global politics RWE

Case Study: Russia–Ukraine War – What happened?

In 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, violating its sovereignty. Escalation from 2014 annexation of Crimea. Sparked sanctions and NATO support.

Russia–Ukraine War – Who was involved?

Russia, Ukraine, NATO, EU, USA, UN, ICC.

Russia–Ukraine War – Political concepts?

Sovereignty, hard/soft power, legitimacy, anarchy, multilateralism, international law.

Russia–Ukraine War – Outcome & relevance?

Ongoing war; shows limits of global governance and revived power politics.

Case Study: Rohingya Crisis – What happened?

2017 military crackdown forced 700,000+ Rohingya to flee to Bangladesh. Accusations of ethnic cleansing and genocide.

Rohingya Crisis – Who was involved?

Myanmar military, Rohingya, UN, ICJ, Bangladesh, Amnesty International.

Rohingya Crisis – Political concepts?

Human rights, justice, cultural relativism, legitimacy, sovereignty.

Rohingya Crisis – Outcome & relevance?

Limited response; ICJ case ongoing. Reveals weakness in human rights enforcement.

Case Study: Rwanda Post-Genocide – What happened?

After 1994 genocide, Rwanda pursued reconciliation, justice, and rapid development under Kagame.

Rwanda – Who was involved?

Rwandan gov, ICTR, Gacaca courts, donors, civil society.

Rwanda – Political concepts?

Peacebuilding, development, transitional justice, legitimacy.

Rwanda – Outcome & relevance?

Strong growth and peace but limited freedoms. Shows positive peace and development model.

Case Study: Afghanistan under Taliban – What happened?

Taliban regained power in 2021 post-US withdrawal. Women’s rights restricted, aid blocked.

Afghanistan – Who was involved?

Taliban, Afghan civilians, UN, NGOs, World Bank, US/NATO.

Afghanistan – Political concepts?

Human rights, sovereignty, legitimacy, cultural relativism.

Afghanistan – Outcome & relevance?

Highlights clash between sovereignty and rights. Global isolation continues.

Case Study: Paris Agreement – What happened?

Global deal to limit warming to 1.5°C. Voluntary national targets (NDCs).

Paris Agreement – Who was involved?

UNFCCC, 190+ countries, NGOs, civil society, US (withdrew, rejoined).

Paris Agreement – Political concepts?

Global governance, interdependence, sustainability, sovereignty, climate justice.

Paris Agreement – Outcome & relevance?

Shows potential of cooperation, but enforcement is voluntary.