Independent Geneva-based think-and-do tank advancing pragmatic approaches to peace and security in fragile contexts.
Geneva, Switzerland
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🎥 Missed our sessions at the #GenevaPeaceForum? Both replays are now available!
From shifting dynamics in the Middle East to Syria’s path towards reconciliation, catch up on two discussions about the region’s future.
▶️ Watch now: bit.ly/4zKJ2tW
“The only way to preserve Israel’s security is to divide this piece of land.”
Former Israeli Navy Commander and Shin Bet Director Ami Ayalon explains why a two-state solution is key to Israel’s security and regional stability.
Full interview: youtu.be/oz4IJlNuB04
“Lebanon is an example of two dominant military forces trying to exercise hegemony.”
At the 2026 #GenevaPeaceForum, Lebanese MP @DaouMark discussed his country’s dual challenge.
🎥 Full discussion: youtu.be/87UE3EUbKEs
Our Syria session at #GenevaPeaceForum is kicking off, moderated by @HibaQasas, with speakers from @EU_UNGeneva, @syrianmofaex, the Office of the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria and Syria’s National Commission on Transitional Justice. Follow here: genevapeaceforum.ch/en/gpf-2…
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Delighted to welcome Finland @Ulkoministerio Ambassadors @JanWahlberg and @JanWahlberg to @PrinciplesPeace during #GenevaPeaceWeek. We talked mediation, Middle East, and how Helsinki-style process connects to our GAPS-MENA High-Level Dialogue.
A reminder: our Syria session at #genevapeaceforum is at 3pm today. If you’re interested in learning how nations can turn pages and build civic peace, join us at plenary EF at the CICG in Geneva, or online. genevapeaceforum.ch/en/gpf-2…
Amid upcoming Israeli and Palestinian elections, growing tensions in the West Bank and stalled recovery in Gaza, 120 USF members met in Geneva to assess political scenarios and identify joint actions to advance security and dignity for both people.
🔗 bit.ly/4jW5Amw
ALT Hiba Qasas - USF Forum VII
ALT Nathalie Fontanet - USF Forum VII
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During our Middle East panel at the 2026 #GenevaPeaceForum, Ambassador Alaa Hegazy shared 5 lessons on the limits of military force, regional diplomacy, and the need for strong national institutions.
🎥 Full panel: youtu.be/87UE3EUbKEs
“The Middle East has an urgent need for a cooperative, regional, political and security framework.”
At the #GenevaPeaceForum, we convened regional & European voices to discuss shifting alliances, fragile ceasefires and pathways to stability.
🎥 youtu.be/87UE3EUbKEs
Our Middle East session at #GenevaPeaceForum: bringing together experts from the region and beyond to tackle some of the toughest challenges, and explore how new alliances and frameworks are shifting the landscape. genevapeaceforum.ch/en/gpf-2…
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The #GenevaPeaceForum opens today and runs until 15 October at the heart of International Geneva, @Geneve_int.
Political representatives, international organisations, civil society actors and members of academia will gather under the theme “Choose Peace”.
#Switzerland reaffirms its commitment to mediation, #dialogue and the promotion of #peace.
👉🏽 bit.ly/4zwEDuw
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The #GenevaPeaceForum opens today. @PrinciplesPeace’s Middle East session at 15:00 will bring together important voices on the region. See you in Geneva or online! genevapeaceforum.ch/en/gpf-2…
And we’re off! Day one of the #GenevaPeaceForum, with an opening session featuring Sierra Leone President @julius_maadabio, @SwissMFA State Secretary Alexandre Fasel, @UNGeneva Director General @UN_Valovaya, @TheGCSP’s Ambassador Thomas Greminger and GPP’s Annyssa Bellal.
Geneva Peace Week is now #GenevaPeaceForum, and it opens today with a keynote from President @julius_maadabio of Sierra Leone.
As part of the GPF Consortium, we're proud to have backed this step up. Our Middle East session: 15:00 CEST. Follow online here: genevapeaceforum.ch/
Check out our session at 3pm on the Middle East at a Turning Point — featuring H.E. @AmbAlaaHegazy, @Egyptmfa Ambassador to the UN in Geneva; Yasser al-Jundi of @syrianmofaex; Mark Daou MP of the Lebanese Parliament; and Christian Resch of @GermanyDiplo. genevapeaceforum.ch/en/gpf-2…
New speaker 📣 H.E. @AmbAlaaHegazy, @Egyptmfa Ambassador to the UN in Geneva, joins our #GenevaPeaceForum panel on the Middle East at a turning point.
📅 Mon 12 Oct, 15:00 CEST: Middle East panel
📅 Thu 15 Oct, 15:00 CEST: Syria panel
👉 genevapeaceforum.ch/en/gpf-2…
The Middle East's regional dynamics under pressure. Reconciliation and transition in Syria. Next week at the #GenevaPeaceForum, @PrinciplesPeace hosts two key high-level sessions, both moderated by @HibaQasas.
📅 12 & 15 Oct, both at 15:00 CEST 👉 genevapeaceforum.ch/en/gpf-2…
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St. Sec. von Geyr delivered the opening address at the Geneva Architecture for Peace&Security forum. A strong signal for the importance of high level dialogue and strategic cooperation in modern peace processes in the ME. Thanks to @PrinciplesPeace for setting up this great event
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Many thanks to State Secretary. Our GAPS MENA High-Level Dialogue just wrapped up: bringing 300 + leaders from across MENA and beyond to work on some of our most pressing challenges. Thanks to @GermanyDiplo & all partners for their support to, and trust @PrinciplesPeace
St. Sec. von Geyr delivered the opening address at the Geneva Architecture for Peace&Security forum. A strong signal for the importance of high level dialogue and strategic cooperation in modern peace processes in the ME. Thanks to @PrinciplesPeace for setting up this great event
“Lebanon has the human capital, skills and ambition it needs.”
Bilal Y. Saab, a member of the P4P Advisory Group, reflects on Lebanon’s potential to rebuild state authority and regain its independence, sovereignty and prosperity.
Full interview: bit.ly/4hclwy6