The end of the Cold War unleashed a new era of international relations and accelerated the forces of globalization. Old conflicts reasserted themselves and the seeds of new threats were sown. This series examines those regions, relationships and issues that in the international arena have the potential to cause conflict between states. Each title offers a theoretically grounded analysis of the history, current complexion and likely outcome of the flashpoint to enrich our understanding of global politics, security and international relations.