Jul 24, 2020
The Islamic State and Al Qaeda are locked in a struggle for
ideological supremacy in Africa. While this fight may seem
appealing to the US, it presents some dangerous pitfalls that
threaten US national security and the well-being of millions of
Africans. In this episode of Overwatch, Emily Estelle, the research
manager...
Jul 17, 2020
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently enacted a
constitutional amendment that will allow him to run for president
again in 2024 and potentially remain in power until 2036. This
amendment is a critical accomplishment for Putin, as term limits
threatened to force him from office in 2024, but it came with a
steep price...
Jul 9, 2020
The Syrian Civil War is well into its ninth year and shows
little sign of ending. The US recently deployed a new wave of
sanctions targeting the Syrian Regime. Meanwhile, Russia, Turkey,
and Iran are actively interfering with the UN peace process by
running their own competing negotiations. In this episode of
Overwatch,...
Jul 4, 2020
The global health crisis caused by COVID-19 has affected nearly every aspect of American society and government. The pandemic has forced changes to individual lifestyles as well as the highest levels of policymaking. In this episode of Overwatch, ISW National Security Fellow Jennifer Cafarella discusses the...