“If things continue this way, we could witness... the near total sidelining of institutions like the United Nations,’ says SIPRI’s @jvdlijn.bsky.social @elpais.com investigates #UN #peacekeeping budget cuts using SIPRI’s Multilateral #Peace Operations Database For the report 📊 bit.ly/4uo2ES9

Peacekeeping in peril amid plummeting troop numbers and geopolitical deadlock: New SIPRI report

Geopolitical tensions, political pressure and funding crises are putting the viability of multilateral peacekeeping in jeopardy, according to a new analysis of developments and trends in multilateral ...

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Óscar Gutiérrez@ogutierrez.bsky.social · last mo.

El agujero en el presupuesto de operaciones de paz #ONU supera los 2.100 millones, según datos a EL PAÍS. Los contribuyentes incumplen. Solución: cierre de bases y repatriaciones de miles de uniformados en misiones agotadas (Sudán del Sur, Congo, Sáhara...) elpais.com/internaciona...

I would not go that far, but El País used our @sipri.org data and is making the point: Blue Helmets are in danger of extinction english.elpais.com/internationa... via @elpaisinenglish

Blue Helmets are in danger of extinction

UN peacekeeping missions are operating with a multimillion-dollar hole in their accounts, facing cuts, base closures and personnel repatriations

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Very happy we finally completed this @sipri.org report: UN SSR transitions succeed by starting lasting reform—not by finishing it. Many thanks to my co-authors Kevin Steeves, Abel Gbala, Marina Caparini and @gretchenbaldwin.bsky.social, and the Just Future Alliance of which this research was part.

SIPRI.bsky.social@sipri.org · last mo.

Today, SIPRI releases a new paper by Kevin Steeves, @jvdlijn.bsky.social , Abel Gbala, Dr Marina Caparini and Gretchen Baldwin that focuses on the #SecuritySectorReform aspects of exit strategies and transitions by multilateral peace operations ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/HJGB6649 #UNPeacekeeping

Very happy we finally completed this @sipri.org report: UN SSR transitions succeed by starting lasting reform—not by finishing it. Many thanks to my co-authors and the Just Future Alliance of which this research was part.

SIPRI.bsky.social@sipri.org · last mo.

Today, SIPRI releases a new paper by Kevin Steeves, @jvdlijn.bsky.social , Abel Gbala, Dr Marina Caparini and Gretchen Baldwin that focuses on the #SecuritySectorReform aspects of exit strategies and transitions by multilateral peace operations ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/HJGB6649 #UNPeacekeeping

This new SIPRI map shows all currently active multilateral #PeaceOperations plus other conflict-management operations authorized and/or conducted by the @UN and regional organizations. Explore the map ➡️ bit.ly/4fwPAVU New data out now ➡️ bit.ly/4uo2ES9

SIPRI Map of Multilateral Peace Operations, 2026

This map provides an overview of SIPRI’s multilateral peace operations data for 2025.

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Geopolitical tensions, political pressure and funding crises are putting the viability of multilateral peacekeeping in jeopardy. The number of personnel in peace operations at the end of 2025 fell to its lowest point in at least 25 years. New #SIPRI data out now ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/WDYY8158

All of the top 10 contributors of military and police personnel to multilateral peace operations were states in the Global South. Uganda 🇺🇬 became the top contributor of military personnel. Rwanda 🇷🇼 was the top contributor of police personnel. Read the press release ➡️ bit.ly/3SolkzX

Personnel deployments to peace operations declined sharply to reach 78 633, just over half the number deployed in 2016 and the smallest number in at least 25 years. Explore the visualizations ➡️ www.sipri.org/visualizatio...

A total of 58 multilateral peace operations were active in 34 countries or territories around the world during 2025. Press release ➡️ bit.ly/3SolkzX

New SIPRI data on multilateral #PeaceOperations out now. Press release ➡️ bit.ly/4uo2ES9 Fact sheet ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/WDY...

