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peacekeeping

[ ˈpiːsˌkiːpɪŋ ]

Noun

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international relations

Peacekeeping is the active maintenance of a truce between nations or groups, carried out by international military forces or unarmed observers. Peacekeeping missions aim to prevent the outbreak or resumption of conflict, protect civilians, and facilitate the political process.

Synonyms

conflict prevention, peace enforcement, peacebuilding.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
peacekeeping	Use this term when referring to the maintenance of peace through the presence of international forces, usually after a conflict has been temporarily resolved or during a ceasefire. The United Nations deployed peacekeeping forces to monitor the ceasefire agreement
peace enforcement	This term is appropriate in situations where force is used to compel peace, usually when one party in a conflict is non-compliant with a peace treaty or ceasefire agreements. The international community considered using peace enforcement measures to bring the warring factions to the negotiating table
conflict prevention	This term is best used when discussing actions and strategies aimed at preventing the outbreak or re-escalation of violent conflicts. Effective conflict prevention requires early warning systems and diplomatic efforts
peacebuilding	Use this term to describe efforts aimed at creating sustainable peace by addressing root causes of conflict, rebuilding societies, and strengthening institutions. Post-conflict peacebuilding activities include rebuilding infrastructure and promoting economic development

Examples of usage

United Nations peacekeeping forces were deployed to the region to monitor the ceasefire.
The peacekeeping operation helped stabilize the situation and prevent further violence.

Translations

Translations of the word "peacekeeping" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manutenção da paz

🇮🇳 शांति स्थापना

🇩🇪 Friedenssicherung

🇮🇩 penjagaan perdamaian

🇺🇦 миротворча діяльність

🇵🇱 utrzymanie pokoju

🇯🇵 平和維持活動

🇫🇷 maintien de la paix

🇪🇸 mantenimiento de la paz

🇹🇷 barışı koruma

🇰🇷 평화유지

🇸🇦 حفظ السلام

🇨🇿 udržování míru

🇸🇰 udržiavanie mieru

🇨🇳 维和

🇸🇮 ohranjanje miru

🇮🇸 friðargæsla

🇰🇿 бейбітшілікті сақтау

🇬🇪 მშვიდობის შენარჩუნება

🇦🇿 sülhməramlılıq

🇲🇽 mantenimiento de la paz

Etymology

The concept of peacekeeping dates back to the early 20th century, with the League of Nations setting the stage for future peacekeeping operations. The modern form of peacekeeping, as we know it today, emerged after World War II with the establishment of the United Nations. Over the years, peacekeeping has evolved to address complex conflicts and humanitarian crises around the world.