Professor Koen Vlassenroot on the Eastern Congo conflict
Professor Koen Vlassenroot talks about the origin and current state of the Eastern Congo conflict. Koen Vlassenoot is a professor of Political science at the University of Ghent where he…
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Dr. Ofra Bengio on the Kurdish situation in the middle East
Dr. Ofra Bengio talks about the complex interplay of local, regional and international factors shaping the future of Kurdish autonomy, providing valuable insights into the ongoing Kurdish struggle for self-determination….
Dr. Tim Stevens on Intersection of Cyber and Human Security
Dr. Tim Stevens talks about the intersection of cybersecurity and human security, where he addresses some fundamental questions like how do cyber threats impact human security, from privacy risks to…
Mat Youkee on US and Chinese influence in Panama
Mat Youkee speaks about the role of the US and China in shaping Panama’s current security situation. He is a freelance journalist and independent consultant based in Panama. In this…
Loredana Teodorescu on Women’s Rights in International Conflict
In this session, Dr. Teodorescu delves into the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda, exploring approaches to advancing women’s rights in international conflict and the critical role of women’s integration…
Should the U.S. Back Zelensky’s Victory Plan? | Elina Beketova Explains
Elina Beketova discusses if Washington D.C. should support Zelensky’s ‘Victory Plan,’ where Trump may support the plan, and what can be expected from Biden in these last few weeks of…
Dr. Ofer Idels on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Dr. Ofer Idels discusses the role history has played throughout the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the dangers and opportunities in molding narratives, and his new book, Zionism: Emotions, Language, and Experience. Ofer Idels…
Dr. Baldaro on Counter-Terrorism Challenges in the Sahel
In this session, Dr. Baldaro discusses the root causes of jihadism in the Sahel, focusing on how civil wars, local grievances, poor governance, and corruption have been inadequately addressed by…
Marco Volpe on the role of China in the Arctic
In this episode, Marco Volpe talks about China’s current and future role in the Arctic region, China’s polar strategy including Antarctica, and academic bridge building between the Arctic and the…
Exploring North Korea’s Society: An Interview with Hyun-seung Lee
In this episode, our experts from the Asia & China desk, organize an incredibly insightful webinar, featuring Hyun-seung Lee, a former DPRK businessman and chair of the Kim Il Sung…
Dr. Jozef Hrabina on Russia’s Strategic Game: Shifts, Doctrine, and the Ukraine War
Dr. Jozef Hrabina talks about Russia’s strategic culture and the effect of the war with Ukraine on regional hierarchy in post-Soviet space. Dr. Hrabina is geopolitical risk advisor, scholar, and…
Anastasiia Kazakova on the UN Convention Against Cybercrime
In this series, Anastasiia and ITSS Verona discuss how different ideas, worldviews, and positions of the multistakeholder debate clashed and shaped the UN’s first convention on cybercrime – and how…
Rodrigo Duton on the Crime-Terror Nexus in Brazil
In this episode, Prof. Rodrigo Duton discusses the importance of the crime-terror nexus in Brazilian security. Prof. Rodrigo Duton is an Adjunct Faculty member at the George C. Marshall Center,…
Dr. Michael Barak on Iran Recent Developments
In this episode, Dr. Michael Barak talks about recent developments and policy changes in Iran, their impact on Israel, and the role of proxy actors following October 7th. Specifically, Dr…
Economic (in)security in the context of Italy-China economic ties with prof. Cardillo
In this episode, the researchers from the Italy team interviewed Prof. Cardillo on the importance of economic security relations between China and Italy from the perspective of state owned firms,…
Dr. Beatrice Maneshi on Women’s Rights in the Digital Economy
In this episode of ITSS Verona Member Series Video Podcast, Dr Beatrice Maneshi delves into the issue of identity, discrimination and women’s rights in the digital economy. Building upon previous…
Dr. Anna Sergi on the ‘Ndrangheta and its international dimension
In this session, Dr. Sergi discusses the characteristics that make the ‘Ndrangheta a poly-crime organisation. She expands on the particular status of ‘Ndrangheta in Europe, which is reflected in the…
Thomas Mayr-Harting on Transnistrian conflict
In this session, Mr. Thomas Mayr-Harting talks about the current dynamics of the Transnistrian frozen conflict. Mr. Mayr-Harting shares his expertise on the current status of the negotiations, the impact…
B.J. Sadiq on Pakistan’s Election Results, Pakistan Crises, and Imran Khan
In this interview, Mr. Sadiq discusses the history of Pakistani democracy delving into Imran Khan’s legacy, the recent elections results, and the current political landscape in Pakistan. B. J. Sadiq…
Prof. Ilan Kelman on Climate Change & Conflict: Case Studies of Syria & Sudan
Professor Ilan Kelman is a Professor of Disasters and Health at University College London, England and Professor II at the University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway. This interview is divided into…
Prof. Thijs van Dooremalen on Climate Crisis and Strategies of Western Nations
In this session, Professor Thijs van Dooremalen delves into the strategies of the European Union and Western nations. We dissect how each region tackles the climate crisis through policy frameworks,…
Dr Rosario Formicola on F-16 as a game changer in Ukrainian War
Dr Rosario Formicola active duty aviator Italian Air-force talks about on the potential change in the situation on the frontline in Ukraine with the transfer of F-16 aircraft to the Ukrainian Armed Forces….
