Pacifism under pressure: a struggle for ideal and unresolved questions!

Pacifism under pressure: a struggle for ideal and unresolved questions!

The Russian war in Ukraine presents Pacific: Inside, challenges. In view of the ongoing conflicts, arms deliveries and increased upgrade appear inevitable, which leads to deep tornness within the peace movement. This reports the taz , which illuminates the different perspectives within pacifism. Pacifism is not homogeneous; Its origins vary greatly between the United States, where he emerged from religious currents, and Europe, where he initially oriented himself as a bourgeois project that was strongly based on international law.

In Europe, the idea of ​​peaceful coexistence after the Second World War shapes public perception. Examples like Willy Brandt's Eastern Policy illustrate how diplomatic approaches and the will can promote peace for negotiations. Nevertheless, current questions about the attitude of the social left towards the Russian state and its war crimes.

conflicts within the pacifist movements

The discussion about the role of the federal government remains latent in view of the arms deliveries to support Ukraine as part of the pacifist ideal. The event on May 16, 2025 in the old fire station will devote themselves to these questions. A panel discussion will take place from 7 p.m.

Access to the event is free, but a space reservation is required. Paul Schäfer, a former member of the Bundestag for the left and a committed representative of the peace movement, will be part of the discourse. Pascal Beucker, editor of the taz and author of the book "Pacific - a wrong way?", Will also contribute to the critical discussions. If you have any questions, interested parties can send an email to Seitenwende@taz.de.

literary perspectives and critical voices

In connection with the current debate about peace and war, various publications discuss alternative narratives and perspectives. Benjamin Fercz's article with the title "Always say your truth" addresses the role of China as the possible main enemy of the West and refers to numerous literary works that deal with violence, peace and geopolitical tensions.

These works are part of a wider treasure chest that deals critically with topics of security policy and civil resistance. These include:

• Mü.5075: intimidating useless
• Gr.5070: Self -destruction or common security? - Our decade of the extreme
• Mü.5062: Oskar Lafontaine: Ami, it's time to go! Plea for the self -assertion of Europe

The spectrum ranges from historical perspectives to current crises. These discussions are of great importance for the future of peace and the defense of pacifist ideals.