Respect for human rights is best weapon against terrorism
As long as social and economic problems remain unresolved, and youth unemployment remains high, measures solely based on security are doomed to fail.
Peace finally possible in Colombia, justice less certain
An agreement to end five decades of armed conflict between the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia and the government of that country now seems inevitable.
Israel and Palestine: Occupation, the peace movement, and the international left
The following is the text of a talk at the meeting of the Federal Committee of Die Linke, the left party of Germany.
FARC and Colombian government near successful conclusion of peace talks
There are now "agreements" on agrarian rights, illegal drugs, political participation, and victims.
Today in history: How will you celebrate Zamenhof (aka Esperanto) Day?
Esperanto Day is celebrated each year on December 15, the birthday of Ludwik Lejzer Zamenhof, creator of the most successful constructed language in the world.
Today in history: Fellowship of Reconciliation, 100 years persevering for peace
A number of events taking place in and near NYC celebrate the centennial of an organization some call "the conscience of the peace movement."
Land and political prisoners: unfinished business for Colombian peace talks
Obstacles loom and agreements so far are partial ones.
Today in history: It’s World Peace Day!
In 2015 the theme is "Partnerships for Peace - Dignity for All."
Communist Party of South Sudan calls for negotiations to end civil war
The Communist Party of South Sudan is calling for inclusive negotiations which bring together all parties, factions, and groups affected by this war.
Today in history: Russell-Einstein manifesto for peace
The manifesto urged nations to find peaceful ways to settle differences and to renounce the use of nuclear weapons, which only promised "universal death."
