Product Types: Commentary

Commentary

Iran May Trade Drones for Russian Fighter Jets, Helicopters, and Trainers

Iran has an opportunity to enhance its military capabilities and training, which are currently outmatched by most neighboring countries
December 11, 2023
Robert Czulda
Commentary

Martyrdom and Power in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

By studying the theological-turned-radical ideology of Hamas, analysts can better understand Hamas's political and military goals.
December 11, 2023
Carlo J.V. Caro
Commentary

Funding the Third Pillar: Financing Human Rights at the UN

Human rights receives only 4% of the UN's assessed regular budget, leaving significant room for US financial leadership -- if they choose
December 8, 2023
Andrew Hyde
Commentary

Iran Faces a Mountain of Unresolved Domestic Problems

While Iran touts the actions of its proxies against Israel, it is struggling to deal with growing economic and societal problems at
December 6, 2023
Anonymous
Commentary

Why Are the Houthis Getting Involved in a War Between Israel and Hamas?

By targeting Israel and Israeli-owned ships, the Houthis are signaling that their harsh rhetoric against Israel is not just empty words.
December 4, 2023
Marc Martorell Junyent
Commentary

Commemorating 75 Years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by Committing to a More Responsible Arms Trade

Considering the importance of a more responsible, restrained, and arms trade on the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
December 4, 2023
Elias Yousif
Commentary

Kissinger’s Very Mixed Legacy of Brilliance and Brutality

Brilliant, paranoid, ruthless are only a few words that come to mind when examining the mixed legacy of Henry Kissinger
November 30, 2023
Barbara Slavin
Commentary

Unexpected Consequences of the Gaza War

The war has shaken up the balance of power in the Middle East, leading to new opportunities for countries vying for influence
November 29, 2023
Nader Habibi
Commentary

Critical Minerals: The Not-So-Green Side of the Green Transition

Critical mineral extraction and its negative impacts on the environment and human rights in Global South producer countries remain critical challenges to
November 29, 2023
Aude Darnal
Commentary

Modest Beginnings: North Korea Launches Its First Reconnaissance Satellite

Following North Korea's satellite launch on November 21, Vann Van Diepen discusses the reconnaissance satellite's development and potential impacts.
November 28, 2023
Vann H. Van Diepen
Commentary

Will the Gaza War Affect Iran’s Nuclear Strategy?

Iran will have to balance between using the Gaza crisis to advance its nuclear program without also provoking a major response.
November 28, 2023
Mohammad Salami
Commentary

Agrarian Reform and U.S.-India Relations

Improved U.S.-India cooperation in agriculture can help revitalize India's struggling agricultural sector, and more.
November 20, 2023
Dr. Ladhu R. Choudhary
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