What is the role of the UK in global conflict resolution?
I can describe current global conflicts and outline the UK’s response.
- Year 11
What is the role of the UK in global conflict resolution?
I can describe current global conflicts and outline the UK’s response.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Conflicts happen for a range of reasons including; economic, religious and political.
- Conflicts can grow from small, national issues to regional and even global issues.
- Recent examples of global conflict include the Russo-Ukrainian War and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
- Countries can respond to global conflicts through diplomatic actions, economic measures, and military support.
- The UK has used financial aid, arms sales, and diplomacy to respond to global conflicts.
Keywords
Conflict - an active disagreement between people, groups or countries, often involving armed force or violence
Arms - weapons and military equipment, especially heavy weaponry such as guns, tanks and aircraft
Negotiation - a process of discussion between parties with the aim of reaching a mutual agreement, often used to resolve disputes or prevent conflict
Common misconception
Countries only respond to conflicts by sending soldiers to fight.
While military intervention is one option, countries often respond to conflicts through diplomacy, economic sanctions, and financial or arms support. These methods can be used to influence or support other nations without direct military involvement.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which country does Ukraine border to the east?
Q2.Which of the following is the correct term for a person displaced by war?
Q3.What agency helps to coordinate aid during disasters?
Q4.Which of these are examples of short-term disaster relief?
Q5.Structures such as power plants, roads and railways are examples of what?
Q6.Match the sentence starter to its end.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word to its definition.
