Dr. Danesh Sarooshi has extensively explored the options for the use of force, as detailed in Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations.
Chapter VII powers are delegated by the UN Security Council a fifteen member body with five permanent and ten rotating members. These powers permit the use of force in certain circumstances; for example, by peacekeeping troops in a UN mission. With the difficulties recently experienced in parts of the world, Chapter VII powers need to be sometimes conferred on the UN mission when undertaking peacekeeping or peace-building operations, in order to protect members of the mission and innocent victims.
Dr. Sarooshi writes with extensive knowledge on this subject; his work in this book is derived from a thesis. Written from a legal perspective and using case study examples in classical legal writing style, he looks at delegation of powers from the UN Security Council to the UN Secretary-General, other UN bodies, member states and in the context of regional situations.
The book is well writeen however, could be heavy going for some readers; very useful for students of international law,security studies and international relations. The book uses real examples and looks at various past examples such as Bosnia, Somalia, Iraq, Kuwait and Korea.
In summary, a well written and researched book, rich in examples and reference material for the serious student. The book may be a bit heavy going for some readers; it gives a broad view of the UN Security Council's powers and when Chapter VII powers can be invoked and delegated. Well done, Dr. Sarooshi!
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