Letter from World Constitution Coordinating Committee to Helen, enclosing current materials". Helen Keller Archive. American Foundation for the Blind . Retrieved 3 July 2023– via afb.org. Traditionally, Hinduism has adopted an ancient Sanskrit phrase Vasudhaiva kutumbakam, [36] which translates as "The world is one family". The essence of this concept is the observation that only base minds see dichotomies and divisions. The more we seek wisdom, the more we become inclusive and free our internal spirit from worldly illusions or Maya. World peace is hence only achieved through internal means—by liberating ourselves from artificial boundaries that separate us all. As with all Dharmic Religions, (Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, and Sikhism), ahimsa (avoidance of violence) is a central concept. Vladimir Medinsky, Russia's chief negotiator, told state TV: "Ukraine is offering an Austrian or Swedish version of a neutral demilitarised state, but at the same time a state with its own army and navy."

If you are depressed you are living in the past if you are anxious you are living in the future, if you are at peace, you are living in the present.” — Lao Tzu Europe's biggest invasion since World War Two has ravaged Ukrainian cities and sent more than 3 million refugees fleeing to neighbouring countries. Owsiak, Andrew P. (2019). "Foundations for integrating the democratic and territorial peace arguments". Conflict Management and Peace Science. 36 (1): 63–87. doi: 10.1177/0738894216650635. ISSN 0738-8942. S2CID 156163897.Zelenskiy also called the Russian bombardment and siege of the port city of Mariupol, where local officials have said at least 5,000 people have died, a “crime against humanity … happening in front of the eyes of the whole planet, in real time”. Mr Zelensky said"Ukraine cannot fulfil Russian ultimatums," a day after Moscow told authorities in the strategic port city of Mariupol that they must surrender or face a military tribunal. The aftermath of the strike on the regional government building in Mykolaiv. Photograph: Mykolaiv Regional State Administration/Reuters

Jeton Neziraj: ‘We in Kosovo live in an interim state, which is not war but neither a fully fledged peace Photograph: Slavica Ziener As we strive to heal from the COVID-19 pandemic and reimagine a better future for people and planet, this year’s theme is “Recovering better for an equitable and sustainable world.” As the cast celebrated their first night with shots of raki in the theatre bar, the Ukrainian actor Pastukh reflected on the situation in his home country. “This play made me realise that every war must have a finale, but I don’t know how this would work in Ukraine,” he said. “Serbia got off lightly, and as a result some of the same problems are now rearing their heads. After our war, will we have another Kosovo, or a Nuremberg?” But a Russian source briefed on the talks said the proposed settlement, if agreed, could give both sides a credible way to declare victory in the war.Imagine all the people living life in peace. You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you’ll join us, and the world will live as one. John Lennon When you talk about certain changes, potentially historic changes... it will go to a referendum," the Ukrainian president said in an interview with European broadcasters, without specifying how such a vote would be held. "Our people will have a say and give an answer to formats of compromises."