Problem: Use of force and the U.N. Security Council's power in the U.N. Charter's Chapters VI and VII. There are currently 12 UN peace operations deployed in 3 different regions: seven in Africa, three in the Middle East, two in Europe, and one in Asia.
Explain: (a) what a peacekeeping mission is, (b) how it is utilized, as well as (c) when one is deployed. Next, select one currently active peacekeeping mission and share its details with the class. Why was the mission activated? What are its goals and purpose? Lastly, explain the U.N.'s power and control in peacekeeping missions.