http://rusi.org/ web@rusi.org en-us Copyright 2012 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4EA6BA7DD4035/ The long awaited Green Paper on Justice and Security suggests the British Government wants to close a legal loophole to ensure sensitive intelligence material from abroad can be kept secret. But is this wise in an age when advancing technologies makes secrecy more difficult and at a time when the public appears to want greater openness? 2011-10-23 15:00:00 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4E936A1D5D13E/ Was the United States right to target one of its own citizens? What are are the implications for future drone attacks? 2011-10-10 22:58:04 http://rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:A4E316D5A66AB6/ The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea plays a vital role in regulating maritime exploitation, but where does the UK stand? 2011-07-28 15:08:59 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4DE78AD4167E2/ Atrocities and excesses in counter-insurgency are by no means a modern phenomenon 2011-06-02 14:06:30 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4DAEB5DD10A7F/ Unmanned Aerial Vehicles have prompted widespread criticism, despite having proven their value in a variety of contexts. In many cases, their use may be the most logical - and safest - option. 2011-04-20 11:35:45 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4D9DDD0CAD725/ If all parties involved in the Israeli-Palestinian are to avoid bruised reputations and bloodied hands, they need to change their approach. Embracing co-operative solutions to communal problems would be a start. 2011-04-07 17:00:47 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4D91E71FD3A73/ Western policymakers may weigh up a number of ways to help the rebels in Libya - what should not be in doubt, however, is their obligation to provide some much-needed assistance. 2011-03-29 15:11:57 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4D83436ABF69F/ The UN's approval of a no-fly zone over Libya has raised the diplomatic and strategic stakes for all parties - but will it be enough? 2011-03-19 11:00:00 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4D834B8C9DBFF/ The UN Resolution was the news many were waiting to hear - and Qadhafi's announcement of a ceasefire seems to have vindicated calls for intervention. But is this merely the first phase of an ill-conceived, protracted conflict? 2011-03-18 12:17:24 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4D7DF3B0B153F/ A no-fly zone is mired in political obstacles. Those states with a moral and strategic interest in forestalling a Qadhafi victory ought to step around that diplomatic morass. Assistance to the rebels - even non-lethal and non-tangible - is a feasible and effective option. 2011-03-14 11:11:02 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4D78B7EE322E1/ Dr Jonathan Eyal on the UK's 'jerky policy' towards unrest in the Middle East, the complete lack of any contingency planning within the FCO, and the importance of accepting that there is no such thing as 'the Arab exceptionalism'. 2011-03-10 11:38:09 http://rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:A4CED652035D31/ After the Supreme Court's verdict, soldiers still need an acceptable deal on human rights 2010-11-24 19:20:14 http://rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:A4CED63621B9BC/ Private security firms need a workable system of regulation 2010-11-24 19:12:33 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4CE3EC0FAE8D0/ The Rt Hon Lord Justice Gross outlines a variety of areas where national security impacts on the courts. He said that both the security agencies and the courts must come to a mutual understanding which helps them to perform their vital roles whilst preserving intelligence secrecy operating within a legal framework. 2010-11-17 15:29:08 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4CBC18CDA29C8/ The Convention on Cluster Munitions is a welcome step forward, but it needs clarity 2010-10-18 10:52:26 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4C9737E9AA053/ With the future stability of Afghanistan in question, does the answer lie in the incorporation of more female troops? 2010-09-20 11:38:10 http://rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4C222966E3D0B/ Chris Maughan looks at the latest evidence on how risk is being managed in defence procurement and states what still needs to be done. 2010-06-23 16:35:05 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4B475B34EBDA8/ The failure of terror suspect Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab to blow up an airliner over the US has also highlighted failures in our counter-terrorism strategies and analysis, which must now be addressed. 2010-01-08 16:21:38 http://rusi.org/news/ref:N4B0D427DD18DD/ The international community must abandon an 'obsession' with quantity over quality in order to combat corruption within the ranks of the Afghan National Police, according to a report published by the Royal United Services Institute. 2009-11-25 14:45:59 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4AE8359535743/ Can government legitimately mingle its social interventions with intelligence gathering, as the UK's Prevent counter-terrorism strategy stands accused of doing? 2009-10-28 12:23:31 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4AC9C8C7265FE/ The long-awaited European Union investigation into last year's war between Russia and Georgia ignored the real context of the conflict - resulting in a banal and simplistic report that has failed to fulfil its intended purpose. 