WorldJune 30, 2026
mediation
/ˌmiːdiˈeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of intervening between disputing parties to help them reach an agreement or resolve a conflict.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'mediare', meaning 'to be in the middle.' It entered Middle English through the Old French 'mediation' as a way to describe the role of a go-between in negotiations.
In the news
Although the text focuses on broader diplomacy and conflict resolution, mediation is the core practice by which international actors navigate disputes to achieve peace treaties and cooperative solutions.
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