Weaponization of rape: Civil and military relations

Rape, used as a “weapon of war”, is a tactic and practice for many purposes: to exert power, fulfill a political strategy, and foster group behavior/ military unity. Rape is not collateral damage, but rather an effective tool when employed systematically.

Tugche Veys • October 13, 2022

OSINT - Demystifying the Fog of War?

An astonishing amount of information on the Russian invasion in Ukraine is widely available in open sources. This includes events on the ground, often with gruesome detail. Sadly, it has taken a war to reveal the prevalence and evolution of OSINT.

Ludo Block • April 11, 2022

Podcast Episode 6: Researching War, Peace and Justice

Introducing a new research group for the Institute of Security and Global Affairs.

Somia Sadiq, Prof. Joachim Koops, Dr. Ernst Dijxhoorn and Jake Wright • February 28, 2022

Trauma and the Syrian Civil War: the Implications for Security

At least half of the Syrian refugees are believed to have developed severe mental issues as a result of the conflict, yet the stigma on trauma remains prevalent as ever.

Bob Erinkveld • November 12, 2018

Has international law undermined regulation of warfare?

Despite the benefits of having institutions and legal measures in place to regulate warfare, states are no longer willing to play the game legally, and the question is why?

Marinko Bobic • April 03, 2018

Homicide and Terrorism: Could the two be related?

The triangle of war, terrorism and homicide is an intricate subject of study that bears imminent societal relevance.

Marieke Liem and Alexander Kamprad • March 21, 2017

The Paris Attacks: Implications of a ‘War’ on the Islamic State

World leaders declare 'war' on Islamic State after the Paris attacks of 13 November 2015. The world leader appear to overlook some consequences that declaring 'war' implies.

Wietse van den Berge • November 19, 2015

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