This article explores a potential pathway to peace through negotiations that could end Russia’s war in Ukraine, by answering the question: How can past negotiation frameworks inform a pathway to peace in the Russian-Ukrainian conflict? Utilising a hybrid approach, the article draws on lessons from diplomatic histories and negotiation methodologies, including the Dayton Accords, and…
The Gulf Cooperation Council has played a nuanced role in the geopolitical landscape shaped by the Russian-Ukrainian war since its escalation in February 2022. This report analyses the GCC’s peace initiatives, examining the motivations, strategies, and implications of their actions in the context of international relations. Qatar aims to mediate in disputes between conflicting parties,…
In the wake of any conflict, the pursuit of peace extends far beyond the cessation of hostilities. For Ukraine, the journey towards peace necessitates a multifaceted approach in which justice plays an indispensable role. This article reviews the essential role of justice in conflict settlement and post-conflict arrangements, examining its intersection with reconciliation and sustainable…
This article argues that China’s Peace Plan is a diplomatic manoeuvre to bolster its standing amongst so-called Global South states, rather than a document proposing a long-standing and just peace. The paper, therefore, examines the broader implications of the Peace Plan within the context of Beijing’s shift towards a more assertive international stance, contrasting perceptions…
The full-scale invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation opened a new, dangerous era in international relations. Russia’s aggression opened a Pandora’s box and created a dangerous precedent for many other sleeping conflicts globally, including those in the Middle East and Asia. Therefore, new approaches to peacekeeping need to be developed, based on previous experience…
Dear readers, What does Peace mean? Is Justice important for conflict resolution? Who can be a mediator and what are mediators, such as China and Gulf states interests in Russia-Ukraine war? Are there lessons Ukraine can learn from Balkans and Nagorno-Karabakh peace process, as well as different Truth and Reconciliation commissions around the globe. All…
