INS 2040 ARMED CONFLICTS
Armed conflicts have increased at an alarming rate since the end of World War II. As conflicts have shifted in nature from interstate wars to insurgencies, they have become increasingly difficult to contain and resolve. In this course, students will learn about armed conflicts from theoretical, methodological, and policy perspectives, with a focus on conflicts in Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. They will explore answers to the following questions: How do we identify a conflict when see one? Why do individuals resort to violence? How have conflicts changed over the years? What causes new wars? How may we approach the resolution of complex and lengthy wars? How do gender disparities manifest in the context of armed conflicts? Students will learn various theoretical approaches towards conflict resolution and their practical implications
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