The ongoing dialogue between the West and East is facing unprecedented challenges, with Russia causing disruptions within the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock criticized Russia’s behavior at an OSCE meeting in Malta, where a new Secretary-General was appointed. However, financial disagreements persist, especially with Azerbaijan blocking budget resolutions. The future leadership of the OSCE remains uncertain, with Switzerland potentially stepping in to chair the organization amidst these tensions.