Text is also in Chinese for our partner city Chengdu.

https://www.linz.at/medienservice/2026/202607_136202.php

War have often seen the brothers and sisters in the same household quarrelling with each other. Thus, through hatred nations who live under the shelter of the same sky too, clash.

Something the objective of excelling one another makes persons and nation insane. this makes them neglect their human qualities and moral values. Their friendly attitude vanishes and they become enemies.

Enemies do not beget friends. They beget other enemies. This makes the hatred within them grow even more rapidly. Hatred burns a man's soul and makes him inhuman. Such a man finds no alternative ahead of him other than war.

War means destruction. The one who wages war upon another makes way to the destruction not of his opponent but also of himself.

If war means such destruction what the purpose of getting involved in such a disastrous activity? This is a question that every human being should reflect in his own soul.

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As we celebrate our nation’s independence, it’s impossible not to think about all that’s happening around the world—political unrest in Venezuela, the Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa, and the ongoing wars involving Ukraine, Israel, and Iran. So many families are living through fear, uncertainty, and loss.
Today is a reminder not to take peace, freedom, and the people we love for granted. May we be thankful for the blessings we have, pray for those who are suffering, and never lose hope that compassion and wisdom can prevail over hatred and conflict.
Wishing everyone a safe, peaceful, and meaningful Independence Day. May we celebrate not only our freedom, but also our shared humanity. ♥️🇺🇸

"And the servants of the Most Merciful are those who walk upon the earth in humility, and when the ignorant address them, they say words of peace." - Quran 25:63

“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” - Proverbs 15:1

“Hatred is never appeased by hatred in this world. By non-hatred alone is hatred appeased.” - Dhammapada 5

“Those devotees…are free from malice toward all living beings…friendly, compassionate…free from egotism…and ever-forgiving.” - Bhagavad Gita 12:13

“Humility is the word, forgiveness is the virtue, and sweet speech is the magic mantra.” - Guru Granth Sahib, Ang 1384

“The highest goodness is like water.
Water benefits all things but does not contend.
It stays in places which others despise.
Therefore it is near the Tao.” -Tao Te Ching, Chapter 8

Historically it feels like the story of humans could be boiled down to a species that has gotten better at throwing stuff at each other. 5000 years ago it was rocks, today it is drones.

I find it deeply frustrating that we as a species have this manic obsession of reductionism. Activists are mostly interested in ending a specific conflict or war. And that is fine! It is important to help and to end conflicts and wars. However, this approach has been used for 5000 years now and it is simply not enough. Look at the state of the world in 2026, we have drastic anti human and anti intellectual movements worldwide. Not only are wars not being prevented, there are movements where they are being absolutely encouraged.

Anyone else feel frustrated that we absolutely know that even if we end one or a couple of conflicts and wars that we will absolutely just have to wait for the next one?

Again, I am not against activism and against peace or against ending wars or conflicts, I am for ending them for good!

If you thought that was the end, wait for the next part. Whenever such views are presented, people automatically believe that I am some kind of Bond villain. As if having the desire for world peace is some kind of automatic induction to be a villain!!! I have always found that frustrating but also a bit funny.

Also the other typical reaction is absolutely defensive with the typical "if you are so smatt then tell us what to do" trope. Like the life of Brian scene where Brian asks everyone to be individuals desperately seeking to be shown what to do. I also do not know, but I can tell you this, not addressing the core problems that lead to war but instead continously focusing on each war and conflict at a time will for sure not be the solution.

I’m a 14 F,and seeing the things that are going today and the past years, this world has absolutely been destroyed by the same people that live in it, we need to step up for each other and stop spreading hate to those who have different views and opinions and beliefs just because they don’t believe, look, or think the same it does not mean that we should hate them for it. things like this happen every day. WE HAVE VOICES SO WE SHOULD USE THEM!!!! Use them to help and protect the women in Afghanistan, Kabul, the immigrants being treated so poorly in the U.S. , the women, men and children being k*lled in Palestine, those who “create” and “form” our countries are mostly the ones who are hurting us the most, we need to realize what is happening and fight for each other Wake uppp none of this is right!!

let’s be honest, if we were from nearby countries and we were in a country that doesn’t really understand us and we met, wouldn’t we both feel a sense of familiarity and the feeling that we understand each other?

