peace initiatives
Historic Bridge-Building: Meitei MLA's Groundbreaking Visit to Kuki Relief Camps Amid Manipur's Ethnic Divide
Dec 08, 2025 10:53 pm CST
In a significant step toward reconciliation, Meitei BJP MLA Yumnam Khemchand Singh became the first valley politician to visit Kuki relief camps since Manipur's ethnic violence erupted two years ago. This landmark visit highlights ongoing efforts to rebuild trust between communities, despite resistance from some tribal leaders and continued political deadlock over territorial demands. With over 260 deaths and 50,000 displaced people, this rare cross-community outreach offers a glimmer of hope for healing Manipur's deep divisions.
Donald Trump Makes History as First Recipient of FIFA Peace Prize: Understanding the New Award
Dec 06, 2025 05:23 pm CST
US President Donald Trump has become the inaugural recipient of FIFA's newly established Peace Prize during the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony. The award, created to honor individuals promoting global unity through exceptional peace actions, was presented by FIFA President Gianni Infantino who praised Trump's efforts to "promote peace and unity around the world."
Nobel Peace Prize 2024: UN, Human Rights Groups Favored as Trump's Chances Diminish
Oct 08, 2025 04:50 pm CST
The Norwegian Nobel Committee will announce the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize winner on Friday, with experts suggesting UN organizations, human rights groups, and peace activists are the frontrunners. Despite Donald Trump's repeated claims of deserving the prestigious award for resolving "eight conflicts," analysts predict he won't receive it this year as the committee evaluates candidates against Alfred Nobel's vision of promoting international cooperation and disarmament.
India Offers Support for Peace Restoration in Ukraine and Gaza: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar Addresses UN General Assembly
Sep 28, 2025 01:07 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the 80th UN General Assembly session, calling for an end to hostilities in Ukraine and Gaza while offering India's support for peace initiatives. He highlighted that countries capable of engaging all sides must step up efforts to find solutions, noting that energy and food security have become major casualties of global conflicts since 2022.
Why Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Chances Are Slim According to Experts
Sep 25, 2025 10:11 pm CST
Nobel Peace Prize experts explain why Donald Trump is unlikely to win the prestigious award despite his lobbying efforts, with the committee instead likely to recognize humanitarian organizations working in challenging environments when they announce this year's winner on October 10.
US Seeks Probe As Escalator, Teleprompter Malfunction During Trump UN Visit
Sep 24, 2025 09:36 am CST
President Donald Trump appeared to laugh it off Tuesday when an escalator and a teleprompter both malfunctioned during his United Nations visit -- but for US officials it was no laughing matter.
"Support Peace Efforts In Ukraine": PM Modi To Trump After Birthday Message
Sep 17, 2025 12:31 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his support to the United States' efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war.