and become a more capable security and defense actor.
Berlin, Paris, and the Prospects for Reforming the EU
As the EU works towards reform and enlargement, Berlin and Paris will need to work to overcome their bilateral differences.
Italy Declares Immigration State of Emergency in Latest Anti-Immigrant Move
Italy’s far-right government continues its attacks on migrants by stepping up enforcement efforts to solve a humanitarian crisis .
Gendered Aspects of the War in Ukraine
The conflict in Ukraine is highly gendered and disproportionately affects gender and sexual minorities.
German Intel Estimates for Crimea: Deception or Miscalculation?: Part 2
Germany’s intelligence estimates are worth investigating when examining the current conflict through the context of the Russian annexation of Crimea in 2014, and whether or not Berlin miscalculated or was deceived by the Kremlin.
German Intel Estimates for Crimea: Deception or Miscalculation?: Part 1
Germany’s intelligence estimates are worth investigating when examining the current conflict through the context of the Russian annexation of Crimea in 2014, and whether or not Berlin miscalculated or was deceived by the Kremlin.
The End of End-to-End Encryption?
Proposed EU legislation requiring scanning end-to-end encrypted communications undermines human rights worldwide.
UK and France Agree to Increase Joint Immigration Enforcement Efforts
The recent UK-France migration enforcement deal continues the pattern of EU countries prioritizing border control and security over migrant rights and protection.
Podcast Review: “Wind of Change”
Patrick Radden Keefe hosts a podcast series that aims to connect the CIA with a heavy metal band, where the agency purportedly wrote the lyrics to one of their most popular songs in a soft power effort to topple the Soviet Union.
Deteriorating Spain-Algeria Relations Endangering Energy and Migration Cooperation
Madrid’s recent decision on Western Sahara’s future has angered Algeria and jeopardizes cooperation between the long-time allies.
Europe’s Next Steps in Transatlantic Security
Both sides of the Atlantic would benefit from refreshing transatlantic security, which Europe should lead.
Portugal: An Empire Revisited
Portugal’s post-crisis recovery champions a reorientation towards the maritime domain, thereby well-positioning Portugal for numerous interconnections supporting trade, investment, and international partnerships.
A call to NATO: Let’s fight gender inequality
To stop gender-based violence, NATO must remove underlying barriers inhibiting gender equality by moving beyond its focus on merely “adding women” to the force.
A Year in Review: The Consequences of Turkey’s Withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention
The fallout in the year following Turkey’s withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention has resulted in increased violence, a spike in femicide cases, and public calls for change.
The History of the Hunt: Contemporary Discussions on Cultural Heritage in German Museums
Germany is reevaluating its museum collections, specifically ones with colonial connections, and must answer the question: Who actually owns this artifact, and by what right does Germany get to keep it if its original transaction wasn’t fair?
The Green Gas Bridge: What Caused Europe’s Energy Crunch and What to do About it
Europe still needs natural gas but it can go about it in a green way
PESCO is in the American Interest
The EU’s Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO) supports American interests in Europe, and the Biden administration should vocally encourage PESCO’s implementation.
Migration Policies Around the World: What is Changing?
Misinformation, discrimination, and stigmatization fuel xenophobia around the world. An analysis of the latest development of migration policies, however, may suggest that things are changing.