Israel International Mayor’s Conference
During the week of February 25, mayors of cities from around the world gathered in Israel for the International Mayor’s Conference.
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Ambassador Earl Wayne Talks U.S.-Mexico Relations with Diplomacy Students
Earl Anthony Wayne, former United States Ambassador to Mexico under President Barack Obama, spoke to Seton Hall University’s Diplomacy students about the importance of America’s relationship with its southern neighbor.
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Can Guatemala’s Anti-Corruption Crusader Win the Presidency?
In 2009, the International Commission Against Impunity in Guatemala (CICIG) described Thelma Aldana’s appointment to the country’s supreme court as “unsuitable.” Almost immediately however, Ms. Aldana defied all expectations.
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The Face of Treason: Former Air Force Intelligence Officer Defects to Iran
On Wednesday February 13, the United States Justice Department indicted Monica Elfriede Witt, a former 11-year Air Force Counterintelligence Officer, on charges of espionage.
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Attacks in Disputed Kashmir Heighten Tensions Between India and Pakistan
In Kashmir, a region disputed between India and Pakistan, nine have been killed in a firefight between Indian security forces and fighters belonging to a Pakistan-based terror group.
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New Year for Tibetans, Both at Home and In Exile
A deep dive by writer Alyssa Veltre provides insight into the Tibetan crisis during their yearly holiday festivities.
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Polish Prime Minister Cancels Trip to Israel in Light of Holocaust Comments
On Sunday, February 17, Poland’s Prime Minister, Mateusz Morawiecki, announced the cancellation of his trip to Israel due to contentious Holocaust comments made by Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.
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South Africa to Hold General Elections in May
After much anticipation, it was announced that South Africa will hold its 2019 General Elections on May 8.
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The United Nations 2019 Global Engagement Summit
Writer Alyssas Veltre dives into the action of the United Nations 2019 Global Engagement Summit.
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Abd-El Kader Fellowship Lecturer: John Kiser
Author John Kiser joined the School of Diplomacy last month on January 16 to meet members of the Abd-El Kader fellowship team at Seton Hall University.
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