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đź“…December 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Global political developments today include high-level diplomatic summits, peace talks on Ukraine, Security Council debates, elections, protests, and new international coalitions addressing violence against women and regional security.
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US-Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Continue

US and Ukrainian officials held talks in Florida ahead of US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff's meeting with Putin to present a revised peace proposal, amid ongoing Russian military challenges and European support for Ukraine Source 4.

2

Security Council Open Debate on 'Leadership for Peace'

Slovenia, as Council president, convened an open debate on 'Leadership for Peace' with briefings by Ban Ki-moon and a civil society representative, focusing on international peace and security Source 6.

3

Security Council Visiting Mission to Lebanon and Syria

The Security Council is scheduled to conduct a visiting mission to Lebanon and Syria from December 3–7, with a follow-up briefing expected after the trip Source 6.

4

Pope Leo XIV to Visit Lebanon

Pope Leo XIV's upcoming visit to Lebanon is highlighted as a major event in religious diplomacy, underscoring the importance of interfaith dialogue in the region Source 2.

5

State Visits and Bilateral Talks

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam met with Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held strategic talks with Poland's PM Donald Tusk Source 2.

6

Key Elections in Chile and Myanmar

December sees pivotal elections in Chile and Myanmar, with outcomes expected to shape the political landscape in both countries for years to come Source 2.

7

New Global Coalition Against Violence

A major new international coalition was launched today to end violence against women and girls, uniting women leaders from around the world in advocacy and action Source 12.

8

Protests and Political Unrest

Violent protests erupted in Sofia, Bulgaria, over the 2026 draft budget, while Greek farmers blocked motorways in protest against subsidy fraud fallout Source 1.

9

Africa-China Strategic Retreat

The African Union Permanent Mission to China convened a strategic retreat to enhance Africa's ownership and leadership in economic development and peace and security Source 10.

10

Iran: Stockholm Rally Condemns Executions

A rally in Stockholm condemned recent executions in Iran, demanded the release of political prisoners, and called for regime change, highlighting ongoing international concern over Iran's human rights record Source 11.