When Canada announced that it would not be extending its commitment to the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Mali beyond one year, few were surprised. But many are perplexed that …
Central African Republic (2014 – first combat deaths)
Central African Republic (2014 – first combat deaths) The Conflict at a Glance: Who (are the main combatants): Since the 2013 coup and the collapse of the Séléka regime, …
Canada’s future role in UN peace operations
It has been almost three decades since Canada was among the leading contributors of troops to United Nations peacekeeping missions. In late 2017, the government announced Canada’s return to peace …
Democratic Republic of the Congo (1990-first combat deaths)
Democratic Republic of the Congo (1990-first combat deaths) Summary Type of Conflict Parties to the Conflict Status of the Fighting Number of Deaths Political Developments Background Arms Sources …
A race to the bottom on migration
The European Union has recently weakened protections for migrants under the guise of cooperation, writes Cesar Jaramillo, warning of a downward trend. Mere hours before 100 African migrants drowned off the coast …
Will Canadian troops support peace in Mali?
Almost two years ago, Canada pledged to bolster United Nations peacekeeping missions with as many as 600 troops. The Canadian government finally made good on that promise when it recently …
Never Forget the Victims: Prosecuting Charles Taylor, President of Liberia, for War Crimes
UPDATE: Lecture cancelled. We were just informed that due to a huge storm that has hit the Eastern United States, David Crane is unable to travel to Waterloo for his …
Sudan-Darfur (2003 – first combat deaths)
Sudan-Darfur (2003 – first combat deaths) Conflict at a Glance Who (are the main combatants): The Government of Sudan, led by President Omar Hassan al-Bashir, and supported …
South Sudan: formerly Sudan (1983 – first combat deaths)
South Sudan: formerly Sudan (1983 – first combat deaths) The Conflict at a Glance Who (are the main combatants): The Government of South Sudan, with the support of Uganda, opposes …
Mali (2012 – first combat deaths)
Mali (2012 – first combat deaths) The Conflict at a Glance Who (are the main combatants): The government of Mali, supported by France, against Tuareg rebels, mainly the National Movement …