International Humanitarian Law and Counterterrorism: Turkey and the PKK
March 11, 2016 5 min. read

The indiscriminate killing of civilians in order to fight terrorism is unlawful. Moreover, the state’s brutal response has actually led to an increase in the number of terrorist attacks.

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The Islamic State in Libya
March 11, 2016 4 min. read

ISIS’ growing activity has caught the attention of U.S. officials who see no other option than to address the Islamic State threat in Libya with military action.

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Saudi Arabia’s Dangerous Gambit in Lebanon
March 7, 2016 10 min. read

Saudi Arabia’s decision to suspend $4 billion in military aid to Lebanon is the latest example of a meddlesome foreign power attempting to undermine Lebanese sovereignty to advance its own political agenda.

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Is Populism Bad for the Economy?
March 2, 2016 4 min. read

While Latin America is slowly turning its back away from populist policies, it looks like North America might give it a shot.

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China Moves to Lower Diplomatic Temperatures
March 1, 2016 4 min. read

China’s assertive attitude towards its neighbors and America’s role in East Asia has slowly morphed since last autumn’s final round of provocative acts into something less strident.

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The Twilight of President Park’s Trustpolitik
February 29, 2016 6 min. read

During her recent address to the National Assembly, President Park stressed her intention to adopt a more assertive strategy toward the North Korean regime.

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Closing Kaesong: Tensions on the Korean Peninsula
February 25, 2016 8 min. read

On February 10, 2016, South Korea decided to shut down the Kaesong Industrial Complex (KIC). Seoul’s decision followed North Korea’s alleged hydrogen bomb test on January 6 and its long-range missile launch one month later.

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Who Are The Kurds? 
February 25, 2016 3 min. read

The multiplicity of Kurdish national movements throughout the Middle East adds an additional layer of complexity in the fight against ISIS.

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Iran-U.S. Confrontation in the Persian Gulf: An International Law Perspective
February 22, 2016 4 min. read

On January 12, 2016, 10 U.S. sailors were detained by Iran’s Navy and later released. Can Iran’s behavior in its territorial waters be considered justifiable or in accordance with international law?

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