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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.
Civil Society Under Siege in Colombia
This report is based on material gathered during and after a delegation visit to Colombia from February 14 to 20, 2003, organized by the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA), to evaluate the effects of the internal armed conflict on Colombian civil society.
West Africa Web Links
Below are links by topical categories to resources primarily in English providing information generally on conflict in West Africa, particularly the Mano River Union countries of Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone. For related web links, see Sierra Leone Web Links, and Regional Resources: Africa. For more USIP resources see Western Africa. General Resources Government Agencies and International Organizations Maps and Guides Media and News Sources Peace Agreements and ...
A New Afghanistan: Challenges of Governance and the Rule of Law
A Special Current Issues Briefing on Capitol Hill.
Terrorism in the Horn of Africa
Summary For over a decade, the United States has considered the Horn of Africa—Kenya, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Somalia, Eritrea, and Sudan—a major source of terrorism. Following the 9-11 attacks against the United States, the Horn has come under increased scrutiny as a strategic focal point in the war against terrorism. In May 2003, the Kenyan government admitted that a key member of the al Qaeda terror network was plotting an attack on western targets, confirming al Qaeda's firm local ...
Where is the Lone Ranger When We Need Him?
A penetrating study of U.S. policy on peace operations, examining the challenges of establishing sustainable security in postconflict environments in places like the Balkans, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Robert Perito chronicles the history of American conceptions and misconceptions regarding peacekeeping forces.
Implementing U.S. Human Rights Policy
Since the 1970s, the promotion of human rights has been an explicit goal of U.S. foreign policy. Successive presidents have joined with senators and representatives, hundreds of NGOs, and millions of ordinary citizens in deploring human rights abuses and urging that American power and influence be used to right such wrongs.
The Role of Religion in Iraqi Politics
Iraq seems to be experiencing a religious revival and religious leaders, particularly Shiite leaders, exert increasing political influence.
Iraq's Middle Class Is the Key to Unity
Addressing sectarian and ethnic issues will be critical not only for reconstruction efforts but also for Iraq's unity and territorial integrity.
French Negotiating Behavior
Dealing with La Grande Nation
Biosecurity: Limiting Terrorist Access to Deadly Pathogens
In this Peaceworks report, current national and international efforts to prevent terrorists from acquiring dangerous pathogens and argues for the establishment of a set of global biosecurity standards are explored.