The full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has profoundly reshaped the global security landscape and redefined the role of international organizations in conflict resolution. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of how leading intergovernmental organizations – such as the United Nations (UN), NATO, the European Union (EU), the Council of Europe, and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) – have responded to the multidimensional challenges posed by this war. The study outlines the institutional mechanisms these organizations employ to ensure peace, protect human rights, provide humanitarian aid, and support democratic resilience. Emphasis is placed on the evolution of their operational capacities, the effectiveness of peacekeeping and reform-oriented missions, and their strategic engagement with Ukrainian governmental and civil society actors.The article identifies key initiatives implemented since 2022, including NATO’s creation of the NATO – Ukraine Council and NSATU coordination center, the EU’s €130 billion support package, the UNDP’s infrastructure and governance assistance, and the Council of Europe’s “Resilience, Recovery and Reconstruction” Action Plan. Special attention is given to the legal and diplomatic efforts aimed at establishing accountability mechanisms for war crimes, enhancing the transparency of military procurement, and strengthening domestic reforms in Ukraine. The article further discusses the limitations of current international instruments, particularly the structural constraints of the UN Security Council, including the misuse of veto power, and proposes reforms to increase responsiveness and legitimacy.Ukraine’s experience is presented as a paradigmatic case for understanding how modern international institutions must adapt to asymmetric warfare, hybrid threats, and humanitarian crises. The article argues that future conflict resolution will depend not only on military or political tools but also on collaborative, inclusive, and technologically advanced frameworks. Recommendations include the expansion of monitoring mandates, better coordination between organizations, enhanced engagement with civil society, and the establishment of joint rapid-response platforms. Ultimately, the Ukrainian case underscores the imperative for global governance structures to evolve in ways that uphold justice, sovereignty, and human dignity in the 21st century.
Валентина Петрівна Кубко (Wed,) studied this question.