Prof. Paola Rivetti on Iran and Mahsa Amini
Prof. Paola Rivetti is an Associate professor in Politics and International Relations at Dublin City University. Her expertise lies in Iranian politics, gender and sexuality, social and political mobilisation and…
Maria Zuppello on the international drivers of Ecuador’s security situation
We bring you an interview with Maria Zuppello a Latin America researcher and analyst based in Brazil. In this interview conducted by Giovanni Giacalone, Dr. Rabiah Ryklief, and Sarah Toubman,…
Anant Mishra on the current security and political situation in Afghanistan
In this session, Professor Mishra discusses the capacity of the security forces to control the territory, the Islamic State Khorasan Province, and the division within the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan….
Dr Andreas Østhagen on Arctic Geopolitics and Governance
Dr Andreas Østhagen talks about Arctic power relations, the nexus between traditional and non-traditional security in the Arctic region, US Arctic strategy, and the complexities of Arctic governance. Dr Østhagen…
Professor Joachim Koops on the future of international interventions following MINUSMA’s withdrawal
Professor Joachim Koops talks about the prospects for international military interventions in light of the new geopolitical scenario, specifically the closure of the UN mission in Mali. Professor Joachim A….
Quill Robinson on the Nexus of Climate Change and Security
Quill Robinson talks about the intersection of climate and security. He delves into the topics of energy security, the role of China and the U.S., and shares his thoughts on…
Mr. Saji Prelis on Youth, Peace and Security
Mr. Saji Prelis talks about Youth, Peace and Security. Mr. Saji Prelis is the Director of children & youth programs at Search for Common Ground (SFCG). In this session, Mr….
Dr. Sergii Masol on international criminal law in the context of the Russo-Ukrainian war
In this podcast episode, Dr. Sergii Masol talks about the ongoing violation of human rights in Ukraine from the perspective of the law. This small, but informative, talk covers the…
Professor Ashok Swain on Water Security in South Asia
Professor Ashok Swain talks about Water Security in South Asia, its vulnerabilities and what approach could policymakers take to ensure water security in South Asia. Professor Ashok Swain is a…
Latin American street gangs in Europe
Paolo Grassi is an Assistant professor at the University of Milano Bicocca (Department of Human Sciences for Education “R.Massa”). He has carried out ethnographic research in the Dominican Republic, Guatemala…
Vladimir Radunovic and Anastasia Kazakova on Cyber Diplomacy
Vladimir Radunovic and Anastasia Kazakova talk about cyber diplomacy, the geopolitics of cyberspace, and the roles of state and non-state actors. Vladimir Radunovic is Director, E-diplomacy and Cybersecurity Programmes, and…
Dr Marco Bocchese on international relations and law concerning the Ukraine-Russia war
Marco Bocchese is an Assistant Professor at the Webster Vienna private University specialized in international relations and law. He also got a PhD at Northwestern University in International Relations. In…
Prof. Inderjeet Parmar on the US and the world in 2023
Prof. Inderjeet Parmar talks about the United States domestic and foreign policy in 2023. Parmar is a professor of international politics at the City, University of London, and co-editor of…
Reinhold Gallmetzer on Environmental Crime
Reinhold Gallmetzer is an Appeals Counsel at the Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court; and the founder and Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Center…
Dr. Stephen J. Blank on Power competition in the Caspian Sea region
Dr. Stephen J. Blank, Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute, discusses power competition in the Caspian Sea region. The European Union is searching for energy sources around the…
Anisa Abeytia on the Human Security implications of Colonial Antecedents in Migration
Ms Abeytia explores the impact of colonial antecedents on migration and asylum policy, the implications of limitations in policy formulation, and the next steps in advancing toward human-security based migration…
Diletta Huyskes interviewed on AI and Human Rights
Diletta Huyskes, Head of Advocacy in Privacy Network, talks about the latest developments regarding Artificial Intelligence. In particular, this episode deals with the challenges that AI poses to the protection…
