Korean Peninsula — Glossary

Military and civilian missions led by the AU to prevent, manage, and resolve conflicts on the African continent.

A situation where no single state or coalition dominates others, maintaining stability through power equilibrium.

Winston Churchill’s style of resolute, inspiring leadership during crises, especially World War II.

A strategy that prevents [Aggression](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/glossary/aggression) by threatening credible and severe retaliation.

An informal arrangement among major powers to manage international order and prevent conflict through cooperation.

An informal arrangement where great powers cooperate to maintain international order and prevent conflict.

An international treaty aimed at preventing the spread of nuclear weapons and promoting peaceful nuclear energy use.

Efforts undertaken after conflict to rebuild institutions, promote reconciliation, and prevent the recurrence of violence.

An international norm that states must protect their populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and [Crimes Against Humanity](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/glossary/crimes-against-humanity).

A 1962 Cold War confrontation between the U.S. and the Soviet Union over Soviet ballistic missiles deployed in Cuba, nearly leading to nuclear war.