Information on "Armaments"
May 2013
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6 May 2013
Why Terrorism is Different
While the Boston Marathon bombing was immediately labeled as a terrorist attack, the US has witnessed several outbreaks of mass violence that weren’t defined that way. Today, James Joyner revisits a familiar definitional game – i.e., he tries to distinguish one form of politically motivated violence from another. More on «Why Terrorism is Different»
March 2013
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28 Mar 2013
Explainer: What's New In U.S. Missile-Defense Plans?
The United States recently announced that it is restructuring its missile defense plans in order to deal more effectively with the challenges posed by Iran and North Korea. Today, Robert Coalson outlines what these changes are and what they mean for US relations with Russia and China. More on «Explainer: What's New In U.S. Missile-Defense Plans?» -
27 Mar 2013
Reading Into South Korea's Nuclear Debate
North Korea's recent nuclear test prompted calls for an indigenous nuclear weapons program in the South. Toby Dalton and Yoon Ho Jin analyze this shift in South Korean public opinion and its possible impact on Seoul's long-standing 'no nukes' policy. More on «Reading Into South Korea's Nuclear Debate» -
25 Mar 2013
Trends in International Arms Transfers, 2012
Our partners at SIPRI have released a report that charts conventional weapons transfers over the past six decades. Among other things, the report reveals that China has overtaken the United Kingdom and become one of the top five arms exporters in the world. More on «Trends in International Arms Transfers, 2012» -
19 Mar 2013
Method not Madness: Why Tehran Continues to Pursue its Nuclear Program
Despite widespread international condemnation and tough sanctions, Iran's controversial nuclear program shows no sign of slowing down. Today, Benjamin Mayer explains why Tehran continues to pursue a program that has so many opponents. More on «Method not Madness: Why Tehran Continues to Pursue its Nuclear Program» -
1 Mar 2013
Israeli Anti-Ballistic Missile and Counter-Rocket Systems: Architecture and Operational Record
Israel continues to develop an increasingly sophisticated array of missile defense systems to counter the threats posed by their neighbors. Today, PISM’s Marcin Andrzej Piotrowski provides an update on the status of the country’s missile defense program and partnerships. More on «Israeli Anti-Ballistic Missile and Counter-Rocket Systems: Architecture and Operational Record»
February 2013
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26 Feb 2013
U.S.-Iran Relations: In Diplomacy We Trust
Tracy Lee believes that the reelection of Barack Obama may help to ease tensions between the United States and Iran. What she does not expect to change, however, is Washington’s tough diplomatic stance over Tehran’s controversial nuclear program. More on «U.S.-Iran Relations: In Diplomacy We Trust» -
20 Feb 2013
Interview With Mary Ellen O'Connell, International Law Expert, on US Drone Policy
In this interview with the IPI's Global Observatory, Mary Ellen O'Connell criticizes the US's legal justifications for its drone policies. The Obama administration, she argues, is "playing at making law" and undermining internationally accepted rules. More on «Interview With Mary Ellen O'Connell, International Law Expert, on US Drone Policy » -
19 Feb 2013
Kazakhstan: Astana Registers Diplomatic Boost with Iran Nuclear Talks
Kazakhstan is set to host multinational talks on Iran's controversial nuclear program. Our partners at EurasiaNet consider how Astana pulled off this 'diplomatic coup' and what it might mean for the Central Asian state's international reputation. More on «Kazakhstan: Astana Registers Diplomatic Boost with Iran Nuclear Talks»
January 2013
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29 Jan 2013
Modernization of the Indian Air Force
As the Indian Air Force (IAF) celebrates its 80th anniversary this year, Laxman Kumar Behera takes its measure. He examines its C4ISR capabilities and provides an overview of New Delhi’s attempts to modernize the IAF’s fighter aircraft and other platforms. More on «Modernization of the Indian Air Force»
