The age of unipolar diplomacy is coming to an end

Al JazeeraEN 5 min read 100% complete by Jonathan WhittallDecember 4, 2025 at 12:10 PM

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long article 5 min

The article argues that the Gaza conflict has exposed the limitations of US-led unipolar diplomacy and opened opportunities for new global actors. It states that the US's selective application of a "rules-based order" and its absence from the G20 in South Africa signal a decline in its authority. The article highlights the Doha Forum's focus on justice and the failure to prevent genocide in Gaza, where a US-brokered ceasefire has not brought lasting peace or Palestinian inclusion in discussions about their future. It suggests that the traditional "master-key model" of diplomacy, where the US leverages its power to resolve conflicts, is becoming less effective, particularly given the extensive destruction in Gaza before US intervention. The article implies a shift towards a more multipolar diplomatic landscape.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Ronald Lamola 40% South Africa ×250% United States ×360% International Court of Justice (ICJ) ×270% Gaza Strip ×480%

Keywords

unipolar diplomacy 100% gaza 90% us power 80% international court of justice 70% master-key model 70% rules-based order 70% ceasefire 60% hypocrisy 60% humanitarian aid 50% political resolution 50%