Historical Events tagged with "ceasefire"

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Military & Warfare

UN Cease-fire in Kashmir Enforced

January 1st, 1949 76 years ago

The United Nations Security Council initiated a cease-fire in Kashmir, effective from one minute before midnight on January 1, 1949. This cessation of hostilities marked the end of armed conflict between India and Pakistan over the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which had been a flashpoint since the partition of British India in 1947. The region had been embroiled in violence and territorial disputes following the partition, which resulted in mass migrations and communal strife. The cease-fire was a crucial step towards stabilizing the region and setting the stage for future negotiations.

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Politics & Government

Formation of UN Truce Supervision Organization

May 29th, 1948 76 years ago

The United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO) was established to monitor ceasefires and assist in achieving peace in the region of Palestine. This organization was an early response to the conflicts arising from the 1948 Arab-Israeli War following the end of the British Mandate in Palestine. The creation of UNTSO marked the United Nations' first peacekeeping operation, a significant step in international efforts to maintain peace and security. Its mission included overseeing the ceasefire agreements between Israeli and Arab forces.

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Politics & Government

UN Security Council Addresses Kashmir Conflict

April 21st, 1948 76 years ago

The United Nations Security Council adopted Resolution 47, addressing the conflict in the Kashmir region between India and Pakistan, following the first Indo-Pakistani War. This resolution called for a ceasefire and the withdrawal of troops. It also aimed to establish peaceful plebiscites to determine the future of the territory. The situation in Kashmir remained a contentious point between the two nations.

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Politics & Government

Renville Agreement Ratified Between Netherlands and Indonesia

January 17th, 1948 77 years ago

The Renville Agreement was ratified to establish a ceasefire during the Indonesian National Revolution. This agreement, signed in 1947, was aimed at bringing peace between the Dutch colonial forces and Indonesian republican fighters, facilitating political negotiations for the future governance of Indonesia. The ratification was significant for efforts to end conflict and lay a foundation for Indonesian sovereignty.

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Military & Warfare

Ceasefire Ends Hostilities in Chaco War

June 12th, 1935 89 years ago

A ceasefire was negotiated between Bolivia and Paraguay, concluding the Chaco War, a conflict marked by territorial disputes over the Gran Chaco region. The peace talks were facilitated by diplomatic channels and led to the signing of an agreement which halted military operations. This resolution ended nearly three years of strife which had seen significant loss of life and resources for both nations and allowed for the reestablishment of relations between the two countries.

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Ceasefire Agreement Ends Swedish–Norwegian War

August 14th, 1814 210 years ago

The Convention of Moss marked the end of hostilities between Sweden and Norway, concluding the Swedish–Norwegian War. Signed near Moss, Norway, the agreement facilitated Norway's transition from Danish to Swedish rule following the Treaty of Kiel. It established terms that ensured relative peace between the two nations, paving the way for further negotiations regarding Norway's autonomy.

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