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A local mediation request for PFAS pollution affecting the area around U.S. military bases in Okinawa was rejected, highlighting legislative gaps regarding military facilities.

Ukraine's chief negotiator reported significant progress in US-mediated negotiations with Russia, emphasizing the complexity and collaborative nature of the discussions.

Ukrainian and Russian negotiators concluded the first day of two-day US-mediated talks in Geneva, as reported by a source close to the Russian delegation.

Tense negotiations between Ukraine and Russia under US mediation in Geneva are set to continue after a six-hour session did not yield significant progress.

Russia and Ukraine have commenced a new round of peace talks mediated by the United States in Geneva, aiming to resolve the ongoing conflict that began with Russia's invasion in February 2022.

Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S. have initiated a new round of peace talks in Geneva amid heightened tensions and differing agendas.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed confusion over the international community's reaction to efforts aimed at ending the Ukraine conflict, highlighting a lack of support for mediation.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hopes for serious and substantial peace talks in Geneva and noted the pressure on Ukraine to make concessions.

J. D. Vance's visit to Azerbaijan is part of a regional trip aimed at reinforcing the U.S.-mediated peace process between neighboring Caucasian countries.

Ukraine and Russia have reached their first prisoner swap agreement in several months during talks in Abu Dhabi, although further work is needed to reach a comprehensive peace deal according to the US mediation.

Ukrainian and Russian negotiators completed the first day of new talks mediated by the U.S. in Abu Dhabi, amid ongoing fighting, with Ukrainian officials stating the discussions were productive yet highlighting unresolved issues.

In a new round of talks in Abu Dhabi, the Kremlin demanded Ukrainian withdrawal from extensive areas in the east as a condition for any agreement, amidst ongoing fighting and US mediation efforts.

President Claudia Sheinbaum reiterated Mexico's willingness to mediate in the conflict between the United States and Cuba, emphasizing that both nations must be willing to create the conditions for dialogue.

Turkey is increasingly acting as a mediator in calls between its foreign minister and Iran's, as the U.S. threatens military action against Iran.

Recent changes in President Trump's approach towards Iran indicate a shift towards diplomacy, with reports of mediation efforts from Moscow to facilitate a possible agreement between the US and Iran.

New rounds of peace negotiations to end the war in Ukraine are scheduled for this week in Abu Dhabi with U.S. mediation, despite ongoing fighting and deadly long-range attacks.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei warned that a US military attack would lead to a regional war, while suggesting ongoing diplomatic efforts for easing tensions through mediated talks with neighboring countries.

There are renewed hopes for a negotiation between the US and Iran as Washington expresses willingness to meet through multiple channels, with regional mediators like Turkey, Egypt, and Qatar collaborating to facilitate this meeting.

Putin has offered mediation assistance to Netanyahu amid rising tensions and US military presence in the Middle East.

Israel and Syria have agreed to establish a communication channel under US mediation to coordinate intelligence, security, and trade matters, aimed at preventing disputes between the two nations.

Israel and Syria have restarted diplomatic discussions in Paris under U.S. mediation, aiming for improved security coordination and potential economic collaboration.

Syria and Israel have renewed security discussions with the mediation of the United States, aiming to improve relations and stability in the region.

A Syrian delegation, led by Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani, is participating in a new round of negotiations with Israeli counterparts in Paris, coordinated by the United States.

A new session of negotiations between Syria and Israel is underway in Paris with American mediation, led by Syrian Foreign Minister Assaad al-Chaibani, marking the first talks since September.