Attempted Dismantling of U.S. Institute of Peace by Trump Administration

The Trump administration is trying to dismantle the U.S. Institute of Peace, a Congressionally-funded think tank established in 1984 to study peaceful resolutions to conflicts worldwide. USIP is part of an ecosystem of organizations created during the Cold War to protect and project American values globally. The administration's actions have led to a standoff between USIP staff and law enforcement officials.

North Korean Defector Lee Seongmin Assists Ukrainian Forces

Ukrainian forces sought help from a North Korean defector, Lee Seongmin, to understand and counter the threat posed by North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russia.

Ceasefire between PKK and Turkey

Outlawed Kurdish militants declare ceasefire with Turkey following a call by jailed PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan to disband and end armed struggle. PKK agrees to ceasefire and potential dissolution, citing Ocalan's appeal for peace.

U.S. Foreign Policy on Ukraine Conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio explains the U.S. decision to vote against a UN measure bashing Russia for the war in Ukraine. The U.S. led a narrower resolution calling for an end to the war that passed the UN Security Council.

U.N. Resolution on Ukraine War

The United States is lobbying countries to oppose a U.N. resolution by Ukraine on the war in Ukraine and support a U.S. draft resolution instead. The U.S. resolution calls for a swift end to the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

Building Bridges Through Sword Fighting

A group of sword fighters in Pittsburgh have created a politics-free zone in their club to avoid divisive rhetoric and focus on building relationships through historical European martial arts.

Russian President Putin's Cease-fire Proposal for Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed a cease-fire in Ukraine if certain conditions were met, but Ukraine called the proposal manipulative and absurd. The conflict resolution involves Crimea, military force restrictions, and lifting Western sanctions against Russia.

Pope Francis on Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding

Pope Francis emphasizes the importance of addressing and dealing with conflicts in society, warning against trying to impose a uniform vision. He advocates for embracing different opinions and building bridges for peace.

Howard Stern and Jerry Seinfeld conflict resolution

Howard Stern and Jerry Seinfeld resolve conflict after Seinfeld questions Stern's comedy abilities, leading to a public apology and forgiveness.