This book explores the gap between the concept of the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) and its actual impact, arguing that its effectiveness isn't tied to its prevalence. It examines R2P's evolution, showing how it has been limited and co-opted, ultimately lacking the power to influence state behavior. Ideal for scholars in International Relations and Law.
Iraq, Darfur and the Record of Global Civil Society
The book critically examines the international community's role in intervening within sovereign states to prevent suffering, arguing that the normative thesis established after Kosovo has not effectively shaped international politics, as seen in Iraq and Darfur. It challenges realist perspectives and proposes a fresh viewpoint on the complexities of humanitarian intervention, emphasizing the need for a reevaluation of the ethical and political frameworks guiding such actions.
Focusing on the role of hope in international politics, this book examines its significance in the rise of the West, particularly through the lens of statebuilding in Kosovo. It analyzes how hope influenced both the international administrators and local residents, highlighting two detrimental forms of hope—"wilful" and "wishful"—that have hindered Kosovo's development since 1999. By integrating insights from medical studies and political philosophy, it offers a unique perspective on the complexities of governance and societal progress in post-conflict settings.