Metro East - Central

Massaab Al-Aloosy reflects on the changing dynamics between Hezbollah, Hamas, and Israel in light of the Israel-Palestine conflict, and the implications for Lebanon. http://dlvr.it/T3RJN2

Dylan Motin explores the idea of bandwagoning with great powers in contemporary Asia and Europe, but could do with more discussion of the accompanying theories. http://dlvr.it/T3RJ43

The key to the survival of the monarchical institution rests on the way in which it acts and reacts to the rising desire of the people for democracy. http://dlvr.it/T3QvjD

Fiji fails to decrease the occurrence of gender-based violence despite the ratification of the CEDAW due to several intersecting factors. http://dlvr.it/T3QvPX

The problems Carr and Morgenthau point to affect international law profoundly, in all its facets, and cannot be easily avoided. http://dlvr.it/T3KbLV

Both convergence and divergence in the extra- and intra-regional security dynamics shaped the emergence/deepening of the Cold War-era EU and ASEAN. http://dlvr.it/T3F4c8

Putin's vision of reconciliation between Ukraine and Russia is flawed and demonstrates his intransigence. http://dlvr.it/T3DrWy

The Darwin Port lease was justified by privileging market values, but trouble emerged when it became necessary to incorporate non-market national security values. http://dlvr.it/T3C6Vm

This new edition provides a fresh look at the complexities of the UN and the challenges it faces, making it a welcome update to international relations scholarship. http://dlvr.it/T3BrdK

The United Nations COP summits are monuments to the impossibility of effective global governance based on international consensus. http://dlvr.it/T3BZRL

As Hamas transitions to conducting a counter-occupation campaign, suicide tactics may have more appeal as their propaganda efforts increase. http://dlvr.it/T36gMX

The literature on nation branding provides insights into the social power of states and how various actors use nation brand tropes for political and commercial goals. http://dlvr.it/T34cdv

The fate of a bilateral agreement on maritime navigation rights has been cast into doubt by a decision of the Federal Supreme Court of Iraq. http://dlvr.it/T30cy0

The E-International Relations podcast team discuss what they have been reading recently as part of 'The Laid-Back Book Club' series. http://dlvr.it/T2yJdh

Flaws are present in Nigeria’s counterterrorism approach, especially regarding the timings of different actions or inactions by the government. http://dlvr.it/T2t9C3

This essay collection, edited by Sassoon, portrays Hobsbawm's search to understand and evaluate nationalism through the ages, but could do with more contextual analysis. http://dlvr.it/T2qcbx

The Eastern Mediterranean has been subject to geopolitical conflicts triggered by energy security concerns or other security aspirations promoted through claims on energy reserves. http://dlvr.it/T2n6mV

Dilip Menon expounds on the novel concept of paracoloniality, and the role played by oceanic histories in developing new epistemologies in studies of the Global South. http://dlvr.it/T2khjC

This movie depicts the life of protest-singer Joan Baez, using a combination of modern and archival imagery to effectively highlight her long-standing political impact. http://dlvr.it/T2khQm

E-International Relations is looking for volunteers to join our team who are passionate about presenting the latest research on international and political theory. http://dlvr.it/T2kJQZ

As the Caucasus nations aim to develop their regional identity, addressing multiple issues beyond the Karabakh conflict is essential for achieving sustainable peace. http://dlvr.it/T2jX7q

Unless the root causes of Israeli oppression are addressed, this vicious cycle of violence will continue. http://dlvr.it/T2h7gV

George Lawson speaks on the international dimension of revolutions, ‘Unruly Politics’, ‘negotiated revolutions’ and more, in the second episode of two-parts on Revolution. http://dlvr.it/T2f78L

IR scholars should recognise the possibility of being targeted by hostile intelligence services and stay informed about the methods used to exploit individual vulnerabilities. http://dlvr.it/T2bKRy

While both Azerbaijan and Armenia share long-term regional goals, their differing views on creating a transportation corridor impede progress towards a peace agreement. http://dlvr.it/T2RlnY

2023 was a year in which the climate change agenda brought nations together, but again proved unable to shake off deeper competing interests. http://dlvr.it/T2RlYL

When treated with requisite seriousness, the effects of climate change and the need to address it supersede many traditional preoccupations of the field. http://dlvr.it/T2P2Yq

George Lawson speaks about conceptualising revolution, comparative historical sociology, anatomies of revolution and more, in the first of a two-part series on Revolution. http://dlvr.it/T2KkMn

Welcome to Bishop Gray Academy, a world of high-stakes and cut-throat competition.   Academy, a riveting coming-of-age audio drama co-produced by AT WILL MEDIA and Wondery, follows the story of Ava Richards, a scholarship student who transfers to Bishop Gray, one of the most elite and competitive boarding schools in America.   As Ava tries to find her place in this high-pressure environment, she soon crosses paths with an underground society known as The Night of the Wolf, which caters to the school's wealthiest students and enforces strict secrecy. With trust in short supply, Ava must navigate a dangerous and alluring world where friendships will be tested, romances will bloom, and ambitions cut short.    Listen to Academy: Wondery.fm/Academy_ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy #do-not-sell-my-info.

Serhii Plokhy's collection of essays details the history of Ukraine and its tumultuous relationship with Russia, but lacks sufficient discussion on contemporary tensions. http://dlvr.it/T2G2xH

The opaque nature of international politics exerts limits on the available evidence, yet this cannot mean abandoning the task of judging between better and worse claims. http://dlvr.it/T2B3wv