this mostly happens to people from nearby countries like for example algeria and morocco or saudi arabia and iran, like when we are in the countries we are from, we are like oh, we hate persians or we hate saudis, and then when we meet in foreign countries we feel blessed that someone understands us and we feel safe

we are at times where peace is necessary and needed instead of all fighting each other over disagreements

why the hate to begin with? i know there are wars and there are disagreements but we are all humans with a heart and empathy, we all make mistakes sometimes and yes we should take accountability for that but that doesn’t mean we should hate each other

we should love each other for that i love everyone and i hope everyone loves each other too💕

Why do wars exist, why force innocent people into a war caused by a leader or the leaders, why can't the leaders fight each other in a boxing ring instead of using nukes, and harming the innocent, like, what's the point of war,

With all that is happening in the world, and the disarray, is world peace even possible? Israel and the middle east? The US at odds with the world? With hatred and xenophobia rampant? Share your thoughts. Serious conversations only. Hate filled, hurtful comments not welcomed.

A message from my wife, please support by spreading the message, if you agree...

To my fellow humans,

I have been watching with horror and grief as countries turn on each other, and thousands of human lives are destroyed every day.

I have been feeling helpless and sad, and asking myself whether I could in any way alleviate the situation.

Coincidentally, I have been reading about a collective consciousness which could, perhaps be used to achieve a desired result.

My thoughts have fructified into the following action.

Every night, at 10.30 pm, for 15 minutes I will meditate on peace for this world.

I will use affirmations like "everything is calm", " the world is at peace". I believe that if enough individuals do this, we can actually see the results we want. I intend doing this for a period of 6 months, till the end of 2026.

Some of you might find it ridiculous, but I know that it will strike a chord in others, who will join me in this focused plea for peace in the world.

Thank you for reading. Please do participate. I will be grateful. Also, please forward this message to a many people as you can. Faith can create miracles

Love and peace to you all.

Either by practice or by academia, I'd love to network!

Watch the Video. I don’t know how to describe this. I always was optimistic about humanity, yet nothing fully made that "light" brighter than his speech. There is no competition. It’s all one.

What he is trying to say isn’t that the world should be one, not that we should combine all of our nations and cultures into one united Humanity; as this would be unfortunate for our diversity, having separate cultures, religions, and countries makes the world beautiful.

What Xi is saying is that when viewing major issues such as world economics, weapons, AI, and technologies, we must see them as a united Humanity, as if not, these issues will likely destroy our species as a whole. Unlike ever before, we now live in a world where we as humans have the power to destroy the entire world, and with this power in our hands, we must cease to make decisions based on our own selfish needs, or simply the needs our our people, religion or country, because the whole of Humanity is at risk now.

We must make decisions based on the objective survival of all Humanity, in spirit, and in soul. It is a common misconception that we must fully unite our species, when the world’s diversity is what makes it so beautiful.

I really start to like Xi jinping. China is a beautiful country, with all its history and differences.

Glory to humanity.

As violence escalates and innocent civilians suffer, leaders like Donald Trump and Iran’s Supreme Leader hold immense influence over decisions that shape millions of lives. When powerful figures choose confrontation over dialogue, it is ordinary families who endure the consequences. The world cannot stay silent while children grow up in fear and communities are torn apart. Leadership should mean protecting human life, not risking it. People everywhere deserve accountability, restraint, and a commitment to peace above pride or politics. cmon guys we are the new generation these people should not have any control over us people are dying because of them

#stopwar

Spreading the word.

I recently started a project where I want to create a very large painting made from children’s drawings about peace. The idea is simple: kids from different countries draw what a world without war looks like to them, and I combine all these drawings into one artwork. I don’t know yet how big it will become, but I want to try to make it as large and as global as possible. So far I’ve just started and already received a few drawings, which honestly surprised me. I think what interests me most is how differently children imagine peace depending on where they live. If anyone here has kids, students, or just thoughts about this idea -I’d really like to hear your perspective.

Do you think this idea makes sense or is it too ambitious?

I participated in the two "Great Synchronization" meditations today. I'm curious to know if anyone has any interesting experiences to report.

I know it will take a *lot* more than actions like this to bring about any meaningful change in the world, but I nonetheless take some comfort in knowing that a large number of people around the world can come together in a joint activity like this on fairly short notice.

Your thoughts?