Committee Topics

The Fall of the Berlin Wall

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In late 1989, East Germany was teetering on the edge of collapse. A wave of peaceful protests, known as the Monday Demonstrations, had spread across cities like Leipzig and Berlin, with citizens demanding freedom, reforms, and the right to travel. Meanwhile, communist regimes across Eastern Europe were rapidly losing control, as Hungary had opened its border with Austria, creating an escape route for East Germans. Facing immense internal pressure, the East German government announced on November 9, 1989, a new policy easing travel restrictions. However, confusion in communication led many to believe the Berlin Wall was open immediately, prompting crowds to gather at border crossings. A fall of the wall looks imminent. How will the international community react?

The Rwandan Genocide

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In early 1994, Rwanda was a nation on the brink, with ethnic tensions between the Hutu majority and Tutsi minority at an all-time high. Years of propaganda by hardline Hutu extremists had fueled deep hatred against Tutsis, portraying them as enemies of the state. A fragile peace process was in place, with the Arusha Accords aiming to integrate Tutsis into the government, but it faced opposition from Hutu power factions. The country was awash with weapons, and extremist militias like the Interahamwe were being trained for violence. On April 6, 1994, President Juvénal Habyarimana's plane was shot down near Kigali. This could be a turning point towards all-out conflict.