US-Iran War news · April 2, 2026
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Britain gathers foreign ministers from 40 countries for a virtual summit on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, where Iranian attacks have halted commercial shipping since the war began. The United States declined to attend.
US-Iran War analysis · April 1, 2026
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European NATO members refuse military support for the US-Iran war across the board — closing airspace, denying base access, and rejecting a Strait of Hormuz naval coalition — as Trump says he is 'strongly considering' leaving the alliance.
Iran-Israel Conflict analysis · March 31, 2026 Pakistan's foreign minister visits China seeking to draw Beijing into a more active role in mediating the US-Iran war, as five principles for potential talks take shape after the Islamabad quadrilateral meeting.
Iran-Israel Conflict analysis · March 30, 2026
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio tells Al Jazeera that diplomatic channels with Iran remain open while military objectives are ahead of schedule, demands Tehran abandon nuclear and missile programmes.
Ukraine-Russia War news · March 30, 2026 War enters final days of March as ceasefire talks continue amid reduced international focus
Ukraine-Russia War news · March 29, 2026 Glide bomb kills civilians including child as Russia continues mass strikes while signaling openness to US diplomatic initiative
US-Iran War analysis · March 29, 2026
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War enters second month with Houthi front expanding, Pakistan mediating, and no ceasefire in sight
US-Iran War news · March 26, 2026 President pauses energy infrastructure strikes until April 6 as thousands of additional troops head to Middle East
US-Iran War news · March 25, 2026 Tehran demands reparations, security guarantees, and sovereignty over Hormuz while dismissing American proposal
US-Iran War news · March 24, 2026
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Proposal covers sanctions relief, nuclear rollback, missile limits, and reopening of Strait of Hormuz
US-Iran War news · March 23, 2026 Trump says talks are underway while top Iranian official denies any negotiations are taking place
Ukraine-Russia War news · March 19, 2026 Mediation efforts continue as both sides signal openness to humanitarian agreements
US-Iran War news · March 12, 2026 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian outlines conditions for ending the conflict, demanding reparations and guarantees that the US and Israel will not attack again
Washington's diplomatic push fails to bridge gap between Yerevan and Baku on key issues
Ukraine-Russia War news · February 18, 2026 American and Ukrainian officials hold talks as Trump administration pursues diplomatic initiative
Ukraine-Russia War news · February 1, 2026 303 combat clashes and 2,500 drones in 24 hours as US and Russian envoys hold productive talks in Florida
Ukraine-Russia War news · December 25, 2025 Zelensky suggests temporary ceasefire for holiday spirit while Russian strikes persist across eastern Ukraine
Ukraine-Russia War analysis · December 16, 2025 Ukraine and Europe present 12-point proposal while Russia declines to comment as sticking points remain insurmountable
Ukraine-Russia War news · October 21, 2025 European diplomats reveal new peace initiative along current battle lines as Moscow declines to comment on latest proposals
Ukraine-Russia War news · August 28, 2025 Hundreds of prisoners swapped between the two nations as ceasefire negotiations persist despite battlefield tensions
Ukraine-Russia War news · August 24, 2025 Kyiv celebrates national holiday with major humanitarian development as Russia and Ukraine swap captives held since 2022
Ukraine-Russia War news · August 23, 2025 Leaders meet in Fairbanks to discuss end to Ukraine war as diplomatic efforts reach critical point
Ukraine-Russia War news · August 18, 2025 Ukrainian president joins European leaders in Washington as US envoy announces Russia made concessions on all five regions in Alaska summit
Israel-Palestine Conflict news · May 25, 2025
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International mediators report progress in ceasefire talks as regional powers increase diplomatic efforts
India-Pakistan Tensions analysis · May 23, 2025
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Climate change adds urgency to decades-old water sharing dispute between nuclear neighbors
India-Pakistan Tensions news · February 14, 2025 Sixth anniversary of terror attack sees military buildup and diplomatic expulsions
India-Pakistan Tensions news · September 26, 2024 Annual diplomatic clash sees heated exchanges as both nations use global platform for mutual accusations
Ukraine-Russia War news · September 3, 2024 Ulaanbaatar receives Russian president for official visit, ignoring international legal obligations as ICC member state
