Partial Local Autonomy in Southern Syria: Conditions, Durability, and Replicability

In July 2018, Daraa Governorate, once home to an array of rebel groups and local governance councils, supported by significant international assistance, was partially recaptured by the Government of Syria (GoS).

Russia and Issues of HTS and Tanzim Hurras ad-Din

Moderate Syrian opposition includes some natives from Russia’s North Caucasus, although they are a minority.

The Battle for the Tribes in Northeast Syria

Northeast Syria (NES) is fragmented under the control of different powers that are all seeking to gain the support of the local Arab tribes.

Launch of international parliamentary resource to ‘Assure our Common Future.’

Press release: November 5

Switzerland’s Good Offices in Times of Great Challenge

How does Switzerland build bridges thanks to mediation and protecting power mandates? Switzerland's good offices are a long-standing tradition and play a key role in Swiss peace policy.

25 years GCSP: Responsibility to Protect Introduction

Security and Law: A Reality Check

25 years GCSP: Responsibility to Protect Revisited – Episode 1

Security and Law: A Reality Check

25 years GCSP: Responsibility to Protect Revisited – Episode 2

Security and Law: A Reality Check

25 years GCSP: Responsibility to Protect Revisited – Episode 3

Security and Law: A Reality Check

PERILS OF LETHAL AUTONOMOUS WEAPONS SYSTEMS PROLIFERATION: PREVENTING NON-STATE ACQUISITION

Despite the relative success of less sophisticated weapons, and the substantial expense and difficulty of acquisition for more advanced systems, non-state actors continue to pursue advanced weapons for two significant reasons.