Publications
Two questions arise from the Ukranian Genocide Case, according to Prof Weller. First, whether it is worthwhile for Ukraine to continue the case. And second, whether Ukraine should bring a fresh action, alleging that genocide is being committed by Russian armed forces on its territory.
Syria
The head of the internationally recognized Syrian opposition body during the previous administration’s rule, said on Monday that the group has not received an invitation to the national dialogue announced by the current government.
Ukraine
Russia has trashed a plan pitched by US President-elect Donald Trump’s team to end the Russia-Ukraine war by deferring Kyiv’s NATO membership in exchange for a ceasefire, according to Russian state-owned media.
Announcements
In 2024, 100 new peace instruments were coded and published on Language of Peace. The category tree has also been revamped, with new categories for youth, ceasefires & military stabilisation, and detainees & missing persons. Check it out at www.languageofpeace.org!
Middle East
Israeli and U.S. officials involved in the negotiations for a Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal tell Axios they are concerned that the odds of an agreement before President Trump takes office are slim.
Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday (26 December) that Russia is open to a Slovakian proposal to host peace talks with Ukraine to end a conflict he said Russia was determined to bring to a conclusion.
Ukraine
YouGov survey finds negotiated end to war with Russia is preferred option in four out of seven countries.
Syria
Syria’s de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa reached an agreement on Tuesday with former rebel faction chiefs to dissolve all groups and consolidate them under the defence ministry, according to a statement from the new administration.
Middle East
Gaps between Israel and Hamas over a possible Gaza ceasefire have narrowed, according to Israeli and Palestinian officials’ remarks on Monday, though crucial differences have yet to be resolved.