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St. Francis Prep MUNC IX
All Star Committee
Radical Islamic Terrorism and the Influx of Refugees
The situation in the Middle East can simply be described as chaos. People are living
everyday of their lives in fear of an ISIS attack. With the Middle East being the root and
battleground of radical Islamic terrorism, the people of countries such as Syria, Afghanistan, and
Iraq cannot afford to chance the safety and security of their families and continue to remain
living under the shadows of terrorism.
There is a great migration currently taking place, moving millions of people away from
their homelands in the Middle East. A modern day exodus is taking place as entire families leave
the only life they have ever known in search of safety and basic human rights protection. This
mass movement has sparked great debate amongst the international community as to what to do
with the influx of refugees. At the close
of 2014, there were an estimated 19.5
million refugees seeking shelter in
foreign land. Since the rise of ISIS, that
number has increased to 59.5 million in
one years’ time. While many argue that
it is the responsibility of the world
powers to provide shelter to these people as a basic human right, others argue it’s simply not
safe. With the recent terrorist attacks that took place in Paris this past November, many
(including the director the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the United States) argue that there
is no way to ensure that a terrorist won’t slip across the border disguised as a refugee, and seek to
launch more attacks.
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Countries such as Jordan, Iraq, Turkey, Lebanon, Germany, Sweden, France, United
Kingdom, and Denmark have, for the most part, accepted any and all seeking shelter into their
nations graciously. Others such as Canada, United States, and Australia have been more reluctant
to accept the immigrants. The problem is, this strategy of individual choice isn’t working.
Jordan, Lebanon, and Turkey have been able to accept a combined total of about 4 million
refugees into their land, but are quickly approaching capacity. This has put a huge strain on the
resources and economies of these nations, and still leaves over 55 million people without shelter.
Unless other nations (beyond those mentioned above) rally to their cause, the effort to solve the
refugee crisis will be in vain, and will leave their nations crippled and in need of economic aid.
As for Canada, the United States, and Australia, they are viewed by those in favor of providing
shelter to the refugees as simply playing into the hands of ISIS. ISIS is using their refusal to
extend a helping hand as propaganda fuel recruiting more sympathizers to their cause. Canada,
the United States and Australia argue the opposite side of the coin. They believe all nations must
hold firm in not bringing refugees across their boarders, arguing that this will surly give rise to
multiple terrorist attacks and create a global situation in which it is impossible to protect
civilians. Additionally, these nations argue that the global economy cannot handle the strain of
accepting all of these refugees into already overpopulated nations whose economies struggle to
stay above water as it is.
Main Goals of the Committee Session: First, the Security Council must recognized that this is
not an issue for UNHRC to solve. The nature of the cause of the refugee displacement (ISIS and
the threat they pose to the safety of the entire Middle East region) is that of a security issue (the
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safety of 59.5 Million people, to be specific). Secondly, delegates must outline a plan to deal
with the influx of refugees. Whether or not you choose to welcome them humanely across
borders, or instead opt to guard against a terrorist attack is up to you. The solution reached
however, should involve the cooperation of all nations and must be able to accommodate all 59.5
million refugees (should you opt to open the boarders). Third, delegates must outline a plan to
combat the security issue ISIS currently poses. It is not necessary to outline a plan to completely
destroy them, but the immediate threat to the security of the entire Middle East region must be
dealt with. Any working paper written by the committee must address both issues.
Questions to be considered:
1. Is your nation part of the mass exodus of citizens?
2. Is your country in support of open or closed boarders?
3. What actions (if any) is your nation currently taking to aid the refugees?
4. Has your nation been a victim of terrorism?
5. What actions (if any) is your nation currently taking to combat ISIS?
Links
1. http://www.latimes.com/world/europe/la-fg-migrants-scorecard-20150908story.html
2. http://www.cnn.com/2015/09/09/world/welcome-syrian-refugees-countries/
3. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/target/etc/modern.html
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St. Francis Prep MUNC IX
All Star Committee
The Syrian Conflict:
Tensions between US and Russia while balancing human
rights with global security.
