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Ethiopia has taken the helm of the African Union Peace and Security Council for April 2026, marking a milestone return to leadership after rejoining the body just one year ago. The move positions one of Africa's most experienced members to guide critical conversations on continental peace at a pivotal moment.
Leaders gathered in Istanbul to champion international cooperation as the path forward for resolving regional conflicts. The Global Council for Tolerance and Peace called for dialogue over division to protect global stability.
King Mohammed VI has accepted Morocco's role as a founding member of a new international Peace Council launched by the United States. The invitation recognizes Morocco's growing influence in diplomacy and conflict resolution worldwide.
A Palestinian committee and the World Council of Churches just signed a historic cooperation agreement in Geneva focused on justice, peace, and human dignity. The partnership strengthens international support for protecting Christian communities in the Holy Land.
Ghana's New Patriotic Party will unite all presidential candidates in a peace pact this week to prevent divisions and ensure a peaceful leadership election. Former presidents and the National Peace Council are joining to commit every candidate to supporting whoever wins.
Former war enemies Vietnam and the United States are now working together to bring peace to Gaza, showcasing how reconciliation can transform global relationships. The countries elevated their partnership to the highest level in 2023, opening new doors for cooperation on everything from technology to peacekeeping.
Nearly 40% of peace agreements fail within five years, but new research from Notre Dame reveals a powerful solution: international partners who stay engaged on the ground dramatically improve success rates. The deeper their involvement, the better the odds for lasting peace.
After more than 40 years of hostility, Israel and Lebanon have agreed to direct peace negotiations, marking a potential breakthrough in Middle Eastern relations. The 10-day ceasefire could lead to the first peace agreement between the nations since 1993.
After 109 days and 2,300 miles on foot, 19 Buddhist monks and their dog Aloka arrived in Washington DC to share a message of unity with the nation. Their Walk for Peace culminates today with a free address at the Lincoln Memorial.
Despite wars, climate crises, and political division, the World Council of Churches reports that its global fellowship continues growing stronger, choosing hope over despair. The international organization is reshaping its structure to better serve communities worldwide.
Despite global conflicts at post-WWII highs, 10 countries prove peace still thrives. The 2026 Global Peace Index reveals where safety and stability remain strong.
Peace agreements with women negotiators last significantly longer than those without them, yet women's representation at peace talks has dropped from 23% to just 16%. New evidence shows how diverse diplomatic teams are charting more durable paths to peace around the world.
Nearly a decade after Colombia's historic peace agreement, the country has formalized nearly 4 million hectares of land for rural communities while over 11,000 former combatants continue building peaceful lives. As Colombia heads into presidential elections, the UN celebrates democratic gains while pushing for continued progress on the groundbreaking 2016 peace framework.
For the first time ever, Israeli and Lebanese military leaders sat down together at the Pentagon to build a path toward lasting peace. The groundbreaking talks aim to stabilize their shared border and move both nations closer to ending decades of conflict.
India's Mizoram state will sign a historic peace agreement on April 14 with its last remaining militant group, bringing complete peace to the region after four decades of conflict. Forty-three former insurgents will transition to civilian life as the agreement closes a chapter that began in the mid-1980s.
Philip Noel-Baker won Olympic silver in 1920, then a Nobel Peace Prize in 1959 for his tireless work toward global disarmament. He remains the only person in history to achieve both honors.
In his debut Easter Mass, America's first pope urged world leaders to choose peace over conflict before thousands gathered at the Vatican. Pope Leo XIV announced a special prayer vigil for peace while continuing his vocal opposition to global wars.
A groundbreaking Notre Dame study reveals that peace agreements backed by international partners are far more successful than those without global support. The research offers a proven roadmap for ending conflicts that have torn communities apart for decades.
Diplomatic efforts just got more breathing room as the US agrees to extend its ceasefire with Iran indefinitely, giving Pakistan-led peace negotiations a real chance to succeed. The move came just one day before the original truce was set to expire.
The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire to negotiate a wider peace agreement. After years of tension, both nations are sitting down for serious diplomatic discussions that could reshape Middle East stability.
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