The United Nations and World Peace

Question 1

Why is the UN important for World Peace?

Answer 1

• Imposes sanctions on those threatening world peace
• Authorise use of force against those threatening world peace
• Send in peace keeping force to: keep opposing sides apart and enforce peace agreements

Question 2

UNs work for peace – Kosovo

Answer 2

In the 1980s Kosovo became a part of Serbia. Kosovo tried, peacefully, to gain independence. Majority of Kosovans were Albanians and formed the KLA to forcefully gain independence. Serbian army began ethnic cleansing. Led to thousands of deaths and refugees. NATO bombed Serbia until its’ forces withdrew. The UN then took over.

Question 3

How the UN dealt with the situation

Answer 3

• Sent peacekeeping force in to keep Serbian army out
• Protected Kosovan independence
• Allowed Kosovan democracy to develop
• Helped the European Union to aid Kosovo to develop into an independent democratic state