When negotiators have tried all other options and are not making progress,when mistrust and suspicion are high,or when the parties cannot take actions toward defusing conflict without those actions being misinterpreted and mistrusted by others,____________ involvement may become necessary.

Mistrust

Lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.

Conflict Defusing

Strategies or actions taken to reduce tensions, misunderstandings, or hostilities in a situation to prevent escalation.

Third-Party Involvement

The involvement of an external party in negotiations or conflict resolution who is not directly involved in the dispute.