Amid Resurgent Violence, France Suspends Aid to Central African Republic
Has Russia prevailed in its longstanding diplomatic tug-of-war with France?
Past is Precedent: Political Gridlock Tests State Institutions in Somalia
Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed’s mandate has expired and no new elections are on the horizon. Has Somalia’s 2012 constitution reached its breaking point?
Reserve Judgment: Arbitrating Energy Disputes in Africa
From new bilateral investment treaties to the rise of regional arbitration centers, the rules of the game for African foreign investment are changing – and investors need to change with them.
Gaza Conflict: Future Prospects for a Fragile Ceasefire
A four-day humanitarian pause has brought about a much-needed humanitarian reprieve and release of hostages, but don’t expect it to last beyond Monday.
Moldova and Türkiye: Keeping Friends Close
Türkiye occupies an important position in Moldovan efforts to diversify its relationships and pivot toward Europe.
This Machine Runs on Water: Lithium in Latin America
Lithium holds the promise of revolutionizing the carbon-based global economy. But it has a dirty little secret in the intense water usage involved in its extraction.
Russian Reassertion
Russia has continued to aggressively reassert itself militarily. It has made its new approach clear by threatening to target US missile shield sites with nuclear weapons, testing a new intercontinental ballistic missile and providing nuclear fuel and promises of military assistance to Iran.
Agroterrorism: The United States Must Be Proactive, not Reactive
Defense planners continue to overlook agroterrorism at our own peril.
Is Symmetric Warfare Coming Back?
After a brief absence following 9/11, it appears that symmetric warfare has returned.