Defence, Terrorism & Security


Reaching the OSCE Summit in Astana

IPI

This 8-page issue brief examines the main issues at stake in the forthcoming OSCE summit in Astana and considers the relevance and future direction of the OSCE

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-07

Can the AKP's Kurdish Gamble Pay Off?

GMFUS

This 3-page analysis considers Turkey's political dilemma in respect of Kurdish demands for greater autonomy

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-10-06

Democratic Governance Challenges of Cyber Security

DCAF

This 50-page Swiss working paper examines the democratic governance concerns arising due to the pace at which states and private companies are reinforcing online security and preparing for cyber war

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-10-05

Russia, the United States, and Cyber Diplomacy: Opening the Doors

EastWest Institute

This 32-page report calls for Russia and the United States to work together to protect the world’s digital infrastructure, including joint participation in NATO-Russia cyber military exercises

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-03

Sudan: Negotiating Southern Independence

SWP

A 7-page German commentary assessing the prospects for the Sudan referendum on southern independence

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-10-01

Beyond Boundaries in the Middle East

Stimson Center

This 39-page US report proposes an innovative, "whole-of-society" approach to bridging the security/development divide in the Middle East that would leverage donor investments in both security assistance and development assistance, so as to ensure recipient state buy-in and an enduring return on investment

Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-10-01

Waging War, Building States

Hoover Institution

This US essay examines the growing importance of nation-building as part of security strategy

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-10-01

Mozambique: Balancing Development, Politics and Security

Chatham House

A 35-page UK paper considering the challenges posed to peace and security in Mozambique

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-30

The Way Forward in Afghanistan

U.S. Senate

The text of a 6-page address on the way forward in Afghanistan

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-09-30

Terrorism Out of Somalia

CEIP

This Q&A assesses the danger of terrorism originating in Somalia, analyzes Shabab’s links with the global al-Qaeda network, and details how the United States should respond

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-09-28

A Progressive Nuclear Policy: Rethinking Continuous-at-sea Deterrence

RUSI Journal

This 6-page article argues that there is instead a great opportunity for Britain to take the lead as the most progressive of the nuclear weapons states by reducing the readiness and size of its strategic force

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2010-09-27

Nuclear Security After the Washington Summit

RUSI Journal

A 6-page commentary on the Washington summit on nuclear security

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-27

The Arctic: A View from Moscow

CEIP

This 44-page report offers a view from Moscow on what the opening of the Arctic means.

Energy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-27

Conventional Arms Transfers to Developing Nations, 2002-2009

CRS

An 89-page US report on conventional arms transfers to developing nations by the United States and foreign countries for the preceding eight calendar years

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-09-26

Guinea: Reforming the Army

Crisis Group

This 37-page report examines in detail how the vital medium-term reorganisation of the Guinea armed forces is critical to addressing dysfunctional political dynamics and providing long-term stability in West Africa

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-23

The Lebanese Army: Victim of the Politicians

CEIP

A US article discussing the political constraints on the development of the Lebanese Army

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-09-22

The Shiites of Saudi Arabia

Hudson Institute

This article analyzes the dilemmas facing the Saudi regime in its relationship with its Shiite subjects, following the strengthening of Shiite Iran

Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-20

Mexico: The Bicentennial And Beyond

FPRI

A US essay on Mexico's internal security situation

Crime, Law & Order, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-16

Lifting the Nuclear Threat Isn’t a Pipe Dream

Europe'sWorld

An article explaining why 2010 is a key year in the campaign to free the world of nuclear weapons

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-16

Decisions and Destinies: Asian Security in 2010

Lowy Institute for International Policy

This 4-page Australian paper assesses how recent security choices in Asia - especially at sea - could have long-term consequences for peace or conflict

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-16

Twelve Reasons to Support New START

ACA

This US issue brief highlights the reasons why New START deserves prompt approval and briefly addresses several of the questions raised by treaty sceptics

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-16

The United Nations Security Council and Civil War: First Insights From a New Dataset

IPI

This 56-page report examines trends in how the Security Council has engaged with civil wars since 1989 and the gradual evolution of the Council’s civil-war response strategies, including where and when it chose to engage

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-15

The Terrorist Attack on a Japanese Oil Tanker in the Strait of Hormuz

The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center

An Israeli report on a recent terrorist attack on a Japanese oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-15

Hamas’ Khaled Mesh’al Sets Out His Movement’s Policy Directions

AMEC, Al-Sabeel

The 30-page translation of an interview with Hamas leader Khaled Mesh'al, covering the policy direction of Hamas on a number of critical issues: negotiations with Israel, recognition of Israel, resistance, Jews, Christians and women

Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-15

Eurasian Security Arrangements Face Reality Check After Kyrgyzstan Crisis

SIPRI

This Swedish essay describes how the bloody events in Kyrgyzstan in the summer of 2010 have created a new security situation in Eurasia

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-15

Experts Meeting in Advance of the 2011 BWC Review Conference

INSS

An Israeli article assessing the progress of biological weapons control

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-15

Iraq and the United States: The Required Long Term Strategic Partnership

INSS

An Israeli article considering Iraq's future security needs

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-09-15

Britain and France: A Dialogue of Decline?

