Independent Geneva-based think-and-do tank advancing pragmatic approaches to peace and security in fragile contexts.

Geneva, Switzerland
Joined December 2019
🎥 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
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“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
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“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
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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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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…
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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
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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
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“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
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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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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.
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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…
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