India's Statement on Israel-Hamas conflict (narendra modi )

India reiterates call for ‘sovereign, independent, viable state of Palestine’

India’s “longstanding and consistent” policy on the Palestinian state remains unchanged, says MEA spokesperson; 

“Our policy in this regard has been long-standing and consistent. India has always advocated the resumption of direct negotiations towards establishing a sovereign, independent, and viable State of Palestine living within secure and recognized borders, side by side at peace with Israel," 

 

Sketches of Struggle: Illustrating the Realities of War

 Sketches of Struggle:  Illustrating the Realities of War   -   War is a complex and multifaceted human phenomenon that has been a part of our history for millennia. While its most immediate and visible manifestations involve armed conflict, violence, and destruction, war also carries deeper and more profound meanings that extend into various aspects of human existence:

Conflict Resolution: War can be seen as an extreme form of conflict resolution. When diplomatic, political, and peaceful means of resolving disputes fail, nations may resort to war to assert their interests or protect their values. In this context, war highlights the inadequacies of other conflict resolution methods and the need for better diplomacy and communication.  - ???? - Watch the video

Waking up from a never-ending nightmare (war cartoons)

 Waking up from a never-ending nightmare (war cartoons)

Terrorism and war are both expressions of conflict, but they differ in scale and method. Terrorism represents asymmetrical warfare, a means for non-state actors to achieve political or ideological goals through fear, targeting civilians. War, on the other hand, involves organized, large-scale conflict between states or factions. Both share a common thread of suffering and devastation. Terrorism exemplifies the power of a few to disrupt the many, while war magnifies the consequences of international disputes. In understanding them, we grapple with the human capacity for violence and the necessity of diplomacy, highlighting the urgency of peace-building, justice, and addressing root causes.

Power and Politics: War often reveals the dynamics of power and politics on both national and international levels. It can be a means for states to establish dominance, protect their sovereignty, or pursue expansionist agendas. This exposes the complexities of geopolitics and the consequences of power imbalances.