The persistence of war in the 21st century, despite advancements in knowledge, technology, and global connectivity, highlights the complex reasons behind ongoing conflicts, including economic interests, cultural differences, and political challenges.
Research studies reveal that the common belief of democracies being less warlike is misleading, as both democratic and authoritarian regimes engage in a similar number of conflicts, though authoritarian regimes tend to escalate to larger and more severe wars.
The concept of declaring war has evolved, with conflicts today rarely being formally acknowledged, leading to a grey area in who is involved and what constitutes participation, especially with the use of 'advisors' and mercenaries.
The ambiguity surrounding modern warfare resolutions, illustrated by Iraq's instability post-intervention, emphasizes the complexity of contemporary foreign engagements and the lack of clear outcomes for military actions initiated by various nations.
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