Peacekeeping in peril amid plummeting troop numbers and geopolitical deadlock. New SIPRI data on multilateral #PeaceOperations out now. Press release ➡️ bit.ly/4uo2ES9 Fact Sheet ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/WDYY8158 #Peacekeeping #PeaceOps #PKDay #SIPRI

On 5–6 March, SIPRI co-organized a workshop on the future of #ConflictManagement and #PeaceOperations in South East Asia and the Pacific. Learn more ⬇️ www.sipri.org/news/2026/si... @jvdlijn.bsky.social @fesonline.bsky.social

SIPRI co-organizes workshop on conflict management in South East Asia and the Pacific

On 5–6 March, SIPRI co-organized a workshop on the future of conflict management and peace operations in South East Asia and the Pacific.

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Today, #SIPRI releases a new paper by Gretchen Baldwin that takes stock of the sub-field of men, boys and masculinities within the women, peace and security #WPS agenda. Read it now ➡️ bit.ly/40tJzRm #SIPRI #Peacebuilding #UNSCR1325

Great discussions last week at the @sipri.org and @fesonline.bsky.social New Geopolitics of Conflict Management dialogue in Bangkok on developments in Southeast Asia and the Pacific. After Africa, another region shaped by great power politics, yet this time normative frameworks keep advancing.

If EU Civilian CSDP crisis management is to become more strategic and impactful, it must confront an uncomfortable reality: missions cannot be open-ended. Aino Esser outlined key questions for strengthening impact and relevance. @villesavoranta.bsky.social now turns to closure and transition:

SIPRI.bsky.social@sipri.org · 5mo ago

Today, #SIPRI releases a new report by Ville Savoranta that explores why European Union 🇪🇺 civilian Common Security and Defence Policy missions struggle to end, and how clearer closure and transition policies can strengthen the European Union’s crisis management. Full report ➡️ bit.ly/401YySh

"When I’m no longer around to settle wars, the U.N. can” “It has tremendous potential. Tremendous.” 😂

Politico@politico.com · 6mo ago

Trump says he can solve UN financial problem 'very easily'

Following Timo Smit arguing in favour of more strong and strategic EU Civilian CSDP crisis management, ahead of Ville Savoranta's upcoming paper on closure and transition of EU civilian CSDP missions, Aino Esser's paper maps the questions to be addressed to strengthen impact and strategic relevance.

SIPRI.bsky.social@sipri.org · 6mo ago

Despite repeated efforts, much-needed improvements to strengthen the strategic impact of civilian CSDP have yet to materialize. This new SIPRI research policy paper by Aino Esser offers decision-makers seven key questions for reflection: 🔗 doi.org/10.55163/KSLO7967 #CSDP #CivilianCSDP #EUSecurity

Board of Peace’: a club a popular kid in school made up, where membership is granted at their whim… and candy is non-negotiable. The Charter speaks of 'peace-building mission[s]', indicating personnel deployments, on a voluntary, ad hoc, and occasional basis. Peace operations?

Richard Gowan@richardgowan1.bsky.social · 6mo ago

The Board of Peace was born today. @fortid.crisisgroup.org and I welcome it into the world @foreignpolicy.com. Sort of. foreignpolicy.com/2026/01/22/t...

In the wake of the pandemic, development aid has entered a new era. As democratic backsliding and tighter government restrictions spread, #civilsociety faces new challenges. This #SIPRI paper by @jvdlijn.bsky.social explores how actors can navigate restrictive environments. More: bit.ly/49pZ5Sb

In places where governments restrict civic and political space, what: 👉are challenges CSOs face? 👉are CSO coping strategies? 👉do CSOs ask from international and funding partners? Are you working in the field and able to share experiences? Many thanks to Cordaid, Just Future and Netherlands MFA.

