Politics & Government
The Doctrine of Responsibility to Protect (R2P)
Quick fact
In 2005, every UN member state formally endorsed R2P, yet it has been invoked in fewer than a handful of situations, and its implementation remains highly contested, especially when the UN Security Council is deadlocked.
Why this is interesting
You've likely heard that nations have a 'right' to intervene to stop atrocities. But what if sovereignty itself came with a responsibility to protect—and what if that responsibility changes everything?