Peacekeeping

usgb/ˈpiːskiːpɪŋ/
noun

The act of preventing conflict and maintaining peace between nations or groups, often involving an international military force.

The United Nations has a long history of peacekeeping operations around the world.
Visual representation of "peacekeeping" - The act of preventing conflict and maintaining peace between nations or groups, often involving an international military force.

Often appears as...

  • peacekeeping mission
  • peacekeeping troops
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International Activity

Peacekeeping involves multiple countries working together, not just one nation's effort.

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Canadian and Dutch forces participated in the peacekeeping task.
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Military Presence

Peacekeeping often requires soldiers to help maintain order, but they use force only as a last resort.

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The peacekeeping soldiers patrolled the buffer zone between the two sides.
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Long-Term Commitment

Peacekeeping operations can last for many years, aiming to create lasting peace.

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The peacekeeping mission in the region has been ongoing for over a decade.
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