Report: The Complexities of Hybrid Security Orders
DCAF and Crisis Response Council hosted, on 22 and 23 March 2022, a group of experts for a closed-doors workshop in Geneva, Switzerland.
Timely analysis and reactions to the most pressing issues in international affairs.
Brexit Britain is proving itself an international force. Here’s what the UK should do next
Ranj Alaaldin explains how the UK can build on the momentum from its approach to the Ukraine crisis.
Ukraine: How an Armed Conflict Could Play Out
Julien Théron examines how an armed conflict could play out in Ukraine in the event of a Russian intervention.
Report: Armed Groups in Conflict: Toward a More Nuanced Understanding
In this paper for CRC, Yaniv Voller explains why some groups engage in predation & violence, while others adhere to international norms.
Militia engagement in post-conflict settings
Fred Wehrey discusses how and when to engage and work with militias.
Prime Minister Kadhimi's visit to the US
CRC spoke to a group of experts to discuss the future of US-Iraq relations.
Raisi's Presidency: Reactions & Implications
CRC spoke to experts to assess Ebrahim Raisi's victory in Iran's election.
Raisi's Presidency: Reactions & Implications
CRC examines the implications of Ebrahim Raisi's victory in Iran's election.
The realities and dynamics of security sector reform
NATO's Benedetta Berti explains the key dynamics of security sector reform.
The complexities of the PKK's ties to the KRG
Wladimir van Wilgenburg explains the complexities of PKK-KRG ties.
Why Iran's proxies fear evidence
Michael Knights examines rocket attacks on the US and attempts to hold Iran's proxies to account.
The Pope's visit to Iraq & the future of Christians
Elie Abouaoun analyses the Pope's visit to Iraq and the plight of Iraq's Christians.
Why Turkey should stay out of Sinjar
Nussaibah Younis explains how the Sinjar Agreement could stave off a Turkish incursion.
Should the U.S. work with unsavoury actors?
Jomana Qaddour explains whether the U.S. should work with unsavoury armed groups.
The U.S. & Europe must work together in Libya
Arturo Varvelli explains the U.S. & Europe should unify their efforts to address Libya's challenges.
10 Years Since: Gaddafi's Libya hasn't disappeared
Emad Badi explains why Gaddafi's Libya hasn't completely disappeared.
Europe's negotiations with Iran
CRC spoke to Thomas Erndl, Member of the German Parliament.
Rocket Attacks on Erbil: Part 2
Crisis Response Council asked experts to react to the rocket attacks on Erbil.
10 Years Since: The Uprising in Libya
Crisis Response Council asked experts to reflect on the legacy of the Libya uprising.
Rocket Attacks on Erbil
Crisis Response Council asked experts to react to the rocket attacks on Erbil.
Should President Biden give Iran an economic lifeline?
Karen Young on US strategy toward Iran.
Turkey's Military Industry
Asli Aksoy examines the growth of Turkey's military industry.
U.S.-Iran Tensions: the view from Oman
Abdullah Baabood explains the perspectives shaping Oman's policy toward U.S.-Iran tensions.
Yemen and the COVID-19 Conundrum
Adam Baron analyses the impact of Covid-19 on Yemen.