Master of Laws (LLM) · Utrecht University
Iasmina is a Master’s student at Utrecht University specializing in International Security and Conflict Law. Building on a bachelor in Public International Law, she has developed expertise in conflict, humanitarian and human rights law, diplomacy, and international security, while remaining curious about other complementary domains. Wherever her career takes her, she aims to embody her core scout values and "leave the world better than she found it."
Dual-use GovTech turns citizens into “security sensors”: civilians supplying security-relevant data. While they can boost resilience and improvement, they may also raise DPH and cyber-reprisal risk.
Is nuclear deterrence truly fading or rising again since the Cold War? Treaty erosion, modernization, politics and alliances show its revival like a phoenix. While promising security, nuclear deterrence increases humanitarian risks and global tensions, making the global community question its tru…
China has rapidly expanded its influence in the Caribbean through infrastructure, trade, and the Belt and Road Initiative. The U.S., once dominant in the region, now responds with tariffs, aid, and military ties, but often reactively. Thus, the Caribbean has become a key arena of U.S.-China rival…
The 2025 presidential elections in Romania and Poland marked a pivotal moment for NATO’s eastern flank and also the start of a new chapter.Romania’s pro-European outcome contrasts with Poland’s conservative shift, raising questions about regional cohesion. Thus, the future of NATO’s unity and its…
How will Biden’s offshore oil drilling ban affect U.S. energy policy and global relations?Biden’s ban seeks to protect ecosystems and combat climate change but could weaken U.S. energy control, potentially leading to greater reliance on oil imports and altering global energy geopolitics.The ban r…
The conference showcased how Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) enables mission success in complex environments. It examined CIMIC’s future role amid hybrid threats and natural disasters. Participants emphasized the need for stronger integration of civil actors in planning, intelligence, and stab…
