EPIS Report on Peacekeeping & Conflict Prevention February 2026

Dear reader,

We are currently experiencing an all-time high in international conflicts since the Second World War. Frozen conflicts are thawing, new hostilities are beginning, and international peace efforts are declining. That is why we are dedicating the second edition of the Peacekeeping & Conflict Prevention Report to case studies of

conflict management. Together, we look at various conflicts around the world, examine conflict management measures and instruments, and ask ourselves: How effectively does conflict management influence conflict dynamics? We look at Asia, the African continent, the Middle East and Eastern Europe. We examine initiatives by the United Nations and NATO, regional approaches, and practical instruments of conflict management. In doing so, we look at the history of the conflicts, assess their current situation, critically question which measures have been effective, and look to the future – always with the aim of making a constructive and critical contribution through our work.

With our report, we want to raise new ideas about ongoing conflicts. What drives us is the desire to use knowledge to open up spaces of possibility in which conflicts can be dealt with effectively and legitimate criticism of conflict management measures can be countered with constructive proposals for reform – rather than ending them altogether.

This requires a clear view, critical analysis, openness to new approaches and the courage to implement them. We therefore invite you to critically question our analyses, think ahead and work together to find new ways to maintain and restore international peace and security.

We wish you peaceful reading!