Despite nearly four years of conflict, the Syrian opposition remains divided.
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats
The NAOC’s Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Program features an in-depth analysis of latest trends, developments, and threats in international security. New security concerns are always on the horizon and our program seeks to examine these domains including global warming, natural resources, drones, urban conflicts, and cyberspace.
The program’s mandate is to keep Canadians informed on these rapidly developing and increasingly pivotal realms that are integral to all aspects of security.
A short introduction to Cyber Security
Taking a look at emerging cyber threats, who is carrying them out and how dangerous they really are.
Counterinsurgency Part I: Winning Hearts and Minds
Counterinsurgency strategy has been pivotal in American military culture since its development during the Vietnam War.
The Putin Doctrine in Action
The troubling developments in Ukraine compel observers to analyze Vladimir Putin’s actions and intentions.
What the P5+1 Negotiations on Iran’s Nuclear Program mean for Missile Defence in Europe
NATO Council member Kristian Kennedy discusses how negotiations with Iran may impact missile defence in Europe.
Revenge of the Nerds: Tech Industry CEOs take the Fight to Washington
Andrew Majoran examines the ongoing battle between tech industry CEOs and the United States Government.
Two Eyes on Eastern Europe
While Western media outlets have been keeping close watch on Ukraine’s uprisings, a parallel conflict has been boiling to the surface in the Balkans. This is why the Bosnian Protests shouldn’t go unnoticed:
You Could Have Just Asked Nicely: Analyzing the Effectiveness of Torture
Andrew Majoran analyzes the effectiveness of torture as an interrogation method.
The Tatar Question
Deika Mohamed discusses Crimea’s minority Muslim population and their stance towards recent developments.
Travel Logs: Preparing for Elections (Part 2/2)
Tahera Qurban Ali describes the electoral environment leading up to Afghanistan’s elections later this year.










