Diplomacy in our changing world

Our daily selection of the global stories that really matter. Discover the news beyond the headlines with Curio. Every morning, host Manish Verma selects analytical and thought-provoking articles from the world’s leading publications, leaving you better informed and ready for your day. In today's episode... Following diplomatic failures in Europe and rising concerns about China, The Guardian explores the lessons we can learn from today's geopolitical crises for a brighter future. Then, although pacifism has played a significant role in post-World War Germany, is it time to rethink this strategy? Foreign Policy argues that Russia's invasion of Ukraine has forced Germany to confront their contradictions and put down the pen in favour of the sword.