UN Peacekeeping Principles and Responsibility to Protect

June 30, 2024

Eugene Methode Ruzindana

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Linking UN Peacekeeping Missions to the Responsibility to Protect

This essay examines the interplay between UN peacekeeping missions and the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) doctrine, addressing challenges and responses. It highlights the importance of clear mandates, legitimacy, and local ownership in peacekeeping effectiveness, while emphasizing the need for enhanced protection of civilians in conflict zones.

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Title: Linking UN Peacekeeping Missions to the Responsibility to Protect: Challenges and Responses

Author: Eugene Methode Ruzindana, PhD Candidate

Abstract: This paper explores the critical relationship between UN peacekeeping missions and the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) doctrine. It analyzes historical contexts, legal frameworks, and the challenges faced in implementing effective peacekeeping strategies. The study emphasizes the necessity for clear mandates, local engagement, and enhanced civilian protection to fulfill the moral and legal obligations of the international community.

Keywords: UN Peacekeeping, Responsibility to Protect, International Law, Civilian Protection, Conflict Resolution

Introduction: The essay begins by outlining the evolution of the UN and its peacekeeping efforts, particularly in light of past failures to protect civilians during conflicts. It sets the stage for a discussion on the R2P doctrine as a moral imperative for intervention.

Main Body: The analysis delves into the challenges of aligning peacekeeping operations with R2P principles, including issues of consent, legitimacy, and operational effectiveness. It also reviews the Kigali Principles and their role in enhancing the protection of civilians.

Conclusion: The paper concludes with recommendations for improving UN peacekeeping missions, advocating for stronger mandates and greater accountability to ensure that the protection of civilians remains a central focus in international peace and security efforts.

Publication Date: June 2024

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