Europe and the Recognition of New States in Yugoslavia

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The book delves into Germany's influential role in the recognition of states during the Yugoslav crisis, highlighting the significant departure from traditional state practices by the European Community's use of political criteria for recognition. It assesses the consequences of these actions, examining their impact on European security policy post-Cold War, the interplay between international law and relations, and strategies for managing ethnic conflict. Caplan provides a critical analysis of the broader implications of the EC's decisions in this tumultuous period.