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1 Aug 2013
Negotiating with the Taliban: Pakistan’s Dangerous Dilemma
The newly elected Pakistani government remains at the forefront of efforts to negotiate with the Taliban. However, given its identity and ideology, Salma M Siddiqui warns that the risks of accommodation could be grave indeed. More on «Negotiating with the Taliban: Pakistan’s Dangerous Dilemma»

26 Apr 2013
The Threat from Rising Extremism in the Maldives
The Maldives depends upon a healthy tourist industry for its economic survival. Yet, as the CTC’s Animesh Roul reveals, a dramatic rise in jihadist activities and the violence that accompanies them is placing the Islands’ economic wellbeing in jeopardy. More on «The Threat from Rising Extremism in the Maldives»
24 Apr 2013
Bahrain Places Hezbollah on Terrorist List
Bahrain has become the first Arab country to put Hezbollah on its list of terrorist organizations. Claude Salhani traces this development back to the violent protests experienced during the Arab Spring, as well as Manama's claim that the militant group has been training anti-government Bahrainis in Lebanon. More on «Bahrain Places Hezbollah on Terrorist List»

10 Jan 2013
Iraq - A Year After the Withdrawal of International Forces
Iraq's security forces have managed to maintain a degree of stability since American combat troops left the country, writes Alex Mackenzie. He reminds us, however, that Baghdad’s security problems are far from over. A growing sectarian divide and political unrest in Syria are just two of them. More on «Iraq - A Year After the Withdrawal of International Forces»

8 Nov 2012
Troubled Times for the Sinai Peninsula
The Sinai Peninsula has recently experienced an upsurge in extremist violence, particularly against its energy infrastructure. Improving the security of this fragile region, writes Sonia Rothwell, will depend on the domestic and regional policies of the Mursi government and the Obama administration. More on «Troubled Times for the Sinai Peninsula»

14 Jun 2012
Unresolved Tensions in Yemen
A new al-Qaeda affiliate threatens Yemen's post-revolutionary political transition. More on «Unresolved Tensions in Yemen»

7 Sep 2011
The Israelite Connections of the Taliban
It is a little known fact that the majority of the Taliban, who are largely made up of members of the Pashtun or Pathan tribes, are actually of Israelite origin. While the older generation of Pashtun did not hide the fact of their Israelite descent, some of the younger generation have suppressed this knowledge in light of the present political constellation. More on «The Israelite Connections of the Taliban »

27 Nov 2009
India’s Private Security Metamorphosis
India’s newest private security personnel are rapidly transforming from static security guards to anti-terrorism forces, Jody Ray Bennett writes for ISN Security Watch. More on «India’s Private Security Metamorphosis»

24 Jun 2008
The deadly convenience of Victor Bout
With international arms dealer Victor Bout behind bars in Bangkok, many world leaders are squirming over revelations of his client list. More on «The deadly convenience of Victor Bout»
24 Jun 2008
Part II: The deadly convenience of Victor Bout
With international arms dealer Victor Bout behind bars in Bangkok, many world leaders are squirming over revelations of his client list. More on « Part II: The deadly convenience of Victor Bout»