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For countries emerging from violent conflict, peacekeeping transitions often represent critical junctures in the peace process – but they are also notoriously difficult. In this podcast, we zoom out on some of the biggest questions around transitions.…

Given Europe’s varied interests in the region, it would be short-sighted to watch the Indo-Pacific debate unfold from the sidelines. It is high time for Europe to formulate a comprehensive strategy for engaging with the region.…

Die Bundesregierung unterstützt Sicherheitskräfte von Entwicklungsländern, vor allem im Nahen Osten und in Afrika. Doch die Programme haben einen entscheidenden Mangel.…

Beim Völkermord in Srebrenica vor 25 Jahren ist das Konzept der Schutzzone gescheitert – doch andernorts hat es sich davor und danach bewährt. Welche rechtlichen und tatsächlichen Gegebenheiten machen den Unterschied?…

What could the future of war and peace look like? Which trends in warfare and threats to peace will shape (in)security in Europe and its neighborhood? And what are the key issues at stake in creating a peaceful world?…

Since 2001, the Afghan state and its international partners have mobilized a range of local forces to fill security gaps and confront insurgent threats. What has been the record of these efforts? And how may they impact future dynamics in Afghanistan?…

What is strategic empathy and how it can help bring about change in times of crisis?…

New data shows: fewer German voters favor restraint in foreign policy than ever before. In particular, younger Germans expect their country to take on "more international responsibility." What does this mean for German foreign policy?…

In der deutschen Wahlbevölkerung steigt der Wunsch nach einem stärkeren Engagement Deutschlands in der Lösung von Konflikten. Vor allem die sogenannte „Generation Z“ erwartet deutlich häufiger als andere Altersgruppen, dass ihr Land international Verantwortung übernimmt. Was bedeutet das für die deutsche Außenpolitik?…

The Brazilian government under President Bolsonaro has botched its response to the coronavirus. Could this spell impeachment for the Brazilian leader?…

Exploring the challenges and risks of social science fieldwork, this book shares best practice for conducting research in hostile environments and pragmatic advice to help you make good decisions.…

The coronavirus outbreak may be a global pandemic, but its effects are not felt equally. Experts discuss how the virus deepens existing inequalities – and what can be done to level the playing field.…

The number of countries in which state structures have collapsed seems to be growing. But is it really? Are these so-called failed states a threat to global security? And is there an antidote? Five hypotheses, put to the test.…

Überall auf der Welt nutzen autoritäre Regierungen die Krise, um ihre Macht auszubauen. Doch auch für Autokraten ist die Lage komplizierter, als es aussieht.…

Die Zahl der Länder, in denen die geordnete Staatlichkeit zusammenbricht, scheint dynamisch zu wachsen. Bedrohen „failed states“ den globalen Frieden und die Sicherheit Deutschlands? Fünf Thesen auf dem Prüfstand.…