Chatham House

A 47-page study examining Anglo-French defence co-operation and implications for the European and Euro-Atlantic security and defence relationships

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-09-15

Internet Governance in an Age of Cyber Insecurity

CFR

A 48-page US report that examines the technological decisions that have enabled both the Internet’s spectacular success and its troubling vulnerability to attack. It then outlines an agenda that the United States can pursue in concert with its allies on the international stage to improve security

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2010-09-04

Avoiding a Tempest in the South China Sea

CFR

This US brief describes how new tensions in the South China Sea are a growing test to China's relations with the United States and China's Southeast Asian neighbours

Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-04

Testing North Korean Waters

Nautilus Institute

An article criticising past US policy towards North Korea

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-02

If India Tests? The Implications for the Indo-U.S. Civil-Nuclear Deal

IDSA

This 10-page Indian issue brief assesses the probable US response in the event of India resuming nuclear testing

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-27

America Leaves Iraq: A Strategic Appraisal

IDSA

An Indian commentary assessing the future prospects of Iraq as well as the strategic lessons learnt by the United States during its seven-year involvement in the country

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-27

A Complex War in the Shadows

ORG

This 4-page UK briefing looks at recent developments in Afghanistan and the United States’ increasingly shadowy war against al-Qaida. It also examines the planned withdrawal of US combat forces from Iraq and the debate about the US withdrawal from Afghanistan due to start in July 2011

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-26

The Perilous Slog of Asymmetric Warfare: A Better Way Forward in Afghanistan

CCC

This 26-page US paper explores the utility of special operations forces (SOF) in association with tribal engagement

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-25

Understanding Female Suicide Terrorism in Sri Lanka through a Constructivist Lens

CCC

A 25-page US paper arguing that three primary factors suggest a constructivist interpretation provides a more sufficient tool for understanding the use of female suicide bombers: 1) a number of institutional programs promoted discrimination, suppression and violence against Tamil society; 2) the LTTE organization was able to harness discontent and mobilize women as protectors of the Tamil nation; and 3), the above two factors were skillfully wrapped in a narrative of cultural liberation that outlined the necessity of female martyrdom

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-25

Comprehensive Responses to Gender Based Violence in Low-Resource Settings

Population Council

This 56-page report reviews the findings, lessons learned, and promising practices in the provision of comprehensive SGBV services in sub-Saharan Africa

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Human RightsPosted: 2010-08-25

Ending the Gaza Blockade: But How?

SWP

A 4-page German commentary on the need to end the Gaza blockade and the difficulties involved

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-23

WMD, Drugs, and Criminal Gangs in Central America

Stimson Center, Stanley Foundation

A 26-page US project report illustrating the intimate nexus between human development and security in Central America

Crime, Law & Order, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-23

The EU and the Gaza Blockade

ISS

This 4-page analysis argues that a clear distinction between Hamas and the Gaza population would allow for a two-pronged strategy to both end the closure policy and revive representative peacemaking

Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-22

Aggression in the Court

CFR

A US article discussing the issue of the ICC's jurisdiction over the crime of aggression

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2010-08-22

The Point of No Return

The Atlantic

A US article assessing who, if anyone, will stop Iran before it goes nuclear, and how?

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-20

Afghanistan's National Security Forces

CFR

A US article assessing the capacity of Afghanistan's military

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-20

Thailand: No Longer the Land of Smiles?

Chatham House

This 19-page UK paper assesses the political situation in Thailand

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-19

Intelligence Cooperation and Torture

Chatham House

This 8-page UK paper is a summary of an International Law Discussion Group that examined the legal and policy implications of relying for counterterrorism purposes on intelligence extracted by torture in third countries

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Human RightsPosted: 2010-08-19

ESDP Operations and the Challenges of Evolving Multilateral Security

Cicero Foundation

An 8-page paper on the role of the ESDP in a fluid multilateral security environment

European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-19

The Saudi Arms Deal

INSS

An Israeli commentary on a reported new deal for the US to supply arms to Saudi Arabia

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18

Understanding the Role of Bureaucracy in the ESDP

EIoP

A series of articles examining the role of bureaucracy in the ESDP

European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-18

The Case against Nuclearization of South Asia

ACDIS

This 33-page US paper explores the regional implications of nuclearized India and Pakistan

