High-Level Dialogue · Washington D.C.

The Return to the Message of Peace
in the Middle East

A solutions-oriented round table examining durable peace, reconstruction, and the restoration of a culture of coexistence.

May 20, 2026 5:30 PM EST
Room H-137 Capitol Building, Washington D.C.
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Our Compass: Mission & Vision

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The Global Forum serves as a non-profit, non-partisan platform dedicated to advancing international dialogue, forging actionable frameworks for peace, and reinforcing constructive diplomacy — with a special focus on restoring stability and coexistence in regions of turmoil.

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A world where dialogue overcomes division, shared prosperity transcends geopolitical tensions, and durable peace is sustained through mutual understanding, cross-cultural cooperation, and principled leadership.

menu_book Our Core Principles

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Peace

Championing non-violent conflict resolution, de-escalation, and steadfast commitment to dialogue as the only sustainable path to global stability.

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Coexistence

Fostering mutual respect across cultural, religious and political divides to build inclusive societies where diversity thrives.

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Dialogue

Creating safe, structured spaces for candid exchange, bridging differences and translating conversation into actionable diplomacy.

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Shared Prosperity

Aligning economic cooperation, reconstruction, and development with peacebuilding to ensure lasting benefits for all communities.

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Round Table: “The Return to the Message of Peace in the Middle East”

Date: Wednesday, 20 May 2026  |  Time: 5:30 PM (EST)  |  Venue: Room H-137, Capitol Building, Washington D.C.

overview Event Overview

The Global Forum will convene a high-level roundtable discussion titled "The Return to the Message of Peace in the Middle East," bringing together a select group of policymakers, diplomats, subject-matter experts, and key stakeholders engaged in regional stability and international cooperation.

The discussion is designed to facilitate substantive and forward-looking dialogue on pathways toward sustainable peace, with particular attention to post-conflict recovery, long-term development, and regional cooperation. It will provide a structured platform for the exchange of expertise, informed perspectives, and practical approaches to advancing peacebuilding efforts.

In this context, the roundtable will also underscore the true essence of the message of peace as articulated in the Holy Quran, while addressing misinterpretations that have contributed to division and violence. It will highlight the importance of promoting accurate understanding, fostering mutual respect, and reinforcing the values of tolerance, coexistence, and the rejection of injustice and conflict.

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Objectives

  • Examine pathways toward sustainable and just peace
  • Promote constructive dialogue among stakeholders
  • Generate policy-relevant insights for stability
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Key Questions

  • Frameworks for durable and just peace?
  • Post-conflict recovery & long-term stability?
  • Restoring a culture of coexistence?
  • Role of regional/international actors?
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Participants

  • Policymakers
  • Diplomats
  • Subject-matter experts
  • Peacebuilding stakeholders
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Outcomes

  • Strengthened stakeholder dialogue
  • Practical post-conflict approaches
  • Enhanced regional collaboration
  • Policy insights for peacebuilding

schedule Program

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5:30 – 6:00 PM
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Arrival & Registration
6:00 – 6:15 PM
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Opening Remarks
6:15 – 6:45 PM
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Keynote Perspectives
6:45 – 8:45 PM
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Roundtable Discussion
8:45 – 9:45 PM
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Interactive Dialogue
9:45 – 10:15 PM
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Closing Remarks
10:15 – 10:30 PM
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Networking & Departure
Speaking format: 6–8 min opening + moderated dialogue.

record_voice_over Featured Speakers

Amb. Lina Khoury

Former UN Envoy

Dr. Samir Hakim

Peacebuilding Scholar

Hon. Michael Turner

Former Congressman

Dr. Yasmina Al-Mansour

Middle East Analyst

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Board of Advisers

Eminent leaders guiding the Forum’s strategic mission.

Nick Rahal

Former Member of Congress, WV

Joe Barton

Former Member of Congress, TX

Bill Aossey

President, Ag Export Co., Iowa

Dr. Edmond Ghareeb

Scholar & Professor of Intl Affairs

Dr. Hamdi Saleh

Former Ambassador of Egypt

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The
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Of Peace

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An initiative led by
Mr. Ali Al Shourfa,
in collaboration with a wide group of Arab and Islamic public figures

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The Message of Peace is a focused initiative aimed at reaffirming the authentic principles of peace, justice, and coexistence as articulated in the Holy Quran.
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At its core, the initiative seeks to address and correct misinterpretations that have contributed to division, conflict, and misunderstanding. It emphasizes the true message of peace as a call to harmony, mutual respect, and the rejection of injustice and violence.
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By fostering dialogue between the Islamic world and the West, the initiative promotes a renewed framework of understanding grounded in shared human values. It encourages intellectual engagement, thoughtful discourse, and collaborative efforts to advance peace and stability.
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Through this work, the initiative aspires to contribute meaningfully to a more balanced global narrative—one that reflects the true essence of peace and supports coexistence across cultures and societies.
Mr. Ali Al Shourfa
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And if they incline to peace, then incline to it [also] and rely upon Allah.

HOLY QURAN (8:61)

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Secure your participation

Attendance by invitation only. Express your interest to join this high-level dialogue.

Speaker & media: info@globalforumpeace.org