How to reach Peace

Step 1: Stop Shooting. Ceasefire.

Step 2: Start talking. Peace conference on neutral ground.

Step 3: Distance. Gradual, transparent, negotiated withdrawal from contact line.

Step 4: Increase trust between parties. Small steps to show good will.

Step 5: Stand down forces. Lower alert levels simultaneously.

Step 6: Negotiate conditions for lasting peace.

Key ingredients to build trust: transparency, distance (DMZs), witnesses, third party security guarantees, observers, joint patrols, mutual access, constant communication...