The role of pragmatic approach in the multi-level security system development.

  • Igor Makaruk. International Relations Department, Vasyl Stefanyk Precarpathian National University.
Keywords: Ukrainian-Russian conflict, bipolar system, democratization, international relations, pragmatic approach

Abstract

The current threats and challenges facing the system of international relations in the first quarter of the 21st century are prompting the world community to seek new approaches to create a secure system of coexistence. The study employs a transition from a problematic real-world situation (Ukrainian-Russian crisis, which has moved into the phase of hybrid warfare) to the theoretical development of conflict resolution. The paper findings have come close to the intended effect due to an in-depth analysis of the crisis situation origin, transforming it into a direct confrontation between the two states. In the study we argue that establishing a multi-level security system for international relations will render the creation of the conflict situations impossible in years to come.

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Published
2019-06-01