At the time of the Soviet invasion, those fleeing from Afghanistan to Pakistan were one of the largest refugee populations…
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At Rise to Peace, we are dedicated to conducting thorough research and analysis on terrorism, exploring its triggers and drivers, and identifying best practices to prevent its rise. Our team of experts delves into the intricacies of extremism and terrorism, examining their dynamics, tactics, and underlying causes. Through our research, we aim to provide policymakers and the public with valuable information and insights to play an active role in countering extremism. We contribute to the field by writing articles, reports, op-eds, and more, sharing our findings and recommendations based on meticulous research and evidence. By prioritizing research and analysis, we empower policy practitioners and the public to engage effectively in preventing and addressing the challenges posed by extremism and terrorism.
Political Crisis For Refugees Seeking Asylum In Greece
By Rise to Peace
/ March 21, 2021
There are currently 119,700 refugees in Greece, while another 19,100 refugees remain on the Greek Islands, seeking asylum. Despite many…
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What To Expect From The Moscow Peace Conference On Afghanistan
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ March 18, 2021
The Moscow conference peace talks are being attended by the Troika group, which includes; Pakistan, Iran, China, Russia, and the…
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Are Nigeria’s Counterterrorism Operations Boko Haram’s Biggest Ally?
By Rise to Peace
/ March 18, 2021
For the last decade, Nigeria’s deadliest threat has undoubtedly and consistently been Islamic group Boko Haram. The terror group would…
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An Introspective Outlook Of The U.S Letter To Afghanistan
By Rise to Peace
/ March 15, 2021
Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s letter to President Ghani and Chairman Abdulla Abdulla addressing the Afghan peace process highlights its…
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What Can Afghanistan Learn from Rwanda?
By Rise to Peace
/ March 10, 2021
When the war in Afghanistan finally ends, an estimated 50,000 to 60,000 Taliban fighters will have to be reintegrated into…
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Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad Visits Kabul For Afghan Peace Talks
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ March 9, 2021
Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, the US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation, has left Washington DC for a trip to Kabul. His…
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Domestic Terrorism Discussion with Michael Sherwin, Acting U.S. Attorney for D.C.
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ March 3, 2021
On Thursday 25th February, Mr. Sherwin joined Ahmad Mohibi, President of Rise to Peace, for an insightful discussion concerning domestic…
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Biden Administration Resumes Taliban Peace Talks
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ March 1, 2021
After weeks of increased violence, uncertainty, and a stalemate between the negotiating parties, talks between the Afghan government and the…
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What Is Next for Afghanistan’s Sikhs and Hindus?
By Arman Sidhu
/ February 22, 2021
Before it earned its moniker as the ‘Graveyard of Empires’, the Durrani Empire of Afghanistan ceded a significant amount of…
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What Does Future Trade Look Like in Light of the Afghanistan-Pakistan Transit Trade Agreement?
By Arman Sidhu
/ January 8, 2021
Following several months of talks between trade representative from Pakistan and Afghanistan, the two countries appear poised to finalize a…
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The Kafala Controversy: Migrant Labor Reform in the Gulf
By Arman Sidhu
/ January 3, 2021
Among the seismic economic changes to emerge in the twentieth century, few were as drastic and consequential as the growth…
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Gender Analysis and Representation of Women as a Counterterrorism Approach
By Caitlin Hopwood
/ December 29, 2020
At a time where women can be victims, violent actors, and agents of positive change, the consideration of gender analysis…
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Afghanistan: Peace Talks and an Increase in Violence
By Jonad Anderson
/ December 22, 2020
Since peace talks in Doha commenced in September, violence has escalated in Afghanistan, however, recent developments could present a way…
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How Can Afghanistan Reduce Its Aid Dependency?
By Isabella Bjorkman
/ December 14, 2020
While violence escalated across the country, the intra-Afghan peace talks were stalled for weeks because of difficulties agreeing on procedural…
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Investment in Prisons as a Counterterrorism Approach
By Sébastien Thys
/ December 9, 2020
At a time when Europe is undergoing a new wave of terrorist attacks, the challenges posed by prisons and the…
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Special Report: The Rise of the Islamic State in Afghanistan
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ December 8, 2020
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) is one of the deadliest and most potent terror groups the world…
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Afghan Aid Dependency: Two Alternatives for Foreign Donors
By Arman Sidhu
/ December 8, 2020
With just over 77% of its government budget dependent on foreign aid, Afghanistan’s prospects of establishing a self-reliant state in…
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Remembering Rajani Thiranagama and Examining the Roles of Women in Post-Conflict Sri Lanka
By Rise to Peace
/ December 2, 2020
”One day some gun will silence me and it will not be held by an outsider but by the son…
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From Bonn to Doha: Why Is Afghanistan Still at War?
By Jamil Ziaey
/ December 1, 2020
In December 2001, the city of Bonn, Germany hosted a conference on Afghanistan after the joint operation by the United…
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