- Middle Eastern studies
A Minor Issue with Global Consequences
Normalization of Israeli-Saudi relations has been a major topic of news coverage and debate in Israel in the past weeks.…
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SIFC: A Step Towards Progress
Pakistan is a country with immense potential for economic growth and development. It has a large population of over 241 million…
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To Uphold Democracy, ECOWAS and African Union Must Condemn Electoral Malpractice
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has recently come under scrutiny for its inconsistent approach to leaders who violate the…
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The Development of Political Concepts in International Relations
International relations as an academic field of study has evolved significantly over the past century, with various schools of thought…
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Developing the Concepts of Realpolitik Theory in International Relations: The Ukrainian Crisis as an Example
Realpolitik theory has long been an influential approach to analyzing and understanding international relations. At its core, realpolitik emphasizes power…
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Mearsheimer, Realism, and the Ukraine War
Nicholas Ross Smith and Grant Dawson From the journal Analyse & Kritik Abstract The usefulness of ‘realism’ in explaining Russia’s decision to invade…
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Psychological and Decision-Making in International Relations: A Critical Analysis of the Influence of Psychological Factors on International Political Decision-Making
International relations is a complex field that involves interactions between nation states, intergovernmental organizations, non-state actors, and individuals. At its…
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Analyzing the Relationship Between Identity, Power, and Their Role in Decision-Making in International Relations
Identity and power are two critical concepts in understanding international relations and foreign policy decision-making. A state’s identity – how…
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The Russian-Ukrainian War and the Middle East: Roots, Context and Prospects
The Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has sent shockwaves around the world, with major implications for global security…
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The Role of the United States in the Moroccan-Algerian Conflict and Hidden Tensions Between Algeria and Tunisia
The Moroccan-Algerian conflict refers to the ongoing tension and sporadic clashes between the Kingdom of Morocco and the People’s Democratic…
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The Israeli Security Complex and its Influence on US Foreign Policy
Israel has become one of the top recipients of US foreign aid since its creation in 1948. The US has…
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Strategy, International Politics, and Foreign Policy: A Comparative Study in Theoretical Foundations
Strategy, international politics, and foreign policy are deeply interrelated concepts that together help shape how states behave and interact on…
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