International Relations (IR) is the study of the interactions and relationships between sovereign states, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and other international actors. It encompasses the analysis of foreign policy, global governance, international security, economic relations, human rights, and transnational issues such as environmental challenges and terrorism. The discipline examines how countries cooperate, compete, and navigate conflicts in a complex and interconnected world. It includes various theoretical frameworks, such as realism, liberalism, constructivism, and critical theories, which offer different perspectives on power dynamics, state behavior, and the influence of global structures on national sovereignty and international cooperation. Ultimately, International Relations seeks to understand the underlying principles and factors that shape interactions on the global stage.
On a morning in Pocheon, South Korea, two South Korean KF-16 fighter jets accidentally released bombs during "Freedom Shield" exercises, aimed at military coordination with the US. The mishap led…