Introduction: The Role of Ceasefires in Conflict Resolution A ceasefire is sometimes the first critical step toward resolving long-standing inter and intra-conflicts in the international arena. These short term, temporary stops to hostilities provide a break to negotiate, deliver humanitarian assistance, and rebuild trust among belligerents. However, the process leading […]
Global Affairs
Introduction: A Conflict Shaped by History The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is perhaps one of the most enduring and contentious disputes in modern history. It has been characterized by decades of violence, failed peace efforts, and deep-rooted animosities that have continued to dominate international headlines. The recent upsurge of Israeli strikes in […]
Introduction: The Evolution of Conflict Resolution Conflicts, whether interpersonal, communal, or international, are as old as humanity itself. However, the complexity of modern disputes, compounded by globalization, technology, and cultural diversity, demands innovative solutions. Traditional approaches, while foundational, often fail to address the nuanced needs of contemporary conflicts. As societies […]
Introduction: The Necessity of Diplomacy in a Stormy World With the era being characterized by global tensions and regional conflicts, diplomacy is one tool that continues to be vital for the creation of stability on a global scale. The peace talks represent the very basis of such initiatives, allowing parties […]
Introduction: A New Dimension in Regional Conflict The Middle East, a region often characterized by complex alliances and long-standing rivalries, has seen another escalation with Israel’s recent airstrikes on Yemen’s Houthi rebels. This marks a new dimension in regional conflict, as it brings to the fore Israel’s increasing involvement beyond […]
Introduction: A Political Stalemate Broken Years of political stalemate have finally ended in Lebanon as it has just emerged from a lengthy presidential vacuum under the leadership of Joseph Aoun, newly elected to the position. The end to the deadlock marks a turning point for a country that has been […]
Introduction: A Humanitarian Crisis in the Middle East Long fraught with geopolitical strife, one of the darkest chapters is currently unfolding in the Middle East. A humanitarian crisis without parallel has continued to emerge in Gaza as death tolls soar over an astounding 46,000. Such a grim statistic not only […]
Introduction: The Importance of Diplomacy in a Divided World In a world with polarization and clash, diplomacy emerges as a haven of hope. International relations offer the foundation for setting up cooperation with other nations to transcend borders and various ideologies. On the core of these relations rests peace talks, […]
Introduction: A World in Flux The political map of the 21st century is unpredictable and unstable. In terms of shifts in governance structures, the influence extends to broader geopolitical effects within a country or beyond its borders. From divisive leadership to changed global alignments, the political nature of the world […]
Introduction: The Tides of Global Economics Are Shifting The global economy is constantly in motion, with forces driving change at both national and international levels. Technological innovation and geopolitical tension are two among the most disparate, complex, and driving factors in this context. The greater the integration of markets around […]