Michele Tallarini on Radicalization and Extremism in the Sahel
The ITSS Africa team interviews Michele Tallarini, a researcher at the University of Bergamo, analysing Sahel’s and North Africa’s radicalization and extremism dynamics. Through his direct experience in the field, Michele…
Ido Levy on ISIS vs Al Qaeda
Interviewers: Anna Lorenzini and John Devine. Ido Levy talks about the deep conflict between ISIS and Al-Qaeda and its possible implications from a strategic point of view, the significance that they believe the…
Conversation with Stefano Piazza (Italiano)
A conversation with Stefano Piazza on the capabilities of Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State since the death of Ayman al-Zawahiri and future developments. (Una conversazione con Stefano Piazza sulla condizione…
Prof. Germano Dottori on Iran’s shifting role amidst developments in the Middle East
In this interview conducted by the “Iran Desk” at ITSS Verona Prof. Germano Dottori addresses and analyzes Iran’s role within the new developments in the Middle East. The interview focuses…
Interviewing Barat Ali Batoor
In his second interview, with ITSS Verona, renowned photographer Barat Ali Batoor discusses the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, the discrimination faced by the different ethnic communities in the country,…
Marco Bocchese on International Law in terms of Russia-Ukraine War
Marco Bocchese is a Professor of international law and international relations at the Webster University in Vienna. He talks about international justice that might be applicable in the Russian-Ukrainian War…
Jozef Hrabina on Global Economy in terms of Russian-Ukrainian War
Jozef Habrina is a Chief Analyst at the Council of Slovak Exporters – an expert in geopolitics and geoeconomics. He discusses war impact on the global economy and prospects for…
Tracey German on the Human Security implications of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Dr. Tracey German is a Professor in Conflict and Security at King’s College London, focused on Russian foreign and security policies, particularly Russia’s use of force in the post-Soviet space….
Ashik Bonofer on the Economic Crisis in Sri Lanka
Dr Ashik Bonofer talks about the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka, those responsible, and what the situation in Sri Lanka means for the future of stability in the region….
Lisa Gaufman on Russia’s Information Warfare in Ukraine
Dr. Lisa Gaufman received her PhD from the University of Tübingen, Germany, in 2016. She then joined the Institute for Intercultural and International Studies at the University of Bremen as…
Dr. Ali Fathollah-Nejad on Iran’s Nuclear Policy and the JCPOA
In this interview conducted by the “Iran Desk” at ITSS Verona Dr. Ali Fathollah-Nejad addresses and analyzes Iran’s nuclear policy and the revival of the JCPOA. The interview focuses on…
“He who accepts… survives”: Tales from Syria
The ITSS Verona Middle East team interviews a Syrian gentleman who wishes to remain anonymous for security reasons. He details his experiences of returning to Syrian after 12 years. He…
Manochehr Dorraj on the development of bilateral relations between Iran and China
In this interview conducted by the “Iran Desk” at ITSS Verona Prof. Manochehr Dorraj addresses and analyzes the gradual development of bilateral relations between Iran and China. The interview focuses…
Sonia Silvestri on Environmental Security and Italy’s Coasts
In this podcast, Dr. Sonia Silvestri from the University of Bologna speaks about threats to Italy’s coastal ecosystems and environmental security. She explains how environmental challenges across Italy impact the…
Dr Widdershoven on the Gulf States’ Energy Strategy in the Context of the Russian-Ukrainian Conflict
Dr. Cyril Widdershoven talks about the energy strategy pursued by the Gulf States in the context of the current war in Ukraine. Dr. Cyril Widdershoven is a long-experienced expert in…
Admiral (Retired) Lee Hsi-Min on Taiwan’s Military Defence
Admiral Lee Hsi-min (retired) is a Senior Fellow at the Project 2049 Institute. He previously served as the Chief of the General Staff of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Armed…
Maxim Alyukov on Russian Media, Autocracy and Information Control
