by Andrew Marshall

What is a Demarcation Line?

Introduction A political demarcation line is a geopolitical border, often agreed upon as part of an armistice or ceasefire. Examples Africa Moroccan Wall, delimiting the Moroccan-controlled part of Western Sahara from the Sahrawi-controlled part Americas The Line of Demarcation was one specific line drawn along a meridian in the Atlantic Ocean as part of the… Read More

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by Andrew Marshall

What is a Peace Treaty?

Introduction A peace treaty is an agreement between two or more hostile parties, usually countries or governments, which formally ends a state of war between the parties. It is different from an armistice, which is an agreement to stop hostilities; a surrender, in which an army agrees to give up arms; or a ceasefire or… Read More