2009-10-05 11:31:36 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4AA8E80F56BF4/ The recent elections in Afghanistan have been subject to widespread criticism. In the midst of the debate over how to react, the author assesses the implications for Afghanistan and the options for moving forward, based on his experience as an analyst and observer before and during the polls. 2009-09-10 12:52:24 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4AA67636AB9B9/ In the midst of abundant criticism of the Afghan democratic system and the perceived illegitimacy of the recent election, Ershad Ahmadi considers the symbolic and logistical successes made by the country. Amidst ‘myriad challenges’ facing Afghanistan, the international community must come to terms with its system and start looking forward. 2009-09-08 16:25:29 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4A60A1AE6F3F5/ The trial of Charles Taylor is a milestone for justice in Africa; but it also has a global significance. Beyond the penny dreadful, stereotypical media headlines of dictators running for cover, this trial could also have a serious impact on domestic politics and foreign policy in London and Washington. 2009-07-17 17:09:37 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4A44A941B2BB0/ When young men and women join the Armed Forces they do so with the full realisation that they may be required to lay down their life for their country. In return for this sacrifice, they should be afforded the same human rights protection as every other British citizen. The Equality and Human Rights Commission has worked to ensure that the human rights of military personnel are protected. It is with great pleasure that we join with them in celebrating Armed Forces Day 2009. 2009-06-26 11:56:27 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4A12DBAD5CF7F/ The Judgement handed down on 18 May by the Court of Appeal does not radically alter the existing parameters of combat service for military personnel. Rather it confirms the previously held view that soldiers should be accorded all reasonable protection within the context of operational conditions. Future litigation will clarify the decision made by the Court of Appeal and will also further serve to allay the fears of operational officers. 2009-05-19 17:19:56 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4A08588D0AE24/ This RUSI conference analysed the recent decision by the International Criminal Court to issue an arrest warrant for the Sudanese president. This report presents the findings and debate. 2009-05-11 17:58:08 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C49ABC3C56FFA0/ The House of Commons Defence Committee has published a damning report on Defence Equipment, highlighting the failure to translate strategy into an affordable equipment programme. 2009-03-02 11:47:49 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C494A850A9D0E9/ This summer's Pitt Review, and the Government's response, should ensure that the Civil Contingencies Act Enhancement Programme is based on bitter experience and not just the best considered planning assumptions. 2008-12-18 17:16:42 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C493693A069803/ The Ministry of Defence points to the recent success of some acquisition projects as it defends itself against criticism made in ‘Changing the Dinosaurs Spots’. But the key issue is not the relative success or failure of individual projects but the overall performance of the MoD’s acquisition organisations and how their cultures affect that performance. 2008-12-03 14:12:59 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C47275D48D1C3C/ The UK Government has just launched a consultation on the use of War Powers and the Royal Perogative. 2007-10-30 16:38:07 http://rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C45379B5261023/ Whilst allowing intercept evidence into open court can possibly address existing civil liberty concerns, it could conversely result in a fundamental revision of counter-terror strategy. 2006-10-19 16:43:17 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A44C9D1925128E/ The existence of Guantanamo Bay remains unacceptable. It is time that it should close. 2006-07-28 09:00:00 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:P426FAA5ECA8AA/ 2005-04-27 16:06:06 http://rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:P422C425FB973A/ The debate about the use of intercepts is hardly just a tiny aspect of the wider legal framework of the fight against terrorism, but one of its most important elements. 2005-03-07 12:00:31 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7b757ccb/ The language of terrorism has become the rhetorical servant of the established order, wherever it mi 2004-06-18 12:23:44 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7a93a80b/ In the aftermath of the terrorist attacks on the United States in September 2001, the British Govern 2004-06-18 12:23:44 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f780c81ab/ 2004-06-18 12:23:42 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f779ef2ab/ 2004-06-18 12:23:42 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7644e08b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f75941d3c/ 2004-06-18 12:23:40 http://rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:J40d32ea71aa7a/ The real impact of the new Act will be on policing rather than intelligence activities, and civil rights groups should take some comfort from the fact that the burden of proof will r emain unchanged. 2001-02-01 09:00:00 http://rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4461D90F67A02/ 1997-06-09 13:00:00