UN Peacekeeping Law Reform Project , University of Essex
Abstract
This briefing paper reviews the contemporary issues in UN Peacekeeping and international law. As it explains, the key issues and problems currently relate to the use of force, international human rights, international criminal law and accountability. There is a real need for a greater clarity on these issues, because of their significant policy and operational implications. Success in better understanding and addressing these issues is central to improving the performance of UN Peacekeeping, which has become a crucial international tool for enhancing peace and security
