Is it really smart to declare we will never talk to leaders of countries with whom we disagree? Is it really in our long-term national interest to shut ourselves off from one of the most important and powerful states in the Middle East (Iran) or from one of our major suppliers of oil (Venezuela)? Former Undersecretary of State Nicholas Burns urges a change in U.S. foreign policy, promoting diplomacy and multilateral meetings.
Football Defeats Politics At First Palestinian Home Game
The Faisal al-Husseini stadium held the first-ever Palestinian home game near Jerusalem. Although the match was a draw for the teams, it was a victory for the audience. It symbolized hope and pride within the Israeli-occupied West Bank, where Palestinians have never before been able to host a game.
Pakistani, Afghan Elders To Meet To Ponder Violence
Pakistani and Afghan political and ethnic Pashtun tribal leaders meet in Islamabad on Monday to try to agree on ways to tackle rising militant violence including the possibility of opening talks with the Taliban.
Islamic Students Body On A Mission For Peace
The Students Islamic Organization (SIO) in India uses dialogue and education to prepare students, Muslims and non-Muslims, to help build a peaceful India on the basis of Islamic principles. At a convention to celebrate 25 years of the organization last year, SIO members spoke on the threats Islam faced: extremism and misinterpretations of Quran. They also found compelling themes to address in the future: education and dialogue.
Local Communities Push For Peace Zones In The Face Of War
Efforts by communities and individuals to build their own peace are becoming increasingly important as the Philippine army and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) are back fighting again two months after a scheduled peace agreement collapsed.
