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Peacekeeping, Mediation, and the Conclusion of Local Ceasefires in Non-State Conflicts

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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.

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  • Allard Duursma, 2023. "Peacekeeping, Mediation, and the Conclusion of Local Ceasefires in Non-State Conflicts," Journal of Conflict Resolution, Peace Science Society (International), vol. 67(7-8), pages 1405-1429, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:jocore:v:67:y:2023:i:7-8:p:1405-1429
    DOI: 10.1177/00220027221148132
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