parley

Definition

A serious talk between opposing sides, especially when peace is at stake.

A parley is a conversation held by people or groups in conflict, usually to negotiate, exchange terms, or find a way forward. It carries the gravity of danger but also the possibility that dialogue can interrupt destruction.

In Context

“As tankers burned near Hormuz, the world held its breath for a parley—proof that even in the shadow of war, words can still search for a door.”