In this interview, Dr Maxim Alyukov explores how political engagement in authoritarian states affects the ways in which its citizens interpret the news, particularly focussing on the Russia-Ukraine War. How…
Alessandro Vivaldi on the Challenges for Intelligence and Geopolitical Analysts of our Times
Alessandro Vivaldi talks about the main challanges for intelligence and geopolitical analysts in our times. He is president at AIAIG – Associazione Italiana Analisti di Intelligence e Geopolitica. In this…
The Role of NGOs in the Sahel Region: A talk with Marianna Mormile
Progettomondo is an international non-governmental organization founded in 1966 to promote sustainable development, human rights, and a new form of justice and conscious migration in Latin America and Africa. In Italy and…
Bordering Practices and Global Health Governance during the Covid-19 Pandemic – with Simon Ruston and Adam Ferhani.
In this podcast, Simon Rushton and Adam Ferhani from the University of Sheffield discuss with us their research on the bordering practices during the pandemic. They unpack the tensions between border control,…
Interview with Nawres Arif
ITSS Verona’s Middle East Team interviews Nawres Arif, an Iraqi entrepreneur, where he discusses the problems facing Iraq, the region, and the entire world. Interviewing Team: Angelo Calianno and John Devine.
Leonardo Zanatta on the Russia Ukraine Conflict and its implications on European Energy Security
Mr Leonardo Zanatta is a current Phd candidate in International Security Studies at Corvinus University in Budapest. He talks about the role of the European Union in the Russia-Ukraine conflict,…
Maria Zuppello on Tropical Jihad in Latin America
Maria Zuppello talks about Jihad in Central and Latin America, with a particular focus on her book “Tropical Jihad. The crime-terror nexus in Latin America”. Maria Zuppello is a freelancer video journalist who has…
Defense Spending and Procurement in South East Asia
Richard Bitzinger talks about the current dynamics shaping the defense market in South East Asia, notably in light of the South China Sea disputes. He presents the predicted trends of…
Taras Kuzio on the Russia-Ukraine Crisis and the War in Donbass
Professor Taras Kuzio from Henry Jackson Society and Kyiv Mohyla Academy shares his insights on the Russo-Ukraine crisis, Russian invasion of Ukraine, the conflict in Donbass and Ukraine’s membership of…
A Conversation with Giovanni Giacalone on Al Qaeda and Islamic State
Giovanni Giacalone has an MA in Islamic Studies from Trinity Saint David University of Wales and a further specialization in Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from the International Institute for Counter-Terrorism-IICT. He is currently a…
Jeremy Garlick on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)
Dr Jeremy Alan Garlick is an Associate Professor of International Studies and International Relations. Currently, he is the Director of the J. Masaryk Centre of International Studies at Prague University…
History and Ethnography of Tusan People, Peru
In this session, Mariela Noles Cotito – Professor of Political Science, Discrimination and Public Policy at the Universidad del Pacifico, Peru and Editor of the Book Mas alla del Bicentenario:…
Natalie Dobson on the Rise of Climate Litigations
Natalie Dobson, assistant professor at Utrecht University on international law and climate change law, explains the rise of ‘climate litigations’ and its ties to human rights and constitutional law. The…
Sergey Markedonov on Georgia’s Political and Social Polarisation
Sergey Markedonov is an Associate Professor at Russian State University for the Humanities based in Moscow (Russia). From May 2010 to October 2013, he was a visiting fellow at the…
Teuta Sahatqija on Cybersecurity and Kosovo
Teuta Sahatqija talks about development of cybersecurity capacity in Kosovo since 1999, gender equality in the technology industry, cybersecurity, cybercriminal and cyberviolence occurrences, and the importance of technological development. Teuta…
Zeno Poggi on The Sanctions Regime against Iran
Dr. Zeno Poggi, co-founder, President and CEO of ZPC S.r.l., Vice President of ACCUDIRE S.r.l. and President of AWOS- A World of Sanctions, tackles a complex issue: The Sanctions Regime…
Prof Boaz Ganor on defining Terrorism
Professor Boaz Ganor, founder of the International Institute for Counter-Terrorism (ICT), Israel, shares his insights on the debate regarding the definition of terrorism and explains how it can be demarcated…
