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Portadown Standoff: 28-Year Ban on Orange Order March Lifted, Sparking Political Crisis
politics12 days ago

Portadown Standoff: 28-Year Ban on Orange Order March Lifted, Sparking Political Crisis

The Orange Order’s first march down Portadown’s Garvaghy Road in 28 years was authorized by the Parades Commission and upheld by the High Court at 2:15 a.m. Sunday. Hundreds of nationalist protesters, including Sinn Féin leaders, blocked the route, causing a tense standoff. Unionist politicians demanded respect for the rule of law, while nationalists called the decision a threat to the peace process. UK and Irish leaders appealed for calm as the dispute reignited deep-seated community divisions.

via BBC|
#dup#northern-ireland#orange-order
Turkey advances peace with PKK disarmament plan in landmark vote
world1 month ago

Turkey advances peace with PKK disarmament plan in landmark vote

Turkey’s parliament approved a 12‑article law offering conditional pardons and disarmament procedures for PKK fighters after the group disbands and surrenders its weapons, in a landmark move aimed at ending four decades of violence that spilled into Iraq and Syria. Full effect depends on PKK disarmament and judicial leniency processes; the measure could reshape regional dynamics and bolster President Erdoğan, though critics warn that legislation alone won’t guarantee lasting peace or democracy.

via Financial Times|
#erdogan#kurdish-conflict#peace-process
End of an Eight-Decade War? Israel and Lebanon vow to formally end state of war
middle-east3 months ago

End of an Eight-Decade War? Israel and Lebanon vow to formally end state of war

A Jerusalem Post analysis notes that Israel and Lebanon have technically been at war since 1948, with armistice agreements ending active fighting but not delivering peace. A trilateral framework signed by Israel, Lebanon, and the United States pledges to conclusively end the conflict and address its root causes, a historic shift that depends on Hezbollah’s disarmament, Lebanese forces’ control of the south, and challenging political-security commitments. Past attempts, such as the 1983 May 17 Agreement, collapsed, so skepticism remains, but the framing marks a possible turning point after eight decades of hostility.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#armistice#hezbollah#israel
Colombia's Runoff: Outsider Cepeda vs. hardline newcomer de la Espriella
world3 months ago

Colombia's Runoff: Outsider Cepeda vs. hardline newcomer de la Espriella

Colombia is headed to a presidential runoff between political outsider Cepeda, who backs continuing President Petro’s peace approach with guerrillas and criminal groups, and hardline newcomer de la Espriella, who promises tough-on-crime policies and mega-prisons. The race unfolds as violence and extortion rise—highlighted by the 2025 homicide total and the killing of a conservative candidate—while the country’s decade-long peace process with FARC remains a central, contentious issue for voters.

via AP News|
#colombia#elections#peace-process
Violence at the ballot box: Colombia's security crisis reshapes the presidential race
world3 months ago

Violence at the ballot box: Colombia's security crisis reshapes the presidential race

Colombia’s presidential runoff is dominated by escalating violence from illegal armed groups (FARC dissidents, ELN, Clan del Golfo), driving mass displacement and shaping voters’ priorities. Leftist Iván Cepeda advocates negotiated security and social reforms, while outsider Abelardo de la Espriella pushes a hard crackdown and new prisons, a debate intensified by Donald Trump’s endorsement. The outcome will influence Colombia’s security approach and its ties to the United States.

via BBC|
#armed-groups#colombia#displacement
Colombia's presidential race narrows to peace vs. crackdown, with runoff looming
world4 months ago

Colombia's presidential race narrows to peace vs. crackdown, with runoff looming

Colombia votes in a three-horse race for president, led by Iván Cepeda—a Petro ally advocating the ongoing peace process—against Abelardo de la Espriella and Paloma Valencia who favor a tougher crackdown on armed groups; the outcome will determine whether Petro’s peace agenda advances or faces setback, with a runoff likely in June if no candidate wins 50% in the first round.

via The Guardian|
#colombia#gustavo-petro#ivan-cepeda
Colombia’s peace gamble tested as violence surges before the vote
world5 months ago

Colombia’s peace gamble tested as violence surges before the vote

Colombia’s bid for total peace is under pressure as dissident Farc factions, the ELN and other armed groups widen the conflict ahead of the presidential election. Deadly attacks, kidnappings and mass displacement have surged, challenging Petro’s peace initiatives and raising questions about a staged shift back toward conflict. Analysts say the next government will need a careful mix of negotiations and force to manage a highly fragmented security landscape.

via The Guardian|
#colombia#elections#eln
Trump’s Popularity in Israel Reframes the Push for Peace
world7 months ago

Trump’s Popularity in Israel Reframes the Push for Peace

Trump’s high standing among Jewish Israelis has reframed the Israeli-Palestinian peace debate, with polls showing greater openness to negotiations when Trump’s plan is linked to him; the authors argue Washington should harness this moment by implementing a 20-point plan, creating a Palestinian governing framework in Gaza, ensuring security, and building regional consensus, while acknowledging that lasting progress depends on Trump’s sustained engagement and political will.

via Foreign Affairs|
#israel#netanyahu#peace-process
world9 months ago

European Leaders Discuss Security Guarantees and Military Support for Ukraine

The European Council and coalition members, including Ukraine and the US, have agreed on a comprehensive security framework to ensure Ukraine's sovereignty and lasting peace, which includes robust security guarantees, military support, a multinational force, and coordinated efforts for future support in case of Russian aggression.

via consilium.europa.eu|
#coalition#paris-declaration#peace-process
Russia intercepts Ukrainian drone attacks amid power outages near Moscow
world9 months ago

Russia intercepts Ukrainian drone attacks amid power outages near Moscow

Ukrainian drones intercepted over Russia and hit Odesa, injuring four, while Russia claims drone attacks on Russian territory, including damage to port infrastructure. Meanwhile, European and Canadian officials are discussing peace efforts in Ukraine amid ongoing conflict. A power outage outside Moscow affected over 100,000 residents, with no confirmed link to Ukraine.

via DW|
#drone-attack#odesa#peace-process
Key Meetings and Strategies Shape Middle East Security and Gaza Deal
world9 months ago

Key Meetings and Strategies Shape Middle East Security and Gaza Deal

President Trump’s upcoming meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago is crucial for advancing the Gaza peace deal, as tensions and disagreements over demilitarization, governance, and regional stability threaten to stall progress. The White House aims to push forward with a technocratic Palestinian government and a phased demilitarization, but Netanyahu’s skepticism and actions on the ground complicate these efforts. The outcome of this meeting could significantly influence the future of Gaza and regional peace initiatives.

via Axios|
#gaza#middle-east#netanyahu
Israel faces international criticism over new West Bank settlements
world9 months ago

Israel faces international criticism over new West Bank settlements

Fourteen countries, including Britain, Canada, and Germany, condemned Israel for approving 19 new settlements in the West Bank, which they say violate international law and threaten regional stability. The expansion increases the total settlements to 210, nearly 50% more during the current government, and is opposed by these nations who support a two-state solution and Palestinian self-determination.

via The Guardian|
#international-law#israel#peace-process