As the world emerged from the devastation of World War II, there was a strong desire to prevent future conflicts and promote peace among nations. This led to the establishment of the United Nations (UN) in 1945, an international organization created to foster cooperation on global issues, including peace, security, human rights, and development. With 51 founding members, the UN aimed to address the shortcomings of its predecessor, the League of Nations, which had failed to prevent another world war.