Backdoor Deals with Turkey Dump Immigrants Anywhere Else but Europe
By Kathryn Chaney Staff Writer The most recent attempt to address the influx of refugees from the Middle East into
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Author: Kathryn Chaney
Syrian Refugees in Eastern Europe: Why Were Doors Closed?
The primary goal of a national government is to ensure the security of the population within its borders. If taking in refugees damages the government’s ability to fulfill this responsibility for its citizens and the potential refugees, that government must consider its options accordingly.
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Cold War Espionage in the Modern World
While it may have been tolerated during the Cold War, such practices are now being questioned: Is this the way today’s world is going to allow Russia to operate?
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Brexit Gains Support Months Before Poll
According to the Independent, in the first public survey, 45 percent of the polled population were in favor of the United Kingdom leaving the European Union while 36 percent voted against the idea. The survey went further to ask public opinion on the proposed changes connected to the referendum.
Read moreWhy ISIS is Different
ISIS also differentiates from Al-Qaeda and other terrorist organizations in its strategies. Al-Qaeda’s objectives for their operations were mainly political targets in the western world. These targets were chosen to express Osama bin Laden’s disgust at the continued presence of Western powers in the Middle East following the invasion of Kuwait.
Read moreWhat’s Behind Saudi Support for the Iran Deal?
In July, King Salman of Saudi Arabia officially announced his nation’s support for the Iran nuclear deal. In the past, Saudi Arabia and Iran have never been the best of friends, but King Salman says that President Obama assured him of the deal’s success. However, perhaps there are other reasons for Saudi Arabia’s support that lie below the surface.
Read moreIslamic State’s War on Antiquities Targets Ancient City of Palmyra
BBC reports that the Islamic State group has recently been deemed responsible for the destruction of numerous antiquities. In light of the mass destruction, media outlets have raised the question as to the motives behind the Islamic State’s actions. One possible explanation lies in the group’s ultimate goal: forming a caliphate that represents their interpretation of the Islamic State.
Read moreNATO: Obsolete Superheroes?
On March 20, the Economist published a political cartoon depicting the role of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in the current confrontation between Russia and Ukraine. The cartoon depicts NATO’s power during the Cold War as a movie line up staring super heroes: Brawn, Shield, Unity, and Projector.
Read moreFocus: Russia – South Africa
Last year, Russia emerged as a frontrunner in the bid for South Africa’s developing nuclear program.
Read moreWhy France and Not Nigeria?
A terrorist attack in Paris on January 7 left 12 French citizens dead.
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