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.
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 .
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.
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.
Europe’s Next Steps in Transatlantic Security
Both sides of the Atlantic would benefit from refreshing transatlantic security, which Europe should lead.
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