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31 Dec 2012
Human Security Report 2012, Chapter 8: Deadly Assaults on Civilians
Contrary to popular belief, deadly assaults and one-sided violence against civilians by governments or armed non-state actors are not on the rise, either in war or in peacetime. This portion of the 2012 HSR carefully defines this species of violence before exploring its role in various types of conflict. More on «Human Security Report 2012, Chapter 8: Deadly Assaults on Civilians»
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28 Dec 2012
Human Security Report 2012, Chapter 7: Non-State Armed Conflict
While non-state conflicts now outnumber their state-based cousins, the 2012 HSR confirms that the latter still remain far more deadly. Gaps in the quality of data, however, and difficulties with monitoring, reporting and verifying deaths in non-state conflicts may account for some of this disparity. More on «Human Security Report 2012, Chapter 7: Non-State Armed Conflict»
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19 Dec 2012
Negotiating with a Nuclear North Korea – a Failed International Response?
Attempts to curb North Korea's nuclear ambitions remain frustrated by Pyongyang's continued reluctance to negotiate. In our latest CSS-ISN panel discussion, we consider why negotiations have failed and what options might bring Pyongyang back to the table. More on «Negotiating with a Nuclear North Korea – a Failed International Response?»
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12 Dec 2012
In Space, No One Can Hear You Pivot
According to Aaron Burgstein, the United States' pivot towards Asia will inevitably impact its presence in Space. He thus considers what strategic calculations Washington may need to make in order to secure its orbital assets from China's increasingly ambitious space programs. More on «In Space, No One Can Hear You Pivot»
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5 Dec 2012
Are Private Military Companies (PMCs) Exempted from Geneva Conventions?
Many Western states are increasingly depending on private contractors to perform tasks once done by regular armed forces. Does this trend then exempt contractors from the international laws that regulate armed conflict and protect civilians, asks Richard Rousseau? More on «Are Private Military Companies (PMCs) Exempted from Geneva Conventions?»
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4 Dec 2012
Croatian Joy, Serbian Anger at Gotovina Acquittal
The ICC's decision to acquit two Croatian generals charged with war crimes was met with mixed emotions across the former Yugoslav republics. Our partners at the IWPR warn that the decision, and the lingering issues of responsibility it exposes, may further destabilize relations between Croatia and Serbia. More on «Croatian Joy, Serbian Anger at Gotovina Acquittal»
