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Politics & Government

The Role of International Organizations in Conflict Resolution

Quick fact

The United Nations has deployed over 70 peacekeeping missions since 1948, but a single veto from a permanent Security Council member can block any enforcement action, leaving many conflicts unresolved.

Why this is interesting

When a civil war rages or two states teeter on the brink of war, who actually steps in to stop the fighting? The United Nations and other international organizations claim that role—but their successes and failures reveal a complex reality far removed from the ideal of a global peacemaker.