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Opinion – Russian Motives in Ukraine and Western Response Options

Putin’s worldview is not uncommon and corresponds to that of Donald Trump, who immediately after the invasion of Ukraine commended Putin as a genius. http://dlvr.it/SKqcgr

Piracy in the Southern Gulf of Mexico: Upcoming Piracy Cluster or Outlier?

The evolving situation in the Southern Gulf of Mexico raises the question if the area has potential to become a piracy hotspot to the likes of the Gulf of Aden or Gulf of Guinea. http://dlvr.it/SKmLlN

Gramscian Notions: Helpful for Research into Digital and Tech Corporations?

Analysing Big Tech as a transnational capitalist class, Gramscian thought provides an outlook on possible avenues of governance of the digital sphere. http://dlvr.it/SKjd9Q

Interview – Dimitris Skleparis

Dimitris Skleparis discusses the securitisation of migration, and resultant policy focusses and discourses on migration throughout Europe. http://dlvr.it/SKhv9r

Neo and the ‘Hacker Paradox’: A Discussion on the Securitization of Cyberspace

Characterization of hackers as 'IT professionals' or as 'computer hackers' by the state influences the dynamics of cyberspace securitization. http://dlvr.it/SKbsdy

Devouring Brazilian Modernism: The Rise of Contemporary Indigenous Art

Contemporary indigenous art rescues a series of ethical values that can help the world to overcome the civilizational crisis, and help Brazil to overcome political and environmental setbacks. http://dlvr.it/SKZsQp

Vladimir Putin’s Imperialism and Military Goals Against Ukraine

Russian great power nationalists led by Putin seek to wipe Ukraine and the Ukrainian people from the map of Europe and massively abuse human rights. http://dlvr.it/SKZJ5S

Tracing Hobbes in Realist International Relations Theory

Is the classification of Thomas Hobbes as a realist an oversimplification? This essay critiques the adoption of his political thought by classical and neo-realists. http://dlvr.it/SKSNDC

Why Does Big Tech Stay Headquartered In The US?

Big Tech centres its corporate power in the US to influence the American government into advancing its interests domestically and internationally. http://dlvr.it/SKRF6l

Why Is There No Minor International Theory?

It is time to let ‘Critical IR’ go as a term. It gives succour to some of the least admirable of academic impulses and undermines the very conditions for critique. http://dlvr.it/SKQjKF

Wondery Presents: Twin Flames

We all want love, that happily-ever-after feeling of finding your soulmate. What if someone not only claimed they could help you find that perfect partner, they guaranteed it? Jeff and Shaleia, a young couple famous on YouTube, teach about ‘Twin Flames' — a deep, romantic connection with your perfect partner in their videos. It’s divine love, you’re designed for no one else, and they’re designed for no one else. But the path to finding your Twin Flame isn’t so simple. Some followers claim they were encouraged to cut ties with friends and family that are holding them back, and to claim their Twin Flame by any means necessary. From Wondery, Twin Flames is a podcast about what happens when the quest for love turns into a dangerous obsession. Hosted by Stephanie Beatriz. Listen to Twin Flames: wondery.fm/TAL_TwinFlames See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

To Reform the World or to Close the System? International Law and World-making

A comparative investigation of two scholarly works on the development of international law in its context of the international system. http://dlvr.it/SKKQBN

Interview – Mark Manantan

Mark Manantan talks about the links between the disciplines of international relations and media communication, cybersecurity cooperation and cyber diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific. http://dlvr.it/SKH2fj

Opinion – The Silencing of Amnesty International’s Report on Israeli Apartheid

Racism in Israel is multi-layered and arguably not unique in comparison with other countries. However, in the context of an institutionalized regime of legal apartheid, its impact on Palestinians is devastating. http://dlvr.it/SKCcMk

What Does Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi’s Death Mean for the Future of ISIS?

The death of the ISIS leader Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi was an important symbolic loss, but will not determine the future and power of the group. http://dlvr.it/SKC62g

Understanding Peacebuilding: An Issue of Approach Rather than Definition

The complexity or difficulty in understanding peacebuilding derives from the multiple approaches articulated for addressing a conflict’s root causes. http://dlvr.it/SK83l2

The Politics of Conflict Archaeology: HMP Maze as a ‘Dark Heritage’ Case Study

Northern Ireland must find a way to re-purpose but not to sanitize a heritage which fascinates outsiders, provides learning, and contains resonance for other peace processes. http://dlvr.it/SK59n7

Opinion – Crisis in Ukraine and High-Intensity Psychological Warfare

As troops mass around the borders of Ukraine, Russia and the West are waging a high-intensity psychological war – a struggle no less important than military threats. http://dlvr.it/SK47gR

Spectacular Violence: Pellet Guns and the Sovereign Right to Maim in Kashmir

Perspectives of violence, visuality and disability help reveal ways of seeing in Kasmir and how the blinded body serves both as a sight and site of politics. http://dlvr.it/SJplWv

Neorealism: Internal Debates and Relevance to Space Militarisation

This essay explores the contention of neorealism with other strands of realist thinking, as well as applies neorealism to explain the continuing space militarisation. http://dlvr.it/SJm9Sl

Analysing Amnesty International’s ‘Israel’s Apartheid Against Palestinians’ Report

The report spotlights practices that warrant scrutiny, yet what is equally worrisome is that it seems to be part of a movement to delegitimize Israel as a state. http://dlvr.it/SJlF3N

Exploring the Normalization of Relations Between Armenia and Turkey

Normalization is a sound policy, but it remains unclear how the question of genocide will fit into the idea of 'relations without preconditions'. http://dlvr.it/SJdBKF

No Peace Without Justice: The Denial of Transitional Justice in Post-2001 Afghanistan

The denial of transitional justice in post-9/11 Afghanistan ignored Afghan demands for meaningful truth, justice and reconciliation. http://dlvr.it/SJXJVR

Opinion – In Defence of International Law

Far from a mere paper tiger the measure of international law is today shown by the successful prosecution of both powerful and rogue states alike. http://dlvr.it/SJTq7L

Is War A Social Construction?

It is argued that war is a social construct bound by certain a priori biases that shape the nature of social interactions and interpersonal relations. http://dlvr.it/SJRZVb

Opinion – The European Union’s Status in the Russia-Ukraine Crisis

The centrality of the bloc in European security has been questioned by its absence from any meaningful dialogue on the Russia-Ukraine crisis. http://dlvr.it/SJG1FV

Practice Theory: How The Consumer’s Limited Agency Hampers Climate Action

The limited agency of consumers hampers green choices. A force upon the practice instead of the consumer can strengthen climate action. http://dlvr.it/SJDwVM

Introducing This Is Actually Happening: What if they died in your hands?

What would you do if a singular moment changed your life forever? This Is Actually Happening is a weekly podcast from Wondery that features extraordinary true stories of life-changing events told by the people who lived them. On the latest episode, hear about a woman who, after carrying the shame and burden of a childhood trauma, finds renewal in her career and passion as an obstetrician, delivering thousands of babies. But an unexpected tragedy puts her face to face with a doctor’s worst nightmare, opening old wounds, and forcing her to find a deeper source of healing and forgiveness. Listen to the rest of this episode at wondery.fm/TIAH_ApologyLine. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.