The civil war in Syria has quickly progressed since its birth in 2011, from a ProDemocratic protest, into an international power struggle. In March of 2011, Bashir Al-Assad
(President of Syria) chose to meet the cries and protests of his people for fair government with
military force, rather than risk losing his control over Syria. Since that decision, Assad’s nation
has been at war. At First, the war was simple. After seeing the human rights violations the
Syrian government had committed against its own people in gunning down those protesting
peacefully, more rallied to the protestors cause. Eventually a militarized rebellion group called
“The National Coalition for Syrian Revolutionary and Opposition Forces” formed, and armed
conflict between this group and the Syrian army ensued all across Syria. The conflict, although
destructive, remained isolated to these two groups until in August of 2013, the UN found
conclusive evidence that Assad had used chemical weapons against his own people. As news of
the use of Sarin nerve gas in the suburbs of Damascus spread, outrage spread across the world,
and so to do international interest in intervention.
Fast forward to present day and A United States lead coalition, in conjunction with
Turkey and the Golf States, now back the Syrian Rebels providing them with political and
military aid in an attempt to finally put a stop to Assad’s slaughter of his own people. As if to
perfectly counter balance the opposition, The Syrian Government is now supported by Russia,
Iran, and Hezbollah who have entered the war and set up a Joint Operation Room in Baghdad,
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Iraq to coordinate military efforts against the rebels. Both Russia and the United States fly
planes over Syria, launching airstrikes against the Rebels (Russia) and Syrian Government
(United States) frequently. To complicate matters even further, ISIS has opened up a front in
Syria, combating both the Syria Government and the Rebel group in an attempt to demonstrate
its strength and seize control of the Syrian Nation. The conflict is now locked in a three way
battle for supremacy.
The Problem is, the war has far greater
implications beyond that of just the future of
Syria. Many now consider the conflict to be a
Proxy War between the US and Russian Lead
Alliances, both of which have a considerable
amount to lose geopolitically, should the war
swing against their favor. Russia cannot allow
an ally to fall, especially in the Middle East
since it has so few left. To do so would have severe economic consequences and project
weakness to the international community, possibly resulting in the destabilization of its other
alliances. The United States cannot allow Russia and Iran to dominate the conflict, as doing so
would allow the Assad regime to regain its full strength, most probably resulting in further
human rights violations against innocent lives. On one hand, Assad must answer for the human
rights violations he has committed, but removing him risks destabilizing the region and allowing
Syria to fall into the hands of ISIS. Additionally, with both the US and Russia actively engaging in
Air Strikes, one miss fire could ignite world war three.
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Main Goals of the Committee Session: Delegates will outline a plan to stabilize Syria,
keeping in mind the harsh human rights violations Bashir Al Assad has committed against his
own people, but bearing in mind that his removal could result in ISIS ceasing control of the
region. With the United States and Russia also taking active military roles in the region,
delegates must also be careful not to start world war three in the process.
Questions to Consider:
1.
Does your nation back any side of the Syrian Civil War?
2.
Does the conflict directly affect your nation?
3.
What does your nation propose the growing presence of ISIS in the region be
addressed?
4.
How does your nation propose the conflict be resolved?
5.
Has your nation already instituted any initiatives in the region?
Useful Links:
1. http://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2015/10/syrian-civil-war-guide-isis/410746/
2. http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-26116868
3. http://www.un.org/sg/articles/articleFull.asp?TID=140&Type=Op-Ed&h=0
4. http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-23849587
5. http://www.cfr.org/syria/syrias-crisis-global-response/p28402
Current Map of Syria:
https://pietervanostaeyen.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/2000px-syria-15.png
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St. Francis Prep MUNC IX
All Star Committee
The North Korean Hydrogen Bomb
Kim Jong-Un is Back! As of December 14th 2015, The North Korean Government is
claiming for the first time in history to have Hydrogen bomb capabilities. With the rise of ISIS
and radical Islamic terrorism, Kim Jong Un’s nation has for too long been quietly gaining
strength unnoticed.
