Two nations have been at war and agree to a cease fire. However, there is a concern that neither side may keep the cease fire without the presence of peacekeeping soldiers. Identify the function and UN agency that would address this issue.

A) international security, the General Assembly
B) economic welfare, the Economic and Social Council
C) international security, the Security Council
D) social welfare, the World Health Organization

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The correct answer is:

C) international security, the Security Council

The UN Security Council is responsible for maintaining international peace and security, and it can authorize the deployment of peacekeeping forces to help ensure that ceasefires are upheld and to assist in conflict resolution.