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Refutes commonly held views of ethnic conflicts, and argues that debates among policy-makers on intervention demand a more sober perspective. Topics include role of tribal and religious rivalry, genocide, globalization, and fanaticism; Africa, the former Soviet Union, and elsewhere.

PurposeThis themed issue seeks to gather together several papers on the topic of managing ethnic conflicts. This introduction summarizes these papers.Design/methodology/approachThis introduction gives an overview of the purpose of the themed issue and then summarizes each of the articles. It also provides recommendations for future research.FindingsThe papers and research recommendations involve theoretical, methodological, and statistical issues. A key to understanding success in publishing research in this area is that researchers should use theories, methods, and statistics that match.Originality/valueThis unique themed issue illustrates how ethnic issues are important in understanding conflict management. These articles illustrate how it is particularly important to understand the differences in conflict styles and also the means and methods of participation of constituents and third parties in the field of ethnic conflict management.

'Anticipating Ethnic Conflict' by Ashley J. Tellis, Thomas S. Szayna and James A. Winnefeld is reviewed. A book review is presented of Anticipating Ethnic Conflict by Ashley J. Tellis, Thomas S. Szayna and James A. Winnefeld.

Examines evolution from anti-Soviet to ethno-nationalist conflict between the Pashtun ultra-fundamentalist Taliban militia and non-Pashtun anti-Taliban groups; role of cross-border clientelism and need for US leadership in peace initiatives.

Suggests diplomatic approaches to the protection of minority rights, emphasizing negotiation, UN peacekeeping actions, and utilization of regional organizations.

Controlling supply of light arms to sub-state groups.