The article from Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research reflects on the horrors of war exhibited at the Museum of the War of Chinese People’s Resistance against Japanese Aggression in Beijing. Highlighting the immense suffering during the Chinese-Japanese conflict from 1937 to 1945, it notes the staggering death toll of at least twenty million Chinese civilians and soldiers, as well as widespread destruction and displacement.
As the eightieth anniversary of the end of this war against fascism and militarism approaches, the No Cold War collective has launched the Santiago Appeal, advocating for peace and condemning the ongoing cycle of violence fueled by imperialism and greed. They emphasize the need for action, disarmament, and a harmonious coexistence with nature.
The article also touches on recent diplomatic talks between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy in peacemaking amid global violence. It underscores the despair faced in regions like Gaza and Sudan, echoing sentiments of past atrocities while calling for collective action against the relentless threat of war. The message encapsulates a plea for a future grounded in peace, justice, and shared prosperity.
