Nanny in blue helmet
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The United Nations should never engage in military intervention, as becoming involved in a war may result in dire consequences. Exceptions have arisen when circumstances became intolerable, such as the persecution of Kurds in Iraq following the Persian Gulf War.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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The push for a southern haven: Iraq
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The United Nations latest plan for Iraq may be to create safe haven areas for persecuted Shiites in the south of Iraq. Besides benefiting the southern tribes of Iraq, this action would further undermine Saddam Hussein's power.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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The UN's missions impossible
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The United Nations has been call on to deal with a number of conflicts, and should beware of undertakings that it cannot fulfil.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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