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.
Question And Answer
Amid a Changing Global Order, NATO Looks East
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.
Egypt's Transition
The departure of Hosni Mubarak on Friday opens up new possibilities for a transition to real democracy in Egypt. Whether these possibilities will be realized remains uncertain. Steven Heydemann explores the evolving situation.
Arab Authoritarian Order Shattered
Robin Wright looks at Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak's resignation means for the region.
Egypt’s Protests Underscore Importance of Early Warning
The crisis in Egypt sparked debates about whether the U.S. government failed to anticipate the events. USIP’s Lawrence Woocher comments on these debates and the role of early warning in preventing conflict and instability.
Côte d’Ivoire’s Political Stalemate: A Symptom of Africa’s Weak Electoral Institutions
This Peace Brief examines the political stalemate in Côte d’Ivoire following the November 28, 2010, presidential election and its implications for the future.
World Interfaith Harmony Week
In October of 2010, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution to mark World Interfaith Harmony Week dannually during February 1-7. In honor of this week, on February 3, 2011, Qamar-ul Huda presented his work on a panel entitled "The Role of faith-based organizations and interfaith initiatives in Development, Reconciliation and Peacebuilding” sponsored by the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC).