Public International Law

A Conflict Prolonged: Leadership Failures, Diplomatic Delay, and Iran’s Strategic Advantage in the Ceasefire with the United States.

Dr. Nelson Agbor April 8, 2026

The recent ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States marks a significant, albeit delayed, shift towards diplomacy in a relationship long characterised by hostility, strategic mistrust, and episodic escalation. From an international relations standpoint, this development highlights the continued importance of negotiation as a tool for de-escalation,

BRICS NATIONS AND THE GLOBAL POWER SHIFT DYNAMICS

Dr. Nelson Agbor April 2, 2026

By Dr Tarh Ntantang Abstract The Global Economic Order has mostly been dominated by World Bank and the International monetary funds (IMF) which has been the station quo since the end of the cold war in 19991. But the rise of the BRICS an alliance of sub regional

Withdrawal, Coercion, and Collective Defence: Legal and Strategic Limits of Donald Trump’s NATO Exit Threat in the Context of the 2026 Hormuz Crisis.

Dr. Nelson Agbor April 2, 2026

The renewed threat by Donald Trump to withdraw the United States from NATO must be viewed within both the alliance’s foundational principles and the evolving constitutional and geopolitical constraints that influence U.S. involvement. NATO was created in 1949 as a collective defence pact primarily aimed at deterring Soviet

Legacies of Exploitation: Why Reparations for Slavery and Colonialism Remain Urgent in the 21st Century.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 27, 2026

The issue of reparations for the historical injustices of slavery and colonialism has re-emerged as a key topic in international human rights discussions, especially following United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/78/234, which urges renewed global focus on reparatory justice. This resolution indicates a growing awareness that the legacies

From ultimatum to Diplomacy: Reassessing Donald Trump’s Iran Strategy and its Implications for Western Leadership.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 23, 2026

The recent remarks by Donald Trump regarding Iran mark a notable rhetorical shift from confrontation to cautious diplomacy. Following a perceived 48-hour ultimatum threatening the “obliteration” of Iranian infrastructure, Trump’s subsequent message on Truth Social highlighted “very good and productive conversations” and a temporary pause to military action.

Limits of Alliance power: NATO’s legal boundaries and Economic Consequences of the Middle East Conflict.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 21, 2026

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has entered a volatile and uncertain phase, characterised by shifting alliances, unclear strategic objectives, and increasingly ambiguous political messaging from global leaders. Among the most scrutinised voices is that of U.S. President Donald Trump, whose recent statements on the war’s trajectory

Democratic Deliberation and Executive Impulsivity: Starmer, Trump, and the Politics of Consultation in Times of Crisis

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 17, 2026

Recent remarks by the U.S. President Donald Trump, in which he criticised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for delaying a decision while consulting his team, offer a valuable perspective on contrasting leadership styles in modern transatlantic politics. The episode, centred on a reported phone call, has been portrayed

War in Iran and the Crisis of Global Governance: Rethinking the Role and Structure of the United Nations.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 15, 2026

The ongoing war in Iran has become a key geopolitical crisis of the early twenty-first century, revealing fundamental weaknesses in global governance and multilateral diplomacy. As tensions have increased across the region, the international community has found it difficult to respond effectively to growing humanitarian crises, regional instability,

Policy Reversal and Strategic Consequences: The Middle East War, Russia’s Energy Advantage, and U.S. Political Narratives.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 13, 2026

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East involving Iran, the United States, Israel, and regional actors has escalated during Ramadan 2026, turning a regional dispute into a systemic crisis for the Middle East and the global economy. It started after joint U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, which prompted

Escalation Without Strategy: Evaluating the Iran War and the Risks of Long-Term Regional Destabilisation.

Dr. Nelson Agbor March 11, 2026

The escalation of hostilities involving Iran has significantly changed the strategic landscape of the Middle East and increased global economic and security concerns. What started as a few limited confrontations and proxy clashes has gradually developed into a more direct and dangerous conflict involving Iran, Israel, the United

A Conflict Prolonged: Leadership Failures, Diplomatic Delay, and Iran’s Strategic Advantage in the Ceasefire with the United States.

BRICS NATIONS AND THE GLOBAL POWER SHIFT DYNAMICS

Withdrawal, Coercion, and Collective Defence: Legal and Strategic Limits of Donald Trump’s NATO Exit Threat in the Context of the 2026 Hormuz Crisis.

Legacies of Exploitation: Why Reparations for Slavery and Colonialism Remain Urgent in the 21st Century.

From ultimatum to Diplomacy: Reassessing Donald Trump’s Iran Strategy and its Implications for Western Leadership.

Limits of Alliance power: NATO’s legal boundaries and Economic Consequences of the Middle East Conflict.

Democratic Deliberation and Executive Impulsivity: Starmer, Trump, and the Politics of Consultation in Times of Crisis

War in Iran and the Crisis of Global Governance: Rethinking the Role and Structure of the United Nations.

Policy Reversal and Strategic Consequences: The Middle East War, Russia’s Energy Advantage, and U.S. Political Narratives.

Escalation Without Strategy: Evaluating the Iran War and the Risks of Long-Term Regional Destabilisation.

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Dr Nelson A. Agbor