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18

Cross-Border Terrorism in India: Counterterrorism Strategies and Challenges

ACDIS

A 31-page US paper offering recommendations for improving India's institutional capabilities, inter-agency coordination, and international cooperation in order to more effectively combat cross-border terror

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18

New Players in the Dispute over Iran’s Nuclear Program: Brazilian, Turkish and Iranian Objectives

BASIC

An 11-page paper examining the role of Turkey and Brazil in relation to Iran's nuclear programme

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18

Chad: Beyond Superficial Stability

Crisis Group

This report highlights Chad's chance to escape the political and military crisis of the past five years

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-17

Policy Reforms and Homeland Security: The Question of Organisation

Australian Policy and History

A 2-page Australian article addressing the question of how to improve inter- security agency coordination

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-16

Instability and Humanitarian Conditions in Chad

CRS

A 14-page US report on the political and security situation in Chad

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-16

Iraq: Politics, Elections, and Benchmarks

CRS

This 26-page US report covers recent political developments in Iraq

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-16

Vision and Reality in the Middle East

INSS

This 122-page volume compiles edited versions of presentations delivered in December 2009 at a conference held to probe the most critical and challenging issues on Israel’s national security agenda and then together search for the policies that best advance Israel’s national security interests

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-15

Quantum Surveillance and 'Shared Secrets': A Biometric Step Too Far?

CEPS

A paper arguing for a review into the use of Biometric security technology.

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Personal PrivacyPosted: 2010-08-15

Thinking Differently in an Attempt to Break the Somali Impasse

Afro-Middle East Centre

This 12-page South African paper discusses the origin and history of the current Somali crisis, examines AU interventions, and argues that for the situation to be resolved, a different way of thinking through the issue must be employed

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-12

Partnership, Strength, and Presence: Converging Regional Interests and Opportunities in the Gulf

Brookings et al.

The 30-page report of a US conference convened to examine policy options for maintaining international unity in addressing Iran’s defiance of the global community over its nuclear program

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-09

A Third Lebanon War

CFR

An 11-page US contingency planning memorandum considering the implications of a further Israeli-Hezbollah war

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-09

Is the Military Option Back on the Table?

INSS

An Israeli article assessing the US stance regarding military action against Iran

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-08

Drums of War: Israel and the “Axis of Resistance”

Crisis Group

This 38-page report examines rising tensions and heightened dangers on the Israeli-Lebanese border

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-02

Afghanistan's Local War: Building Local Defense Forces

Rand Corporation

A 114-page US monograph discussing the viability of establishing local security forces in Afghanistan and addresses concerns about the wisdom of such policies

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-31

Quantum Surveillance and ‘Shared Secrets’

CEPS

This 43-page paper argues that a range of issues needs to be reviewed in light of the increasing privatisation of ‘security’ that escapes effective, democratic parliamentary and regulatory control and oversight at national, international and EU levels

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Personal PrivacyPosted: 2010-07-29

Azerbaijan and Naval Competition on the Caspian

ADA

An article on Azerbaijan's development of a naval presence on the Caspian Sea

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-25

The Value of New START Verification

ACA

A US issue brief on the importance of the extensive verification provisions of New START

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-25

Victory Has a Thousand Fathers: Sources of Success in Counterinsurgency

Rand Corporation

A 188-page US monograph examining approaches to counterinsurgency from 30 recent resolved campaigns

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-22

Beyond the Nuclear and Terror Threats: The Conventional Military Balance in the Gulf

INSS

A 16-page Israeli essay on the current arms build-up in the Persian Gulf

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-18

A Military Attack on Iran? Considerations for Israeli Decision Making

INSS

A 16-page Israeli paper on the discussion that will necessarily be held by the Israeli leadership as it sits down to reach a decision as to whether to attack Iran's nuclear installations

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-18

Iran: The Course is Almost Run

INSS

An Israeli article on the state of international efforts to confront Iran's nuclear program

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-07-18

A Third Lebanon War: CPA Contingency Planning Memorandum

CFR

This 8-page memorandum discusses the most plausible scenarios and associated warning signs of a “Third Lebanon War,” its implications for the United States, and U.S. policy options to reduce the likelihood of renewed Israel-Hezbollah conflict and mitigate the consequences should it occur

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-18

Military Action Against Iran: Impact and Effects

ORG

This 14-page UK briefing paper argues that the risk of a military strike threat on Iran grows sharply and warns of a protracted war

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-15

Europe Should be Wary of the Russian Bear's Embrace

Europe's World

An article arguing that Europe should be cautious of Russia's apparent belief that its growing economic power and revitalised military influence entitles it to a bigger role in the transatlantic security dialogue

