The Best of DW: The Ceasefire Agreement
The Best of DW: news, analysis and features A ceasefire agreement – also known as a cessation of hostilities (CoH)…
IMF Bailout – Why It Doesn’t Work
When a country’s financial crisis reaches critical levels, it may turn to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for assistance. In…
Drone Strikes and Legitimacy
Drone strikes are an integral part of the US military’s strategy against terrorism abroad. Supporters cite their efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and…
Territorial Dispute and International Conflict
Territorial dispute is one of the most frequent causes of international conflict and can lead to enduring militarized rivalries that…
How to Avoid a Global Market Crash
Historically, crashes tend to follow a recognizable pattern. Investors can use this knowledge to prepare for them and reduce the…
Military Invasion
Invasions are large scale military operations that can have significant consequences for the areas and people involved. These impacts can…
Global Recession
A global recession is a prolonged worldwide slowdown in economic activity, including a decline in gross domestic product (GDP), which…
The Importance of International Relations
International relations examines the ways in which nations interact with each other. It includes studying foreign policy, global politics, world…
What is an International Alliance?
International alliance refers to the formal agreements among sovereign states of various countries to cooperate for various reasons. These alliances…
Global Debt Crisis
In an era of ultra-low interest rates, countries piled up debt on unsustainable terms. Some now face insolvency and unpayable…