| ID | 193115 |
| Title Proper | Peacekeeping, Mediation, and the Conclusion of Local Ceasefires in Non-State Conflicts |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Duursma, Allard |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article 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. A mediation-based logic suggests that civilian peacekeeping staff can provide technical support aimed at resolving the conflict issues and engage with state officials to promote peace. A capabilities-based logic suggest that military peacekeepers can provide security during the negotiations, arrange logistics, and put military pressure on the conflict parties, which all should make the conclusion of a ceasefire more likely. The analysis supports both the capabilities-based and the mediation-based logic. An instrumental variable estimation helps to account for endogeneity. This article contributes to the literature on peacekeeping, mediation, and ceasefires through shifting the focus to non-state conflicts. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Conflict Resolution Vol. 67, No.7-8; Aug-Sep 2023: p.1405-1429 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Conflict Resolution Vol: 67 No 7-8 |
| Key Words | Peacekeeping ; Mediation ; Ceasefire ; Non-state Conflict |