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Conflict Countries & Regions

We believe that, when the circumstances are right, The Elders can provide decisive assistance in the efforts to secure peaceful resolution to conflict.

Latest conflict content

Opinion
“Impunity in Israel and Palestine is as intolerable as it is in Ukraine”
Juan Manuel Santos
11 May 2022
The international community must show resolve in the face of aggression in Israel and Palestine.
News
Palestinian civil society is under threat
Zeid Raad Al Hussein
07 Mar 2022
Zeid Raad Al Hussein spoke with Palestinian civil society organisations at an event co-hosted with The Carter Center to demonstrate solidarity and call for greater protection of civic space by the international community.
News
Israel’s designation of Palestinian NGOs as “terrorist” undermines core democratic principles
08 Dec 2021
The Elders express their concern at Israel's misuse of anti-terrorism frameworks to restrict civil society.
Media Release
The Elders call on all parties to JCPOA to seek compromise and keep talks alive
24 Nov 2021
Ahead of the resumption of JCPOA talks in Vienna, The Elders call on all parties to show courageous leadership and a willingness to compromise.
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The Issue

Peace-making is in crisis worldwide with institutions for peace and security too often paralysed by cynical or short-term politics. 
We believe that sustainable peace will only be achieved when root causes of conflict are tackled, impunity is challenged and human rights take centre stage.

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We endeavour to assist in efforts to secure peaceful resolution to conflicts through quiet diplomacy and a willingness to talk to all sides.

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