Peacekeeping, Mediation, and the Conclusion of Local Ceasefires in Non-State Conflicts

Author(s): Allard Duursma
Journal Title: Journal of Conflict Resolution
Publisher(s): SAGE Publications
Publication Year: 2022

Most studies focus on the impact of mediation and peacekeeping on armed conflicts between government and rebel forces, ignoring non-state conflicts among different rebel groups or communal groups. This Journal of Conflict Resolution article aims to fill this gap in research. CSS’ Allard Duursma theorizes on how military and civilian components of peacekeeping operations contribute to the conclusion of local ceasefires in non-state conflicts involving armed opposition groups or communal groups.

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