Publications
Articles, publications, books, tools and multimedia features from the U.S. Institute of Peace provide the latest news, analysis, research findings, practitioner guides and reports, all related to the conflict zones and issues that are at the center of the Institute’s work to prevent and reduce violent conflict.
Military Action in Libya
USIP’s Paul Hughes weighs the benefits and pitfalls of greater military action in Libya.
Libya: No Fly Zone
USIP’s Paul Hughes, senior program officer with the Center for Conflict Analysis and Prevention, discusses the No Fly Zone and NATO mission in Libya.
Iraq: Beyond the Surge
Paul Hughes addressed the Capitol Hill-based study group "Security for a New Century" on the current security situation in Iraq and options to foster stability in the country and across the region.
A Third Way: Alternatives for Iraq’s Future
Paul Hughes testified on "A Third Way: Alternatives for Iraq’s Future" before the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
U.S. Recognizes Libyan Rebels as Legitimate Authority
USIP’s Paul Hughes examines the significance of the U.S.’s move to recognize Libyan rebel leaders as the legitimate authority, the potential risks involved and when is the right time to plan for post-conflict operations.
“A Veteran is more than a Soldier or Marine” -- Honoring All
On November 11th, America will observe Veteran’s Day, so named in 1954 by President Eisenhower. For 35 years, Americans had celebrated Armistice Day in recognition of the end of World War I, and as a day dedicated to the “cause of world peace.” Following the massive mobilizations and sacrifices of World War II and the Korean War, however, Congress renamed Armistice Day as Veteran’s Day, and by so doing honored the millions more who had sacrificed for the common good.
Defeating the Insurgency in Iraq
USIPeace Briefing analyzing the motivation behind the insurgency, how to deal with the insurgency, and the lessons learned.
USIP Contributes to Special Operations Summit
Paul Hughes, the U.S. Institute of Peace’s chief of staff, recently delivered a major lecture at the 2012 Special Operations Summit in Tampa, Fla., on best practices and new tools for post-conflict peacekeeping and stability operations.
Bin Laden: What does it mean for Peace?
USIP’s Special Adviser, Muslim World Initiative Steve Heydemann; Senior Program Officer Col. Paul Hughes; Military Fellow Col. John Maraia; and South Asia Adviser Moeed Yusuf react to Osama bin Laden's death.
Bringing Peace to a War
Colonel Paul Hughes reflects on USIP's presence in Baghdad facilitating inter-ethnic and inter-religious dialogue, conducting conflict resolution activities, supporting rule of law programs, and training Iraqi leaders in democratic principles.