Global Crises
Pope Francis' legacy of inter-faith diplomacy
After similar outreach to Sunnis, the pontiff's 2021 meeting with Shia's Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani transcended boundaries and fostered co-existence
April 21, 2025
diplomacy
Asia-Pacific
Vietnam's fortunes actually take a dramatic turn, and not for worst
For the US, maintaining robust relations with Hanoi are paramount for maintaining influence in the South China Sea
April 15, 2025
Europe
Can hockey diplomacy ice out chill in US-Russia ties?
The spectacle surrounding Alex Ovechkin's recent record-breaking goal recalls an era where sport accompanied great power détente
April 10, 2025
Middle East
Azerbaijan is already friendly with Israel. Why the push to 'normalize'?
Smells like another pressure campaign against Iran
March 24, 2025
Europe
Once never-Trump, Britain's leaders scrambling to stay relevant
New Ambassador to Washington Lord Peter Mandelson has an uphill battle on his hands
February 24, 2025
Europe
'People-centered peace' lost a major advocate this week
RIP: Wolfgang Sporrer was a friend, co-author, and one of the most persuasive proponents of inclusive diplomacy in Europe
February 14, 2025
Load more