My name is Nathaniel Ellis and I am a Political Risk Analyst here at the Atlas Institute for International Affairs, having joined the organisation in January 2025. I hold an MA in Politics and International Relations from Keele University, where I explored a broad spectrum of topics including European politics, maritime security, and post-conflict development.
My research interests are centered on the intersection of emerging technologies and global security, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence, space, and satellite capabilities. Through my work, I aim to contribute to the organisation in a positive way, and analyse key issues at the forefront of the international agenda.
Discussing the Ethical Concerns of Satellite Technology: A Military and Environmental Analysis
Remote Warfare: Killing over Kilometres The advent of satellite systems has revolutionised modern warfare, particularly through the enhancement of targeting and surveillance capabilities, which has been instrumental in the proliferation…
President Trump’s Gaza “Takeover” Plan: A Violation of International Law, Ethics and Morality
Trump’s Proposal President Donald Trump's recent proposal to "takeover" the Gaza Strip has ignited significant controversy and concern. The proposal has been criticised for being not just morally bankrupt, but…
The Monopolisation of Space and the Future of the Domain
The Space Domain The exploration of the space domain represents a pivotal frontier for humanity, comparable to when people first became able to travel the seas and reach previously undiscovered…
Political Risk, Corruption and the ‘Resource Curse’ in Contemporary Afghanistan
The ‘Resource Curse’ Afghanistan possesses a substantial wealth of untapped natural resources, including precious minerals, rare earth metals, gold, iron, and copper. According to a former mines minister, these resources…