Abstracts.

This document is a collection of abstracts from articles published in the journal International Affairs. The articles cover a range of topics related to the impact of smartphones and digital connectivity on global crises. Some of the topics include information warfare in eastern Congo, the role of smartphones in shaping political dynamics in Mali, and the use of digital platforms in the Somali Horn of Africa. The articles provide insights into the ways in which smartphones and digital technologies are shaping various aspects of global affairs. Additionally, the document includes policy paper executive summaries on topics such as the failures of western foreign policy and the potential of circular economy solutions for European Union strategic autonomy. These summaries offer a brief overview of each paper's main arguments and findings, providing library patrons with a starting point for further exploration of these topics. [Extracted from the article]