The UN and peacekeeping: a course of lectures

   In today’s world, when conflict and confrontation become critical problems, the job of peacekeeping becomes particularly important. Peacekeeping goes far back into antiquity and continues to be developed and improved at the United Nations. Zayemskiy’s unique course of lectures contains a thorough analysis of the peacekeeping activities of this global organization in the post-conflict period, and examines possible perspectives for international activity in this sphere, based on the collective experience garnered by the UN member states and the Secretariat throughout the whole history of peacekeeping operations. This course is recommended as a study guide for students. It can also offer solid support in Russian diplomatic efforts to step up Russia’s participation in UN peacekeeping activities, which is a key indicator of Russia’s growing capacity and responsibility in international relations.