Establishment of a more effective consultation arrangement with the Congressional leadership. The following sections address these four issues. Peace Operations Multilateral involvement advances U.S. interests. International interest in dealing with problem multilaterally. Conflict represents threat to or break of international peace and security.
Operation has clear objectives.
For traditional peacekeeping operation, ceasefire is in place. For peace enforcement operation, significant threat to international peace and security. Forces, financing, and appropriate mandate are available. Inaction judged to result in unacceptable political, humanitarian, and economic consequences. Operation's duration is tied to clear objectives and realistic criteria.