What is the role of the UK in global conflict resolution?
I can describe current global conflicts and outline the UK’s response.
What is the role of the UK in global conflict resolution?
I can describe current global conflicts and outline the UK’s response.
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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.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
event that poses a threat to the safety/wellbeing of a community.
forced to flee their homes but who remain within their country.
being a responsible member of the international community.
immediate support such as food, water, medical care and shelter.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
active disagreement between groups, often involving armed force
weapons and military equipment, especially heavy weaponry
a process of discussion between parties aimed at reaching an agreement