Andre Morsman on EU and Dutch Security Prospects during the COVID-19 Pandemic
In this interview, Andre Morsman talks about EU and Dutch national security in view of the Covid-19 pandemic, and how we can expect the recent strategic security autonomy discussions and…
Gonzalo Pozo Martin on the Nord Stream 2
In this ITSS Verona Member Series Video Podcast by the Political Economy, Development, and Energy Security Team, Gonzalo Pozo Martin talks about Nord Stream 2 and its consequences on EU-Russia…
Giulia Pompili on the Security in South East Asia
Giulia Pompili discusses South Asian security perspectives. Giulia Pompili is a journalist and author. She currently sits on the South Asia desk at Il Foglio and writes the South Asian…
Democracy and Politics of Emotions with Marianna Griffini
The International system & World order – Italy Team interviews Dr Marianna Griffini from King’s College London. She is a Lecturer in the Department of European and International Studies at…
Raziya Masumi on Afghanistan Part II
In this two-part series interview, Raziya Masumi, Lawyer and Women’s Right Activist, discusses the current situation in Afghanistan facing women and the country as a whole by providing her own…
Raziya Masumi on Afghanistan Part I
In this two-part series interview, Raziya Masumi, Lawyer and Women’s Right Activist, discusses the current situation in Afghanistan facing women and the country as a whole by providing her own…
Bernard Finel on Strategies of US-China Competition: the US’s “United Front” Approach
Bernard Finel talks about his most recent research work on US-China competition from the perspective of the “united front” strategy currently being pushed by US leadership. In this session, Professor…
Prof. David Burigana on the EU Defence Strategy
Prof. David Burigana, Professor in International History of Science and Technology and History of International Organizations at the University of Padua, shares his insights on the European Union (EU)’s Defence…
In Conversation with Joanna Chiu
The ITSS Verona’s International System’s Team focussing on China and Asia interview Joanna Chiu, a senior journalist for the Toronto Star, Canada’s largest newspaper, and the author of China Unbound:…
Tyra Tucker on the Power of Digital Diplomacy
Tyra Tucker shares her insights about the changing nature of digital diplomacy in the post-pandemic world, and the barriers and triumphs experienced in her journey to becoming a global voice…
Andrej Movchan on the influence of the Russian Federation on today’s Geopolitics.
Today, with our guest Andrej Movchan, we had the chance to probe today’s geopolitical situation, so that we can understand as best as possible what our future holds. We discussed the…
Debora Pinzana on Gender-based violence and its prevention in conflict and post-conflict countries.
Debora Pinzana, human rights and gender advisor, in occasion of the International Campaign “16 days of activism” discusses about the concept of gender-based violence, the importance of GBV prevention and…
In Conversation with Funmi Onolisakin on Education policies of the new generations in Africa
The “International system & World order – Africa” interviews Funmi Onolisakin from the King’s College in London. She is Vice President (Global Engagement) and Professor of Security, Leadership and Development…
An Interview with Nicolò Scremin
Nicolò scremin, a non-resident fellow of Program on Extremism with the George Washington University and vast experience in the field of counter-terrorism, talks about his personal and professional experience regarding…
A reflection on climate change and security with Dr. Duraid Jalili. (Part 2)
In the second part of the two-part series interview with Dr. Duraid Jalili, Lecturer in Defence Studies at King’s College London, Dr. Duraid reflect on climate change and security. Interviewers:…
Interview with H.E. Amb. Khaled Zekriya, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Italy
An interview with H.E. Ambassador Khaled Ahmad Zekriya, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Rome, Italy; regarding the recent events in Afghanistan and the importance of the international…
Howard Anglin on China-Canadian Relations
Howard Anglin is a post-graduate researcher at Oxford University. He was previously Deputy Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Principal Secretary to the Premier of Alberta, Jason Kenney,…
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