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Islamic State
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Filipino and Fijian Peacekeepers Trapped and Captured in Syria
By Ankit Panda
APAC peacekeepers are captured in Syria, IS spreads to Southeast Asia, and Kissiner ponders order. Weekend links.
Why Militant Groups Succeed
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The success of IS and other militant and rebel groups can be explained by an Arab historian.
The Root Problem of IS in Indonesia
By Rizvi Shihab
The Islamic State is exploiting the disconnect between real and perceived economic growth.
Kidnapped 'Mercenary' in Syria Poses Problem For Japan
By Clint Richards
Haruna Yukawa’s involvement in illicit activities will complicate negotiations for his release.
Malaysian Police Investigate Teen Boy for Liking Israel
By Luke Hunt
Once again the country does its international reputation no favors.
US Airstrikes in Iraq: A Win-Win Situation for China
By Shannon Tiezzi
China is pessimistic that airstrikes will help, but stands to benefit if U.S. intervention stabilizes Iraq.
Obama Authorizes Air Strikes in Iraq
By Ankit Panda
The Obama administration has authorized airstrikes against the Islamic State in Iraq.
Is a Silent India the Best India?
By Arman Sidhu
India’s policy of non-interference will continue to serve it well in today’s volatile international climate.
Will the Islamic State Spread Its Tentacles to Pakistan?
By Arif Rafiq
Despite talk of Pakistan militants swearing allegiance, so far at least the threat seems overstated.
Why the New Caliphate is Irrelevant
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
And why the idea of a caliph just won't work.
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