Diplomacy
Zelensky Flies to Istanbul as Russian Strikes Kill 10, Testing Turkey’s Mediation Leverage
Ukrainian president's surprise diplomatic visit coincides with overnight bombardment, creating dual escalation-engagement dynamic ahead of potential ceasefire talks.
Pakistan’s Backdoor Deal Removes Iranian Officials from Israeli Strike List
Islamabad's quiet mediation persuaded Israel to spare Foreign Minister Araqchi and Parliament Speaker Qalibaf, demonstrating that negotiated targeting restraint can function even amid active warfare.
Ukraine Resumes Peace Talks in Miami as Trump’s Russia Sanctions Waiver Complicates Diplomacy
High-level Ukrainian delegation meets US officials in Florida on Sunday, marking first direct talks since Iran war paused negotiations three weeks ago.
The Real Estate Envoys: How Witkoff and Kushner Earned an F in Diplomacy
Two veteran diplomats grade Trump's unconventional negotiators on three simultaneous crises—and find catastrophic failure beneath the dealmaking veneer.