International

The Other Threat to Democracy in Europe Europe is renowned for its long history of democracy, and overall commitment to preserving democratic values. However, beneath the apparent harmony in the European democracies, a dangerous trend has been emerging in recent...

In the aftermath of the US withdrawal from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, there is growing concern among political observers that a new deal between Iran and the US may no longer be possible. The timeline of events leading...

 Brexit – What It Is and How It Happened? Brexit, short for “British exit”, is a term used to describe the United Kingdom’s exit from the European Union (EU). Although the referendum to leave was held on June 23rd 2016,...

Understanding Putin's Role in International Relations   The events of the last decade have painted a vivid picture of European international relations, and how Putin’s role in decision making has evolved. By looking back at a decade-old conflict between Russia...

Why Extremists Need Therapy Extremism continues to be a major factor in destabilizing international politics, economics, and everyday life. There have been numerous studies conducted that have assessed the reasoning behind individuals becoming extremists and the consequences. This article examines...

Jimmy Lai is one of the most prominent pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong. He is the founder of Next Digital, the publisher of the newspaper Apple Daily. Lai has publicly challenged China’s growing presence in Hong Kong, often speaking...

Can the West Actually Ditch China? The economic relationship between the United States and China has long been uneasy. President Trump has launched a trade war between the two countries in part because of his frustration with China's policies on...

What Was the Point of the Syria ‘Withdrawal’? On October 6th, 2019, President Donald Trump announced the US military would be “pulling back” from their positions in northeast Syria. From the announcement, it appeared Trump had decided to unilaterally withdraw...

Ukraine’s Influence on European Politics Ukraine has exploded onto the European political scene in recent years, causing widespread shockwaves that are still reverberating throughout the continent’s politics. The country has become a major player in multiple geopolitical arenas, and its...

Around the world, there are hundreds of different police forces and policing styles. While countries vary in the approach they take to keeping their citizens safe, there are numerous lessons the world could teach America about policing. From various...