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-15

Beyond Madrasas: Assessing the Links Between Education and Militancy in Pakistan

Brookings

This 69-page US report takes a fresh look at the connection between schools, including but not limited to Pakistan’s religious seminaries, known as “madrasas,” and the rising militancy across Pakistan

Education, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-15

The Political Battle in Iraq

Brookings

A US report on the political situation in Iraq

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-14

Cash Incentives and Military Enlistment, Attrition, and Reenlistment

Rand Corporation

A 195-page US monograph studying whether enlistment and reenlistment bonuses are effective in maintaining or increasing the supply of personnel to the armed forces

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-14

Hired Guns: Views About Armed Contractors in Operation Iraqi Freedom

Rand Corporation

This 142-page book reports the results of a systematic, empirically based survey of opinions of U.S. military and State Department personnel with Iraq war experience to shed light on the costs and benefits of using private security contractors (PSCs) in the Iraq war

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-14

The Afghan Peace Jirga: Is an End in Sight?

ISAS

This 10-page Singaporean paper considers whether current peace initiatives will lead to durable peace in Afghanistan

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-13

Detection of Nuclear Weapons and Materials: Science, Technologies, Observations

CRS

A 112-page US report on new technologies for the detection of nuclear weapons

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-08

Europe's Virtual Security Debate and a New Transatlantic Relationship

Clingendael

A 14-page Dutch discussion paper analyzing Europe's security situation

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-08

Future of US Power: Is China Going to Eclipse the United States? Two Possible Scenarios to 2040

RSIS

This 45-page Singaporean working paper discusses how US power may evolve from 2010 to 2040

Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-08

Afghan Options

ORG

This 4-page UK briefing examines the challenges and options that NATO forces face in Afghanistan

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-30

Al-Qaeda in Iraq: Eliminating Leaders Will Not Necessarily Cut Lifelines

CEIP

A US article examining the status and prospects of Al Qaeda in Iraq

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-30

Building Security in the Persian Gulf

Rand Corporation

This 202-page US study analyzes Iraq's future, the role of Iran, asymmetric threats, regional reassurance and tensions, and the roles of other external actors, then sets out criteria for a new security structure.

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-29

Improving Security Policy in Colombia

Crisis Group

This 16-page briefing analyses FARC’s response to government military pressure during the past eight years and the emergence of alliances between the insurgents and other illegal armed groups

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-29

Russian Security Policy and Cooperation with the West

Clingendael

A 6-page Dutch brief arguing that the West needs to find new ways to cooperate with Russia

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-29

Beijing’s Tightrope Walk on Iran

Hoover Institution

This 19-page US essay examines China’s interests and policies toward Iran, especially as they affect the United States. It then takes a close look at the lines of apparent debate within China on the Iran nuclear issue and Chinese policy

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-28

Why Russia Didn't Act

CFR

A US article explaining Russia's failure to act in Kyrgyzstan

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-27

The US–Japan Security Treaty at 50: Entering Uncharted Waters

Clingendael

A 3-page Dutch essay arguing that the US–Japan alliance’s relationship is again today passing through troubled times towards a still uncertain future

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-24

The Question of International Cooperation in the War on Terrorism

FPRI

A US essay examining trends in interstate cooperation in the war on terrorism

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-24

Counterinsurgency in Pakistan

Rand Corporation

This 208-page US monograph analyzes the efforts made by Pakistan against militant groups

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-24

Energy Security: An Agenda for Research

CFR

This 28-page US summary report presents a broad agenda for energy security research that emerged from a meeting held to assess the security implications of the way the world produces and consumes oil and natural gas

Energy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-20

Iraq's Slow, Steady Political Progress

CFR

A US brief assessing Iraq's political progress

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-20

Implications of a Changing NATO

SSI

This US monograph considers the future of NATO and offers some recommendations

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-06-16

Kyrgyz Provisional Government Must Intensify Stabilisation Efforts in South

Crisis Group

A media release offering proposals to Kyrgyzstan's Provisional Government and the international community for ameliorating stabilisation in the South of the country

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-15

The Prospects of Japan-NATO Cooperation

JIIA

A 3-page Japanese commentary on the prospects for Japan-NATO cooperation

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-13

Two Sides of the Same Coin: Nuclear Disarmament and the Peaceful Use of Nuclear Energy

JIIA

A 3-page Japanese commentary arguing that nuclear disarmament and nuclear non-proliferation should be viewed as two sides of the same coin

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2010-06-13

Strengthening the Nuclear Nonproliferation Regime

CFR

This 64-page US paper offers a comprehensive agenda for improvements to the nonproliferation regime

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-09

The Lengthening List of Iran Sanctions

CFR

A US backgrounder on the use of sanctions in respect of Iran's nuclear ambitions

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-09