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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 21h

⏰ Call for Side Events

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 1d

Amid fragile momentum for peace, leaders from across the Middle East and Europe met in the Saudi desert.

At #MLMAlUla, discussions centered on the 20-point peace plan, the complex realities shaping the region, and avenues for cross-regional cooperation.

Debrief coming soon!

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 1d

📢 After over 2 years as Vice-Chair, @rainerrudolph.bsky.social is returning to @germany.diplo.de and will take up a new posting as German Ambassador to Kosovo. His dedication, strategic insight & international perspective have left a lasting mark on our work!
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MSC Vice-Chair Rainer Rudolph Returns to the German Foreign Service

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 3d

In conversation with DW News, our Foundation Council President Wolfgang Ischinger spoke about responses to the peace plan for Gaza and diplomatic opportunities. #MLMAlUla. 👇
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Rebeca Grynspan @rebecagrynspan.bsky.social · 6d

At the @munsecconf.bsky.social, I stressed that when maritime chokepoints like the Red Sea are disrupted, the ripple effects on trade, food, and energy security are global.

Bold diplomacy, as we saw in the Black Sea Initiative, remains our best tool to keep sea lanes open and safe.

#MLMAlUla

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 4d

„Der Friedensplan ist erstmal nur eine Skizze, die nun mit Beharrlichkeit konkretisiert werden muss. Aber er ist ein Hoffnungsschimmer.“ — Wolfgang Ischinger berichtet im @deutschlandfunk.de.web.brid.gy über seine Gespräche
beim #MLMAlUla in Saudi-Arabien.

🎧 www.deutschlandfunk.de/interview-is...

Ex-Diplomat Ischinger - Trumps Plan für Nahost ist die einzige Chance

Der Leiter der Münchner Sicherheitskonferenz, Wolfgang Ischinger, ist zuversichtlich gegenüber Trumps Nahost-Friedensplan. Das zeige die Reaktion der Hamas.

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 7d

„Dies ist der einzige und damit beste Plan, den wir haben, um die katastrophale Lage zu beenden”, sagt Ischinger über den Nahost-Friedensplan von Präsident Trump.

Im Gespräch mit Rixa Fürsen berichtet er direkt vom #MLMAlUla aus Saudi-Arabien. 👇 open.spotify.com/episode/2EVc...

Update-Spezial: Wolfgang Ischinger über Trumps Gaza-Friedensplan

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 7d

"Uncertainty is the highest #tariff."

We put geoeconomics on the #MLMAlula agenda for a reason. At our meeting in the Saudi desert, @unctad.bsky.social's Rebeca Grynspan explained the value of predictability for a rules-based trade world.

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 7d

„In der Krisendiplomatie weiß man nie, wo man in drei Tagen oder drei Wochen steht. Was grundsätzlich optimistisch stimmt: Viele in der arabischen Welt sehen in dem Trump-Plan eine große Chance für Frieden." – Ischinger bei WELT TV live vom #MLMAlUla in Saudi-Arabien.

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 7d

📽️ Highlights from Day 1 of #MLMAlUla

Today, discussions continue on global and regional race for AI leadership, advancing economic cooperation, fostering food security, and exploring pathways to peace.

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 8d

Syria's transition remains a key theme — at #MSC2025, our last #MLMDC, and now again at #MLMAlUla — with participants stressing the need for strong regional and international backing and warning against risks like foreign meddling or ISIS resurgence.

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 8d

#MLMAlUla: What will be discussed?

1⃣ The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza
2⃣ The fragile situation in Syria
3⃣ Challenges in Lebanon
4⃣ Ways of cross-continent cooperation in energy, climate & technology

Our debates over the next days aim to build trust & foster dialogue.

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Hana Jalloul Muro @hjalloul.bsky.social · 9d

Starting the @munsecconf.bsky.social Leaders Meeting in Al-Ula.

