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.
Steven Heydemann on Libya
Expert Steven Heydemann discusses how the current events in Libya could impact the region and the history of the U.S.'s relationship with Libya in the wake of recent violence and protests.
Ending with ETA? Elusive Peace in the Basque Country
In January the Basque separatist group ETA (Euskadi Ta Askatasuna), announced a “permanent, general and internationally verifiable ceasefire”. On February 7, leaders of Batasuna, a political party that served as ETA’s surrogate and has been banned since 2003, presented the statutes of a new party in a bid to re-enter the democratic game and pursue the goal of independence by solely political means. With the support of USIP, Teresa Whitfield, of New York University’s Center on International C...
USIP Launches New Grantmaking Program: Communication for Peacebuilding
USIP recently issued the first call for proposals under the Communication for Peacebuilding priority grant program. The program will support innovative research and practice designed to increase our understanding of how communication flows and communication technology can best be leveraged to improve the practice of peacebuilding.
Navigating Tricky Transitions in Iraq, Afghanistan
The last American troops will leave Iraq this year, and the first troops will leave Afghanistan starting this summer. That means the civilian side of the U.S. government must step up to assume a greater responsibility in the void the military leaves behind. But is the U.S. government ready to take on this bigger role as the military exits? The answer is: it's far from clear.
Internet Freedom and Social Media
Following the massive protests in Egypt, Tunisia and elsewhere in the Middle East, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton spoke about the importance of Internet freedom and social media. USIP’s Sheldon Himelfarb examines how – and how much – the Internet can impact politics and be a force for freedom.
Event Wrap: Making Peace in Afghanistan
More than a year into the “surge” of American and international military forces in Afghanistan, there are only mixed results on the ground, say experts. And that, they say, begs the question – who is helping to build the political process on which a final, peaceful resolution can be reached?
We Are Actively Engaged in Promoting Peace at USIP
USIP Chairman of the Board J. Robinson West writes in The Wall Street Journal: "We are Actively Engaged in Promoting Peace at USIP."
No Compromises on National Security
USIP President Richard Solomon writes in Politico about the U.S. Institute of Peace's mission to promote peace at a time of war.
All Eyes on the Egyptian Military
As events in Egypt continue to unfold, the world focuses on the role of the Egyptian military. USIP asked Middle East expert and congressional expert, Graeme Bannerman, to share his views on the situation.
Egypt's "Winds of Change"
USIP's Abiodun Williams reflects on Hosni Mubarak's departure and the remarkable events in Egypt.