The age of unipolar diplomacy is coming to an end

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.

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