Peacekeeping refers to the efforts undertaken to maintain or restore peace in areas of conflict. It typically involves the deployment of international personnel, often under the auspices of an organization such as the United Nations, to monitor ceasefires, protect civilians, and help implement peace agreements. The primary goal of peacekeeping is to create a stable environment where political processes can take place, allowing for the resolution of disputes through negotiations rather than violence. This can include a variety of activities, such as disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration of combatants, as well as supporting the establishment of governmental institutions and the rule of law. Peacekeeping missions may have varying mandates and can involve military, police, and civilian personnel working together to achieve their objectives.
Vasyl Myroshnychenko, Ukraine's ambassador to Australia, calls for Western intervention to counter Russian aggression. A proposed "coalition of the willing" seeks a Western peacekeeping presence in Ukraine, facing potential retaliation…