Aberystwyth University hosts discussion on Syria conflict
A discussion on the conflict in Syria, which will address themes such as security, the effectiveness and ethics of the use of military force and the historical context of this complex situation, will be held on Thursday (September 26) in the Main Hall at the International Politics Department at Aberystwyth University. The evening, held between 6-7.30pm, will begin with a round table discussion between academic staff at the University, and will be followed with an opportunity for members of the audience to ask questions, make comments and engage in a discussion with the speakers. Dr Jenny Mathers, the Head of Department and a specialist on Russian politics and security, explains; “The conflict in Syria has dominated the headlines in recent weeks and we hope that this discussion will help to highlight some of the less-familiar aspects of this crisis. “Much of the media coverage has focussed on a very narrow range of explanations and policy prescriptions, but the Syria crisis is made up o...