The concept of humanitarian intervention relates to international politics as it involves a state's intervention in another state’s affairs to prevent human rights violations or atrocities. Often justified on moral grounds, humanitarian interventions can evoke debates regarding sovreignty and international law. The responsibility to protect (R2P) doctrine emphasizes the international community's obligation to intervene when governments fail to protect their citizens. However, such interventions can lead to unintended consequences, raising questions about efficacy and geopolitics, thus influencing the broader landscape of international relations.