Ukraine-Russia War news · August 1, 2024 Multi-nation swap at Ankara airport frees American journalist Evan Gershkovich and others in complex diplomatic achievement
Ukraine-Russia War news · July 16, 2024 EU presidency holder visits Putin and Xi claiming peace broker role despite lacking mandate from Brussels
Ukraine-Russia War news · June 15, 2024 92 countries gather to discuss Ukraine peace framework as Moscow and Beijing notably absent from diplomatic initiative
Ukraine-Russia War news · July 27, 2023 Second Russia-Africa Summit in St. Petersburg sees grain promises and security partnerships despite Western isolation attempts
Ukraine-Russia War news · April 15, 2023 Rare European leader visit to Kremlin discusses energy cooperation and Kosovo situation despite Western criticism
Ukraine-Russia War news · March 20, 2023 High-stakes summit addresses conflict mediation as China positions itself as potential peacemaker while maintaining strategic partnership
Ukraine-Russia War news · February 24, 2023 World leaders deliver contrasting messages as Russia-Ukraine conflict reaches one-year mark with no resolution in sight
Ukraine-Russia War news · April 9, 2022 Prime Ministers of Poland, Czech Republic, and Slovenia travel to besieged Ukrainian capital in solidarity gesture
Negotiations for the exchange of prisoners of war break down as both sides accuse each other of bad faith
By Diplomatic Correspondent US-brokered humanitarian ceasefire collapses immediately as both sides refuse to halt military operations
First humanitarian ceasefire brokered by Russia fails immediately as both sides accuse each other of violations
Israel-Palestine Conflict news · December 23, 2016 Historic resolution passes as Obama administration breaks with tradition of shielding Israel at UN
Ukraine-Russia War news · September 5, 2014 Ukrainian government and pro-Russian separatists sign ceasefire agreement in Minsk, but fighting continues despite diplomatic breakthrough
Pakistan PM attends Modi's inauguration in unprecedented gesture, raising hopes for fresh start in bilateral relations
Israel-Palestine Conflict news · November 29, 2012 Historic General Assembly vote recognizes Palestinian statehood despite fierce US and Israeli opposition
Israel-Palestine Conflict news · September 23, 2011 Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas submits formal application for UN membership, marking pivotal diplomatic moment
In breakthrough moment, Armenian and Azerbaijani presidents sign Moscow Declaration, their first joint document affirming peaceful conflict resolution.
After two years of negotiations, the Prague Process faces serious deadlock as Armenia and Azerbaijan refuse to compromise on core issues.
Historic summit between Indian PM and Pakistani President raises expectations for Kashmir breakthrough and peace dividend
Armenia and Azerbaijan begin negotiations under the Prague Process, marking a new phase in diplomatic efforts to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
India-Pakistan news · April 12, 1997 Gujral Doctrine: India's Unilateral Peace Initiative
OSCE summit establishes co-chair mechanism for Minsk Group and discusses peacekeeping force for Nagorno-Karabakh
Armenia-Azerbaijan Conflict analysis · December 5, 1994 First major post-ceasefire diplomatic effort produces no breakthrough as positions remain irreconcilable
Commonwealth of Independent States proposes peacekeeping deployment as war escalates, but plan fails to materialize
OSCE creates Minsk Group to mediate Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict, establishing main international negotiation framework
Israel-Palestine Conflict analysis · October 30, 1991 Israelis and Palestinians sit at same negotiating table for first time as US and Soviet Union co-sponsor comprehensive peace talks.
India-Pakistan news · December 31, 1988 Rajiv-Benazir Summit: New Hope for Peace
By Diplomatic Affairs Editor Israel-Palestine Conflict news · November 15, 1988 Palestinian National Council proclaims independence in Algiers, recognizing Israel's right to exist and accepting UN Resolution 242.
India-Pakistan news · December 2, 1986 SAARC Summit Highlights India-Pakistan Tensions
By Diplomatic Correspondent Venice Declaration marks Europe's break with US policy, calling for PLO involvement in peace process and Palestinian self-determination.
India-Pakistan news · November 18, 1976 Post-Simla Diplomatic Efforts and Border Tensions
By Historical Analysis Team Israel-Palestine Conflict news · November 13, 1974 PLO chairman makes historic appearance at United Nations, marking Palestinian issue's elevation to international diplomatic stage.
Palestinian National Council approves phased strategy accepting 'national authority' on any liberated territory, sparking fierce internal debate.
Israel-Palestine Conflict news · November 22, 1967 Landmark resolution calls for Israeli withdrawal from occupied territories in exchange for peace, establishing 'land for peace' formula.