The world lives more in hope than expectation of a time without war
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As today's conflicts continue to take a terrible toll, causing death, displacement and destruction, it is important to reflect on the horror of war and to renew a commitment to peace.
Last week's Victory in Europe Day celebrated the defeat of the genocidal Nazi regime by Allied forces in Europe between 1939 and May 1945.
In Asia and the Pacific, of course, the conflict began earlier and ended later. Events marking the victory over Japan are, therefore, still to come.
Here in the UK, VE celebrations were numerous and widespread, lasting four days.
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They began with a military parade in central London. The presence of 11 Ukrainian soldiers provided a timely reminder that the world has not vanquished war.
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