Publications

Are we likely to see more (and more lethal) inter- and intrastate conflicts over the next 20 years? After examining seven factors that could determine the frequency and deadliness of future confrontations, Frank Hoffman concludes that that the answer is yes on both counts.chevron_right

This paper examines the expanding role of private military and security companies (PMSCs) and provides a comprehensive framework that policy makers might use to develop or update laws that regulate the PMSC Industry. The paper additionally analyzes the regulatory challenges surrounding PMSCs, which includes outlining permitted and prohibited practices, identifying PMSC obligations, etc.chevron_right

This counterterrorism update 1) focuses on the threat posed by the so‐called Islamic State to the European Union between November 2015 and September 2016; 2) highlights the important roles the EU Intelligence Analysis Centre (INTCEN) and...chevron_right

Diese Publikation analysiert die unerwartete Ablösung von Russlands Präsidialadministrations Leiter Sergej Iwanow am 12. August 2016. Trotz seiner beeindruckenden Leistung in der Russischen Regierung ...chevron_right

This paper discusses the ways in which nations and organizations such as NATO and the EU might better prepare themselves to deal with the threats posed by hybrid warfare (HW). More specifically, the text’s author 1) defines HW and the myriad dangers it...chevron_right

This paper examines the growing threats posed by hybrid warfare (HW) to nation states. In particular, the author discusses 1) what constitutes HW; 2) the hybrid warfare policies that Russia and the so-called Islamic State (IS) are...chevron_right

This paper analyzes 1) the terrorist attacks that have occurred in Europe between November 2015 and September 2016; 2) the threats posed by foreign fighters who are returning to the continent from Syria, Iraq and elsewhere; 3) the attempts being made...chevron_right

This report grapples with how to measure the effectiveness of UN Sustainable Development Goal 16, which seeks to promote peace, justice and strong institutions across the globe. The Goal’s current progress can be measured with some accuracy, admits the text’s author, but...chevron_right

The seven essays in this volume examine the existing vision of military service in Israel and whether it is still relevant to the needs of the country and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). In particular, the articles look at 1) the concept of “human resources” in the IDF; 2) the economic dimensions of Israel’s conscription debate; 3) the evolving rationale for serving in the armed forces; 4) the appropriate model for female service in the military, and more.chevron_right

This report traces the efforts of the African Union (AU) and the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) to support efforts to resolve the crisis in Burundi, which has primarily bee...chevron_right

This policy brief argues that in order to be more effective, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) must recognize the advantages it has over the African Union (AU) across the conflict spectrum, and focus its peace and security efforts more...chevron_right

This paper primarily looks at gender mainstreaming in the Kenyan security sector, to include the roles women play in the Kenyan Defence Forces (KDF) and the cultural impediments that are holding female soldiers back. The text’s authors also review...chevron_right

This brief reviews the Hague Code of Conduct against Ballistic Missile Proliferation (HCoC), which came into effect on 25 November 2002. The brief’s authors also cover 1) ballistic missile and space launch activities in...chevron_right

In response to the pressing political and economic problems it now faces, Zimbabwe’s government has committed itself to an economic reform program which includes reconnecting to international channels of credit and investment. But is this initiative credible? The answer...chevron_right

This report looks at the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), which was established by the Chad Basin countries to combat Boko Haram. It specifically reviews 1) the process that led to MNJTF’s creation; 2) how the initiative is structured; and...chevron_right