Books in the Contemporary Security Studies series

Examines Russia's external security policy under the presidencies of Vladimir Putin, Dmitry Medvedev and beyond. This book analyses security documents, military reforms and policy actions towards friends and foes, such as the USA and NATO, to provide an assessment of the security stance of the Kremlin.

Examines US hegemony and international legitimacy in the post-Cold War era, focusing on its leadership in the two wars on Iraq.

Focuses on the justifications for, and practice of, war by the US since 1990, and examines four case studies: the Gulf War, Kosovo, Afghanistan and Iraq. The author undertakes an examination of presidential speeches and public documents from this period to determine the focal points on which the respective presidents based their rhetoric for war.

Examines the notion of the legitimacy of the use of force in international affairs, specifying conditions under which stability intervention is most likely to occur and be justified.

Presents, tests, and analyzes what has come to be known as the territorial explanation of war.

Examines the concept of aggression in international relations and how it has been dealt with by international law and collective security organisations. This book analyses the evolution of the concept of aggression in international relations from World War I to the post-Rome Statute era. It is of interest to students of International Law.

Examines the communicative aspects and implications of US counter-terrorist policies towards al-Qaeda.

Examines the emergence of international norms to govern the spread of small arms, and the extent to which these norms have been established in the policies and practices of states, regions and international organizations.

Intends to conceptualise EU action in the field of regional security.

Examines the conditions under which the decision to use force can be reckoned as legitimate in international relations.

Presents a study of the realities of contemporary warfare. This book shows us that neither military nor civilian agencies can act effectively alone in resolving modern conflicts; and joint civil-military efforts are needed, and those efforts must be deliberately planned from the outset of an operation.

Examines the practice of universal jurisdiction, as well as the broader phenomenon of "globalizing" justice, and the ramifications of developing practice.

Addresses the ambiguities of the growing use of private security contractors. This book provides guidance as to how our expectations about regulating this expanding 'service' industry may have to be adjusted.

Offers a comprehensive assessment of small arms and security-related issues in post-9/11 Afghanistan. This book provides a distinctive balance of thematic analysis, conceptual models and empirical research. It is suitable for students of Afghanistan, small arms, insurgency, Asian Studies, and conflict studies in general.

Explores the crisis in transatlantic relations and analyses the role of NATO following the collapse of the Soviet Union. This book offers a theory of cooperation in the security paradigm to explain the state of transatlantic relations and NATO's failure to adequately transform itself into a security institution for the 21st century.

Examines transatlantic security relations after the Cold War, and how this has influenced the development of an EU strategic culture. This book provides an analysis of relations between Europe and America during the tempestuous years 1998-2004. It challenges established orthodoxy regarding the sui generis nature of the European Union.

Offers an examination of the involvement of peace enforcement soldiers in the detention of indicted war criminals. This book addresses why peace enforcement missions need to be involved in detaining indicted war criminals. It analyzes how the securing of justice and transitional justice is incorporated into the UN's approach to peace-building.

A study of US foreign policy decision-making in relation to Iran and its implications for Middle Eastern relations.

Presents an account of President Clinton's foreign policy during 1992-2000. This book covers the main substantive issues of his administration, including Iraq, Bosnia and Kosovo. It also emphasizes Clinton's adaptation of the elder Bush's 'New World Order' outlook and his relationship to the younger Bush's 'Americanistic' foreign policy.

Provides a reassessment of Anglo-American defence relations. This book examines this key relationship by focusing on the Nassau agreement of December 1962. It places Nassau in its context and shows how multi-level collaboration continued between the US and UK in NATO despite tensions over American involvement in Southeast Asia and Britain's role.

Examines the interplay between energy policy and security policy under Vladimir Putin, and his drive to re-establish Russia's 'greatness'. This book argues that Russia's desire to strengthen its role of 'energy security' provider is undermined by its inability to secure growth in production of oil and gas.

Examines the international political order in the post-Cold War era, arguing that this order has become progressively more punitive. This title argues for the necessary presence of justice, authority and agency if punishment is to function effectively. It also explores intervention, sanctions, counter-terrorism policy, and war crimes tribunals.

As 'War on Terror' evolves into 'Long War' against Islamo-fascism, it demands an enduring commitment to ensuring security of United States and its allies. This book argues that post-Cold War security paradigm is fundamentally unsustainable. It also includes essays on the need for a conception of global security rooted in justice and emancipation.