international security

Explores why the United Nations has repeatedly failed to confront genocide, focusing on the crucial role of the Secretariat, its relationship with the Security Council, and the failure of UN officials themselves to confront genocide.

Examines responses to terrorism around the world, both before and after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, arguing that the international community has missed key opportunities to cooperate against trans-national terrorism and develop a strong stance against terrorist activity.

Examines the inner workings and plans of Iran's mullahs, revealing President Ahmadinejad's radical roots and involvement in an organization with terrorist links, his role in Iran's weapons program, the country's involvement with Iraq, and its broader goals for the future of the Middle East.

When teenager Tyler Wingo receives what seems like an impossible message--from his father, reported K.I.A. in Afghanistan--he hires Sean King and Michelle Maxwell, former Secret Service agents, to investigate where the letter might have came from. Sean and Michelle uncover mysteries that force them to come to the strange conclusion that someone is after both Tyler and his father.

Collects twenty-five essays that address issues concerning nuclear armament, discussing national security, the U.S. response to nuclear weapons and terrorism, and more.

Twelve essays argue opposing points on the issue of whether Iran is a threat, discussing the country's nuclear program, diplomacy in American-Iranian relations, and other topics.

Presents twenty-five essays that argue opposing positions on issues related to rogue nations, including what countries are the most dangerous, what threats they pose, human rights violations, and suggested global responses to these nations.

Discusses the issues surrounding military intervention, democracy and human rights, militarism and the arms trade, the United Nations and world order. Includes library study guides and classroom discussions.