PEACE PROCESS

Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Kurdish Fighters Leave Turkey for Peace Talks

In a surprising turn of events, a Kurdish group has decided to pull its fighters out of Turkey and into Iraq. This move is part of a bigger plan to make peace with the Turkish government. The group, known as the PKK, has been fighting in Turkey for a long time, causing many deaths since the 1980s.

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Oct 04 2025POLITICS

A Hiccup in Congo and Rwanda's Peace Deal

In a recent turn of events, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have hit a snag in their peace process. The two countries were supposed to sign an economic agreement this week, but that didn't happen. Why? Because Congo has some conditions. Rwanda has been accused of backing rebels wh

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Jul 09 2025POLITICS

Kurdish Leader Calls for Peace, Turkey Responds

Abdullah Ocalan, the imprisoned leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), has declared an end to the armed conflict against Turkey. He shared this news through a video message, which was broadcasted by the PKK-affiliated Firat News Agency. Ocalan emphasized that this change marks a significant m

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Peace in the Middle East: Can We Learn from Northern Ireland?

Northern Ireland's peace process is a fascinating story. It started with a unique approach to politics. The Alliance Party of Northern Ireland used psychoanalytical ideas to understand and address the deep-rooted issues. This approach helped to negotiate the 1998 Belfast/Good Friday Agreement.

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Mar 05 2025POLITICS

US Halts Aid to Ukraine: What Does This Mean for Peace?

The US has temporarily stopped sending weapons and intelligence support to Ukraine. This decision came after a heated discussion between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office. The US is now taking a step back to reassess Ukraine's commitment to peace

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Feb 13 2025POLITICS

Breaking the Cycle: Lebanon's Peace in the Balance

Lebanon's fragile peace hangs in the balance. The 60-day ceasefire, initially set to end on January 26, has been extended to February 18. But is this enough to ensure lasting peace? Israel has maintained its presence in Lebanon, and small skirmishes have already begun to threaten the fragile calm. T

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