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Children in Armed Conflict Accountability Framework

This Framework is a practical resource that promotes accountability for serious violations of international law committed against children in armed conflict. It responds to the significant gap that exists in preventing and remedying these serious violations – and is designed to assist…

11 Jun 2015 Resource

The use of explosive weapons in Syria: a time bomb in the making

Based on an analysis of 77,645 incidents collected between December 2012 and March 2015, this study conducted by Handicap International in 2015 shows that explosive weapons are the most commonly used weapons in the Syria conflict with more than four…

5 Jun 2015 Resource

A Toolkit for Urban Resilience in Situations of Chronic Violence

In this toolkit, Diane E. Davis (2015) analyses eight-case studies of cities suffering from a history of violence (Johannesburg, Karachi, Kigali, Managua, Medellín, Mexico City, Nairobi,and São Paolo), identifying promising practices promoting urban resilience, as well as the obstacles. This toolkit is derived…

1 Jun 2015 Resource

Understanding a New Generation of Non-State Armed Groups

This publication by The UN System Staff college (UNSSC) and the Center for for International Peace Operations (ZIF) is the result of the 2014 Dialogue Series, a seminar for Deputy Special Representatives of the Secretary-General (DSRSGs). Noting the enormous policy and programmatic…

1 Jun 2015 Resource

MENA Regional Analysis-Egypt

This document (2015) is part of a multi-country analysis by Other Solutions EU focusing on MENA hotspots. The document highlights the most recent security concerns in Egypt, particularly focusing on Jihadist groups in North Sinai peninsula. The document also assesses the Government’s response to…

1 Jun 2015 Resource

MENA Regional Anlysis-Yemen

This document (2015) is part of a multi-country analysis by Other Solutions EU focusing on MENA hotspots. The document reflects on Yemen’s complex ground situation, with multiple factions struggling for power. It further highlights the vast humanitarian implications in addition to the intervention of regional powers…

1 Jun 2015 Resource

MENA Regional Analysis-Libya

This document (2015) is part of a multi-country analysis by Other Solutions EU focusing on MENA hotspots. The document gives an overview of the developing crisis in Libya, analysing key players, and further assessing the most recent development in the Country.

1 Jun 2015 Resource

Mapping features of armed groups- Ansar Bait al-Maqdis

This analysis by Other Solutions Consulting (2015) assesses the operational context of the armed group Ansar Bait al-Maqdis, active since 2011 in the Sinai Peninsula. The document provides an overview with regard to structural organization and military capacities of the group, as…

1 Jun 2015 Resource

Mapping features of armed groups-Houthi Rebels

This analysis by Other Solutions Consulting (2015) assesses the operational context of Houti rebels militia active in Yemen, where the group fights for more economic and religious autonomy. The document provides an overview with regard to structural organization and military…

1 Jun 2015 Resource