First panel: "Navigating Middle Ground: The Middle East in a Multipolar World." A crucial discussion on building alliances for global stability.

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 8d

Today's #MLMAlUla opening session brought together leaders from Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and France. The panel discussion focused on Trump’s peace plan and further opportunities for lasting regional stabilization.

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 9d

“With the US proposal on Gaza, there’s a glimmer of hope for a diplomatic solution. Many challenges remain, and hard diplomatic work will be required from all parties involved to build on this momentum. We hope that with #MLMAlUla we can contribute to this effort.” — Wolfgang Ischinger

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 9d

„Der Teufel steckt im Detail – in der Umsetzung – da kann man eigentlich nur beten, dass das klappt.“

Bei der @welt diskutiert MSC Stiftungsratspräsident Ischinger Trumps Friedensplan für Gaza. Ab morgen wird dieser auch beim #MLMAlUla Thema sein.

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Netanjahu-Besuch bei Trump: „Diese Teile aus dem 21-Punkte-Plan sind natürlich fromme Wünsche“ - Video - WELT

Wolfgang Ischinger, Präsident des Stiftungsrats der Münchner Sicherheitskonferenz, wünscht Trumps 21-Punkte-Friedensplan für Gaza „im Interesse der Region wirklich nur größten Erfolg“. Allerdings, so ...

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 9d

„Das #MLMAlUla ist in den nächsten Tagen eine Art Nahost-Gipfel.“

Vor seiner Reise nach Saudi-Arabien erklärt Ischinger im WDR,
wie die Golfstaaten Trumps Friedensplan zum Durchbruch verhelfen könnten. Auch beim Wiederaufbau Gazas soll sich die Region einbringen: www1.wdr.de/mediathek/au...

Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 13d

To foster dialogue on today's global challenges, the MSC convenes debates in regions of strategic importance. Next week, we'll gather decision-makers and experts at #MLMAlUla 🇸🇦 to discuss regional dynamics, global conflicts, and shared challenges.

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 14d

What does it take for 🇩🇪 to pass the leadership test on Ukraine?

According to Nicole Koenig and Leonard Schütte, Germany must evolve from being a capable coordinator to a true driver of support.

Read what this means in practice in our Munich Security Analysis: securityconference.org/en/publicati...

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 16d

Our first-ever WPP Annual Meeting brought together parliamentarians from all cohorts of the program for a total of 16 conversations with experts. The format fostered exchange on foreign & security policy — with ideas to take back home. We look forward to what's next. #WPPinNYC

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 16d

1️⃣ Supporting Ukraine
2️⃣ Driving defense industrial cooperation
3️⃣ Helping fund Europe’s rearmament

Read the full analysis 👇
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Don’t Dodge Dilemmas: Three Tests for German Leadership in European Defense

The Merz government has claimed the mantle of Europe’s defense leader. But leadership requires more than additional national defense spending.

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 16d

The Merz government has claimed the mantle of #Europe’s defense leader. But leadership requires more than higher #defense spending.

Our new analysis outlines 3 key tests #Germany must face to truly lead ⬇️

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 20d

How can the 80th #UNGA's theme of "Better Together" be put into practice when the global trend seems to be "better alone"?

Together with the President of the UN General Assembly, Annalena Baerbock, the WPP members explored how to make multilateral organizations fit for purpose. #WPPinNYC

Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 21d

👋 Hello from the Big 🍎!

Our Women Parliamentarians Program kicks off their Annual Meeting with four high-level discussions at the #UN on the role of the 80th General Assembly, the use of sexual violence as a weapon, and the future of peace operations & disarmament. #WPPinNYC

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Munich Security Conference @munsecconf.bsky.social · 22d

Despite some advancement, women still remain significantly underrepresented in politics. To strengthen women's voices in security policy discussions, we launched the Women Parliamentarians Program. This week, 3 years on, we are hosting the first-ever WPP Annual Meeting. #WPPinNYC

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