This paper examines the options for peace stabilisation and demilitarisation, with a focus on conventional weapons.
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Ukraine Options Paper: Peace Stabilisation and Demilitarisation
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Ukraine
Zelensky said his victory plan will lead to ‘reliable peace’ in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that he will present to President Joe Biden a plan to strengthen Ukraine that could “pave the way to a reliable peace” in the country’s ongoing war with Russia.
Middle East
Palestinian prime minister: A day-after plan for Gaza
The PA’s day-after plan for governing Gaza is part of a broader effort to empower the Palestinian government and rebuild trust among our citizens.
Middle East
Hamas says it is ready to implement Gaza ceasefire deal without ‘new conditions’
After meetings with Qatari and Egyptian mediators on Wednesday, Palestinian militant group Hamas reiterated its “readiness” to adopt President Biden’s Gaza ceasefire deal, originally proposed in May, as pressure grows on Netanyahu to bring home hostages.
Ukraine
Ukraine’s foreign minister resigns in largest shake-up since war began
The reorganization of the administration comes as Russia unleashes a new wave of aerial attacks on cities, including one on Lviv that killed seven overnight.
Myanmar
Military leader says Myanmar will hold a census next month to compile voter lists
The head of Myanmar’s military government has declared that Myanmar will hold a national census next month to compile voter lists for a general election and to analyze population and socioeconomic trends.
Middle East
US sets two-week deadline for Gaza ceasefire talks, Turkish official says
A Turkish foreign ministry spokesperson said the United States has been misleading the public by claiming that Gaza ceasefire negotiations have been progressing positively, citing Hamas officials.
Middle East
What is the ‘Philadelphi corridor’ and why is it a sticking point?
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defied mounting pressure Monday and insisted his military must maintain control of the area in any cease-fire deal to end the war in Gaza.
Middle East
Anti-government protests sweep Israel as ceasefire deal stalls
Israelis clashed with police in major cities across the country on Sunday night, demanding that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secure a deal with Gaza following the recovery of six captives on Saturday night.