WORLD ON EDGE AS DIPLOMACY FALTERS

Diplomatic efforts to resolve/de-escalate/mediate the ongoing conflict/dispute/crisis have reached a critical/stalemated/unproductive point, leading to heightened anxiety/tension/fear across the globe. Tensions/Friction/Strains are rising/mounting/escalating as both sides remain adamant/uncompromising/stubborn in their positions/demands/stance. A b