Deputy Secretary General for Peacekeeping Jean-Pierre Lacrois at a meeting of the Security Council. The future of the UN peacekeeping missions: hybrid threats and new technologies Peace and safety Since its origin, peacekeeping has been an instrument of monitoring compliance with the ceasefire, however, in the near future, the “blue helmets” have to solve the problems that go beyond the limits of traditional threats. Hybrid forms of exposure, including information operations and cyber attacks, require new approaches and innovative solutions. This was stated by Deputy Secretary General for Peacekeeping Jean-Pierre Lacrois at a meeting of the Security Council on the occasion of the meeting of the Military components of the peacekeeping missions. Lacrox emphasized that the effectiveness of monitoring to a decisive extent depends on the strict observance of the basic principles of peacekeeping – the consent of the parties, impartiality and non -use of strength, with the exception of cases of self -defense or the protection of the mandate. Only if these principles are observed, peacekeepers can maintain a reputation as reliable and objective observers who can accurately record violations and report on them. role of new technologies according to the deputy head of the UN, the modern operational environment is becoming more and more dynamic and becoming more and more dynamic and more dynamic and more than dynamic It is often characterized by hybrid threats, blurring the boundaries between different fields. In such conditions, the simple physical presence of local forces is not enough – a quick understanding of the situation and the timely adoption of measures are necessary. “New technologies allow us to significantly expand our capabilities and use resources more efficiently, ensuring observing what is happening far beyond the boundaries of traditional demilitarized zones,” Lacroix said. – These technological tools allow you to receive information almost in real time and overcome the restrictions of old methods based exclusively on the physical presence of personnel. ”~ 60 >~ 60 > read Also: UN head called to adapt the peacekeeping missions to new challenges while technological tools should be built into political processes and supported by a unified approach from the side from the side Member States, especially the Security Council, he said. The Deputy Secretary General noted the digital transformation strategy aimed at increasing the efficiency of peacekeeping missions due to improved tools for rapidly detecting violations, coordinated coordination of actions and strengthening confidence among the local population. ~ 60 > ~ 60 > “thanks to integrated digital platforms, we can detect violations of the termination of the termination of the termination Fire almost in real time, and mobile tools allow you to promptly report incidents and conduct their verification, ”said Lacroix. So, the Unite AWARE platform changed the monitoring approach in critical areas. For example, in the mission of Cyprus, this tool provides situational awareness in the buffer zone, allowing you to move from response to the advisable and based on decision -making data. 60 > changing realities 62 > 62 > 62 > 62 > 62 > 62 > 62 > 62 > 62 > 62 ~ 62“In the future, we have to solve problems that go beyond the limits of traditional physical threats. Hybrid forms of exposure, including information operations and cyber attacks, require new approaches and innovative solutions that go beyond the usual models, ”added the head of the Department of Operations in favor of the world. ~ 60 > 60 > According to his speech, the pact adopted last year confirmed the significance of peacekeeping as one of the key tools as one of the key tools The UN, while emphasizing the need for its adaptation to new realities and challenges. In this direction, steps are already being taken, Lacrois said. Thus, the UN Temporary forces in Lebanon adjusted their operational position after the ceasefire on November 27, in order to more effectively respond to the changed circumstances. ~ 60 > 60 > Speaking of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the deputy head of the UN recalled that the Council of Security Council recently called for immediate and unconditional termination Fire and expressed his readiness to consider the possibility of involving the UN mission to stabilize in the DRC in the implementation and monitoring of the relevant agreement. The mission is ready to take on such a role, he said, adding that during his visit to the country in early March, the president and prime minister supported this prospect. 60 > “I want to emphasize again: although peacekeeping can play an important role in monitoring the ceasefire, its success always depends exclusively on the political will sides. Peacekeeping will never be able to replace political will, ”the UN representative summed up.