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diplomacyOct 18, 2026

Why the US is holding secret talks with Myanmar’s military ruler

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Why is the Trump administration holding secret talks with Myanmar's military ruler, accused of genocide?

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At the Democratic Party’s national assembly in Rome, Secretary Elly Schlein stated that the party supports Ukraine, Palestinians, and Iranian opposition groups while rejecting war. She called on the European Union to appoint a single negotiator to facilitate a ceasefire and peace talks, arguing that this approach would prevent reliance on direct negotiations between the United States and Russia.

Location: Tehran