In 2006 North Korea successfully tested its first nuclear weapon, demonstrating to the
world that it had entered the exclusive group of global nuclear powers. The Weapon Kim Jong
Un’s scientists developed was an Atomic Bomb, very similar in strength to one the United
States dropped on the city of Hiroshima at the conclusion of World War Two in 1945. Un’s
Scientists would test the atomic bomb twice more over the next seven years, however the
international community was able to watch with
somewhat of a sense of relief as the bombs North
Korea had developed were two big to be mounted
on missiles, and thus harbored little threat. North
Korea’s long range intercontinental missile tests
continued to fail, keeping whatever military might
the nation had isolated within its borders and
limiting North Korea’s list of possible targets to its
southern counterpart. Under U.S Protection and with no way to threaten the American main
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land, North Korea did not dare move against the south. Kim Jong Un quickly faded back into the
background as the world’s focus shifted to the middle east, as ISIS began to emerge from the
ashes of the defeated Taliban after the assassination of Osama Bin Laden.
On May 6th, 2015 North Korea became a serious threat to global security. Kim Jong Un’s
scientists had successfully perfected their long range missiles, and tested the technology by
launching them into the atmosphere from
submarines out at sea. Based on field data
collected, U.S scientists were able to confirm
that the new missile technology gave North
Korea the capability to strike the pacific coast
of the United States. With confidence that their
new missiles would deter any U.S military intervention, North Korea began bombarding the
South Korean border with artillery fire. By Late August, the two nations were on the brink of
war. Only after the United States moved Air Craft Carriers into position off the coast of South
Korea and petitioned the UN Security Council to take action, did North Korea agree to back into
a Semi-War State with the South. North Korea took the U.S fleet advancement as an
opportunity warn the United States that any military action taken against their nation would
result in nuclear retaliation. On January 6th, 2015 North Korea completed its fourth successful
Nuclear Test, claiming to have advanced their atomic (Fission based) nuclear bombs, into
Hydrogen (Fusion based) nuclear devices, which are approximately 100x stronger than what the
United States dropped on Japan during World War Two. Additionally, North Korea claims to
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have miniaturized the explosive warhead, giving them the capability to mount the nuclear
device on their long range missiles.
Conflicting reports have emerged as to whether or not North Korea has actually
developed a Hydrogen Bomb. The United States was quick to denounce the test as a failure and
ensure its civilian population that North Korea does not have the capability to mount any
warhead onto a long range missile. On the other hand, China (North Korea’s biggest supporter
and closest ally) was deeply disturbed by the latest demonstration from Kim Jong Un, and was
quick to publically urge North Korea to cease all nuclear testing. If North Korea really hasn’t
made any advancements, why would their closest ally choose now to denounce their nuclear
program?
Main Goals of the Committee Session: Delegates in the All-Star Security Council will have to
assess for themselves the current situation in North Korea and decide whether or not the
nation possess a serious threat to international security. If a credible threat is determined to
exist, the council must then outline a plan of action detailing how the international community
will deal with Kim Jung Un. What that plans consists of (sanctions, a nuclear agreement,
disarmament, or invasion) is entirely at your discretion.
Questions to Consider:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Is your nation currently allied with or against North Korea?
Is your Nation susceptible to a North Korean Missile Attack?
What are your nation’s current polices on North Korea?
Does your nation feel that North Korea poses a significant threat to global security?
On the long list of threats the world currently faces, where does your nation rank North
Korea.
Helpful Links:
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1. http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/06/asia/north-korea-hydrogen-bomb-test/
2. http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/05/asia/north-korea-nuclear-timeline/