The “State Within a State”: Hezbollah’s Rise as the Dominant Resistance Force in Lebanon
Hezbollah’s rise in Lebanon, marked by military vigour and political legitimacy, positions the group as a dominant actor in domestic and regional affairs.
Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso Withdraw from ECOWAS: The Exit Changing West Africa’s Security Landscape
Examination of three Sehalian countries’ exit from West Africa’s most prominent economic bloc and the security impacts it may bring.
Assessing Israel’s ‘Split’ Democracy Under Netanyahu
Israel exhibits several elements of a robust democracy: a solid electoral framework, a multiparty system, and freedom of the press. However, its standing as a legitimate democracy is threatened by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing policies, targeting of independent institutions, and military occupation of Palestinian territories.
Two Years After Masha Amini’s Death: The Women Life Liberty Movement Fights for Survival
September 16th 2024 marked the two-year anniversary since Mahsa Amini, a young Kurdish woman, died in the custody of Iran’s so-called “morality police”. Detained on charges of “improper” clothing in More
Analysis – What does Claudia Sheinbaum’s Presidency mean for Mexico?
On October 1st, Mexico’s presidential sash was passed onto Claudia Sheinbaum, the country’s first ever female president. After receiving the sash she declared “It is time for women. Women have More
Echoes of 1968: How Anti-War Activism Might Shape America’s Election in 2024
On February 27, 2024, voters in the Michigan Democratic primaries sent a resounding message. Although President Joe Biden garnered approximately 80% of the overall vote, over 100,000 people voted for More
Indonesia After 25 Years of Democratic Reform: Where Will Its Future Stand?
On February 14, 2024, Indonesia will hold its general election after 25 years of Reformasi (Reform) from President Suharto’s dictatorship. On Valentine’s Day, the world’s fourth most populous country will More
The Concealed Strategy behind Pakistan’s Repatriation Plan for Afghan refugees
As global attention is captivated by raging wars in Ukraine and Gaza, other humanitarian emergencies lack adequate media coverage. On September 26th, 2023, the Pakistani government announced the deportation of More
Why Compromising on Ukraine and the Border during the 118th Congress is Unlikely
In December 2023, US President Joe Biden called on Congress to pass an aid package containing, among other items, approximately $60 billion in funding for Ukraine, warning against inaction regarding More
Erosion of Press Freedom in Japan: the Shadow of the Asian Democracy
A recent surge in national criticism has emerged towards Japanese media corporations due to their shortcomings in reporting on the sexual abuse perpetrated by the founder of the prominent talent More