Mediation

The tool implementer or other actors are simultaneously implementing other tools that are consistent with the goals of the tool.

The tool implementer (1) has a significant degree of relative power in the international system, (2) is a member of the “Permanent Five" (P5) countries on the UN Security Council, or (3) has significant leverage over the conflict parties.

There is a high degree of international support for the use of the tool, or the tool implementer coordinates with other international actors on the use of the tool.

The tool addresses the root causes of the conflict.

The tool implementer is well-versed in the political and social context in which the conflict is occurring, or has credible information about the intentions or capabilities of the target.

There are no foreign troops active in the ongoing conflict situation nor are external actors offering assistance to the conflict parties.

The use of the tool includes an accountability and enforcement mechanism.

The implementer's objectives in using the tool are clear.

The conflict parties are internally unified.

The tool implementer has a high level of commitment, resolve, or credibility, or has committed a great deal of resources toward use of the tool.