Unique in its breadth of coverage, the "Annual Review of Global Peace Operations" presents the most detailed collection of data on peace operations - those launched by the UN, by regional organizations, by coalitions, and by individual nations - that is available. Features of the 2009 volume include: a discussion of the complex nature of contemporary peace operations and their strategic aims; a summary analysis of trends and developments in peace operations through 2008; concise analyses of all peacekeeping missions on the ground in 2008; in-depth explorations of key missions, focusing on those that faced significant challenges or underwent major developments; special attention to the cluster of interrelated conflicts and peace operations across the Horn of Africa; and, extensive, full-color maps, figures, and photographs....