In part one of this three part series, Andrew Majoran examines a less publicized form of terrorism and its threat to society.
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.
Syria Geneva II Peace Talks: Prospects of Peace Are Slim
As the Syria Geneva II Peace Talks come to an end, the possibility of ending the civil war becomes less likely.
Cease-fire Agreement fails to stop ongoing violence in South Sudan
The death toll in South Sudan continues to rise as the cease-fire agreement, signed last week, does little to deter violence.
Al Qaeda 3.0 – The Evolving Threat.
Stuart Munnich looks at the evolution of Al Qaeda and explains how it has now evolved into its most deadly form yet.
Violence in the Central African Republic: Intervention or Avoidance?
Widespread conflict and an unstable government in the Central African Republic are becoming difficult for the world to ignore.
Conflict Prevention and the Central African Republic: Success or Failure?
The Central African Republic was once considered a success story for conflict prevention, but with mass killing in the streets of capital city Bangui, Misha Boutilier revisits the issue.
Al Qaeda’s Return to Anbar (Part 2/2)
Sam Khanlari examines the role of the United States and Iran on Iraq’s war on al Qaeda.
Hired Guns: Views on Armed Contractors Operating in Afghanistan and Iraq
Trevor Schenk discusses the role of private security companies in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Old Rivalries Reemerge: The Unraveling of South Sudan
The world’s newest nation faces a full scale civil war as a political standoff reignites ethnic violence.
Fighting to Empower Bedouin Women in Israel
Kristina Grinshpoon on how Amal Elsana Alh’jooj and Vivian Silver are fighting for the empowerment of Bedouin women in Israel.