This dissertation explores the United Nations' comprehensive approach to managing the Israel-Arab Conflict from 1967 to 1982, presenting a shift from examining peace operations as isolated efforts... Show moreThis dissertation explores the United Nations' comprehensive approach to managing the Israel-Arab Conflict from 1967 to 1982, presenting a shift from examining peace operations as isolated efforts to viewing them as interconnected elements of a broader peace architecture. It introduces a critical analysis of the roles played by the Office of Special Political Affairs and the Office of Chief Coordinator of Peacekeeping in the Middle East, arguing that these entities were pivotal in forming a cohesive strategy despite the static mandates of individual peace missions. The research spans six chapters, starting with a historical overview of the UN’s peacekeeping framework since 1948, setting the groundwork for understanding the conflict and the evolution of peacekeeping entities. It then delves into Inter-Operation Collaboration (IOC) and the Secretariat’s political maneuvering, highlighting the impact of significant events like the Camp David Accords and the 1982 Israeli invasion of Lebanon. These events marked a shift in focus from state-centric to Israeli-Palestinian issues, challenging the UN’s influence. The conclusion assesses the UN’s role in shaping the diplomatic and security landscape of the region, underlining the organization's contributions and limitations in fostering peace and stability amidst a complex geopolitical scenario. This research offers valuable insights into the dynamics of UN peacekeeping operations in regional conflicts. Show less
This chapter explores the future of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO) by examining its long-standing cooperation with UNDOF and UNIFIL, as well as the crucial role played by... Show moreThis chapter explores the future of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO) by examining its long-standing cooperation with UNDOF and UNIFIL, as well as the crucial role played by the Chief Coordinator of UN Peacekeeping in the Middle East. Drawing upon UNTSO's extensive operational experience in managing and coordinating peacekeeping efforts within the Israeli-Arab conflict, this chapter seeks to illuminate the potential applicability of UNTSO’s expertise in other peace operations around the world. By analysing the unique capabilities, institutional memory, and valuable lessons learned from UNTSO’s long-standing engagement in the Middle East, the chapter offers insights into the operation’s continued relevance vis-à-vis the conflict and how it can potentially support future operations worldwide. Despite facing difficult and ever-changing challenges, UNTSO remains an important piece of the UN’s involvement in the Israel-Arab conflict Show less
