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What's in a Name? The Geopolitics of Renaming Landmarks

SIS professor Hansong Li discusses the reasoning behind the renaming of geographic features and landmarks and the possible geopolitical implications of those names.
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Navigating Uncertainty: Resources and Hope for the SIS Community

We've compiled resources, opportunities, and pathways forward to support you during this critical transition under the Trump 2.0 administration.
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Israeli and Palestinian Flags

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Understanding the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreement

SIS professor Boaz Atzili explains how a ceasefire agreement hopes to bring a long-awaited albeit fragile peace to the region.
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Syria’s Chemical Weapons after Assad: A CAS Conversation

An interview with AU Professor of Chemistry Stefano Costanzi about the history of chemical weapons in Syria—and what comes next after the fall of the Assad regime
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Five Elections to Watch in 2025

SIS professor Garret Martin discusses the implications of Germany's 2025 election in this piece for The Conversation.
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2024 year in review

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SIS Year in Review 2024

A look back at the stories, podcast episodes, and more that helped define 2024 for the SIS community.
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Former President of Syria Bashar al-Assad

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US Role in Syria Unclear in Wake of Assad's Fall From Power

SIS professor Jordan Tama spoke with The Conversation about US engagement in Syria after the overthrow of Syria's longtime leader, Bashar al-Assad.
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EU flag against brick building

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The Samoa Agreement: Focus on the Caribbean Economic Development and EU Partnership

What effects will the Samoa Agreement have on the Caribbean region vis-à-vis the US, China, and the EU?
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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol

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Six Questions About South Korea and Martial Law

SIS professor Ji-Young Lee discusses South Korea’s short-lived martial law declaration, its historical importance, and possible future impacts.
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Rolls of international currency

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Understanding Trump Tariffs 2.0

President-elect Donald Trump has promised to impose a new slate of tariffs as soon as he enters office in January 2025. We asked SIS professor Michael Stanaitis to explain how tariffs work and what they mean for the US economy.
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