SIPRI.bsky.social@sipri.org · 8mo ago

CSOs, human rights defenders, media outlets and minority groups are increasingly facing government restrictions, as their civic and political space and funding shrink. #SIPRI @jvdlijn.bsky.social provides recommendations for stakeholders on navigating restrictive environments. More: bit.ly/3KXW2IE

This #SIPRI map highlights all multilateral #PeaceOperations active as of 1 May 2025 plus a number of missions and operations authorized and/or conducted by the #UN and regional organizations around the world. Explore the map ➡️ bit.ly/4pzapC5

The Security Council should not ask MONUSCO to do more with less. If it does, the Secretary-General should tell the Council what it needs to hear, not what it likes to hear: i.e. 'no can do.'

Last week @sipri.org org and @fesonline.bsky.social organized a scenarios workshop on the future of the Korean peninsula. Now already two participants wrote up their thoughts. Ken Jimbo (bit.ly/3LIELTT) & @johndelury.bsky.social (bit.ly/49eMdA3) Honoured to work with a group of great minds!

Ahead of the 25th anniversary of the WPS agenda, @sipri.org published its annual overview of women in multilateral PeaceOps (EU, OSCE and UN). How are organizations, missions and states performing on the aim of gender balance? The answers are here: bit.ly/47at2WJ

Women in Multilateral Peace Operations in 2025: What is the State of Play?

This overview of women’s representation in multilateral peace operations presents data on aggregate personnel trends, annual snapshots of data on women’s representation in leadership, and annual avera...

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SIPRI.bsky.social@sipri.org · 10mo ago

Today, SIPRI releases its annual data update on women in multilateral peace operations. Marking 25 years since #UNSCR1325, this new overview tracks trends in women’s representation and leadership in peace missions worldwide. 🔗 doi.org/10.55163/HXG... #WPS #WomenPeaceSecurity #PeaceOperations #UN

What will be the impact of reduced funding for multilateral conflict management and increasing disregard of norms on global peace and security? It will be messy! The research will continue, also to provide input to the UN Peace Operations Review. @UNPeacekeeping @UNDPPA

SIPRI.bsky.social@sipri.org · 10mo ago

Multilateral conflict management is in a state of flux. This new paper from @gretchenbaldwin.bsky.social maps existing debates about the future of global conflict management to set the stage for a forthcoming series of regional meetings on the topic. Read it now ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/RLRA3708

As conflict management in 10 years is likely more bilateral and ad hoc, the question is: how to manage this diversity of actors? Earlier this month, participants at a @sipri.org and @fesonline.bsky.social workshop, explored the future of conflict management in Africa: bit.ly/3KfZRsf.

SIPRI co-hosts workshop on the future of conflict management in Africa

On 2–4 September 2025, SIPRI and the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) hosted a regional workshop in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together experts and practitioners to explore the future of conflict m...

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And Putin agrees to having EU troops in Ukraine? JAQ: www.reuters.com/world/europe...

Von der Leyen says Europe is drawing up 'precise' plans to send troops to Ukraine, FT reports

Europe is drawing up "pretty precise plans" for a multinational troop deployment to Ukraine as part of post-conflict security guarantees that will have the backing of U.S. capabilities, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told the Financial Times in an interview published Sunday.

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International cooperation means you scratch each other's back and do not always try to get your way. The US pushed through the closure of the UN mission in Lebanon, UNIFIL. Will it now get support for a more lethal ‘Gang-Suppression Force’ for Haiti www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/u...

U.S. Proposes a More Lethal ‘Gang-Suppression Force’ for Haiti

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Great continuation of our @sipri.org and @fesonline conversations on the topic in Dakar!!! While the need for conflict management is increasing, consensus, funds, willingness and interests at the multilateral level are lacking. Is the future deinstititionalized, fragmented, and more militarised?

Crisis Group@crisisgroup.org · 12mo ago

🎧 NEW EPISODE | The Horn This week, Alan Boswell talks with Sera Gaid and Fred Bauma, unpacking the growing fatigue surrounding peacekeeping operations and what this means for their future in Africa. www.crisisgroup.org/africa/horn-...

This SIPRI map highlights all multilateral #PeaceOperations active as of 1 May 2025 plus a number of missions and operations authorized and/or conducted by the United Nations and regional organizations around the world. Explore the map ➡️ bit.ly/4mvArFuNew