EPIS Magazin Archiv

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps play an important role in the country’s political and economic spheres. Their power in both business and politics has therefore major implications on how Western decision-makers should approach the organisation.

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is all but surprising, considering Moscow’s history of aggression against neighbouring countries. In addition, Russia’s expectation of quick success may have contributed to the decision to launch a military operation against Ukraine.

A deal without losers? Why the arms deal between South Korea and Poland holds benefits for both countries, and which implications it carries for Europe and the Indo-Pacific.

This article provides a review of the history of Tehran-Kabul-relations. In summary, Iran’s attempts to exert influence become evident when examining social, political and economic ties between the two countries.

Perceived security is influenced by a range of factors, among them work and presence of the police. This article looks at the interplay between law enforcement and society, and particularly examines communication strategies employed by the German police.

Quo vadis, Europe? Cases can be made for rising, stagnant, or declining levels of cooperation within the EU. An examination of implications each trajectory would have for the future of the European Union.

Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems are the latest contested development in warfare. This article will examine different approaches to their regulation and how they are incorporated into the framework of International Relations and International Law while also highlighting the ethical and practical debate at the heart of the issue.

The dynamic Middle Eastern security landscape is in a constant state of transformation. Highlighting crucial trends, including the Abraham Accords, the Saudi-Iranian détente, and China's expanding influence in the region, the text underscores the vital need for policymakers to comprehend these new dynamics.

Global economic regime is fragmenting and is being securitised. This brings new risks and opportunities for all state actors to challenge and redistribute the status quo to their advantages.

It is all about sending a message: Introducing a successor is not why Kim Jong-un showcases his daughter. Rather, he wants to send a message to the international community. And considering developments in North Korea’s domestic politics, his signals are credible.

How impactful are institutions at mitigating anarchy in International Relations? This article will dive into this question to provide a constructivist and cosmopolitanism argument that competing values and interaction between groups represent the core consideration in this debate on the effects and nature of anarchy.

Hydrogen may be the champagne of the energy transition. The text analyses development of hydrogen economy and its impact on EU and international relations.