diplomacy

The UN-led peace process has remained stalled since a formal truce expired without extension last October, and has since been superseded by direct bilateral talks between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi group (Ansar Allah). Nevertheless, the UN and US special envoys have continued to actively consult with the respective belligerents. On August 9, UN Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg…

When it comes to international security, to matters of war and peace, women still rarely have a seat at the table. Those who do, rarely speak about their work – because being discrete is part of the job. And speaking about their experience as women can still make them appear weak. Jamila Ali Rajaa and Helga Schmid have nonetheless agreed to talk, by videoconference from Cairo and Vienna. It’s a particularly good time to speak about diplomacy: Negotiations about the…