Poverty and war

War is always good business, even if only for a tiny fraction of humanity. Arms sales promise huge profits, far more than if the adversaries were to strive for genuine peace through diplomatic means and, if necessary, be willing to compromise. Collateral damage such as war deaths and war violence, poisoned soil, poisoned water, and polluted air are gladly accepted for substantial financial gain and positions of power. The resulting hunger, thirst, and disease prepare fertile ground for endless poverty. Not for industry, of course, and especially not for the arms industry, which profits handsomely from it. But for the people and animals who must survive there. Every political party, every media outlet, and religious community that supports this war business in any way and does not consciously strive for a settlement and peace, or that simply remains silent about it, is complicit in this deliberate poverty. Every citizen of a war-supporting country who lounges comfortably on their sofa with a beer or at their local bar and believes these terrible machinations to be justified is complicit in the poverty of those affected by war-related poverty. But let's be honest: Peace doesn't begin externally. Peace begins first and foremost within ourselves. In our own hearts. Only when we recognize this and are willing to create peace and forgiveness within ourselves, our families, our neighbors, etc., can we convincingly convey this to the outside world. If we are not willing to do this, however, war will continue to prevail externally, with the profit it brings for a few and the unbelievable misery and abject poverty it brings for many. - To all affected parties, media, churches, and other religious communities: are you really so indifferent to all this – the main thing is that the coffers are right and that you've been vindicated on all levels? Please also visit our website. www.arul-trust.com