This article explores a potential pathway to peace through negotiations that could end Russia’s war in Ukraine, by answering the question: How can past negotiation frameworks inform a pathway to peace in the Russian-Ukrainian conflict? Utilising a hybrid approach, the article draws on lessons from diplomatic histories and negotiation methodologies, including the Dayton Accords, and…
In the wake of any conflict, the pursuit of peace extends far beyond the cessation of hostilities. For Ukraine, the journey towards peace necessitates a multifaceted approach in which justice plays an indispensable role. This article reviews the essential role of justice in conflict settlement and post-conflict arrangements, examining its intersection with reconciliation and sustainable…
The full-scale invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation opened a new, dangerous era in international relations. Russia’s aggression opened a Pandora’s box and created a dangerous precedent for many other sleeping conflicts globally, including those in the Middle East and Asia. Therefore, new approaches to peacekeeping need to be developed, based on previous experience…
More females are necessary in peacemaking, peacekeeping, and peacebuilding. However, increasing the number of female officers in the field and in senior positions is not sufficient for more effective peace operations. Beyond the image of protected females versus male perpetrators, this article aims to identify what is missing in the debate by deciphering the other…
