Political will
Coverage of Political will in the Nexus archive.
- Beyond the rescue: Lessons from the Oyo operation, By Samuel Aruwan
The article discusses the Oyo operation and argues that defeating terrorism requires a comprehensive strategy beyond military action. It highlights the need for political will, capable security institutions, timely intelligence, community support, good governance, and efforts to counter extremist ideologies.
- Ukraine’s Warning Britain Still Refuses to Heed
The war in Ukraine has prompted Britain and Europe to view Russia as a realistic threat, particularly as the American defense umbrella is now in question. The UK must reassess its defense spending in response to this threat, but funding will depend on political will.
- Vaccines mean malaria deaths should be falling — not rising
The article highlights that despite available tools like vaccines, malaria deaths are increasing due to insufficient funding and lack of political will, as reported in a 2026 Nature study.
- Trump lost his nerve and surrendered to a beaten Iran
The article claims Donald Trump lost strategic patience and political will, resulting in a victory for Iran. It describes Iran as being on the verge of collapse, suggesting Trump's actions contributed to this outcome.