Israelis and Palestinians: Taking Peace into their Own Hands
Numerous peace attempts between the lands of Israel and Palestine have failed, but one group decided to try something new for negotiations...
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This Group is Encouraging Muslims and Christians to Find Peace
In recent years, these Christian and Muslim communities have endured sparking tensions – but one group is helping them to understand each other instead.
Bosnia's Progress a Tribute to Holbrooke
Richard Holbrooke believed in Bosnia. As we mourned his passing, we also mark the 15th anniversary of the signing of the Dayton Peace Accords, the agreement that culminated his efforts in the Balkans, Denis Prcic, the president of the American University in Bosnia, wrote yesterday in CNN International.
Baghdad Residents Fly Hundreds of Kites to Counter City's Image
When Baghdad was called one of the worst capital cities to live in, its citizens had a beautifully colorful response.
Israeli and Palestinian Farmers Find Peace Through Olive Oil
While there is still harsh conflict in the Middle East, these farmers have found a peaceful middle ground through olive oil.
All-Party Peace Talks on Northern Ireland
After nearly 30 years of violence between Protestants and Catholics, a July cease-fire remains in place and Britain's new leader Tony Blair has coaxed historic enemies to sit down at the negotiating table.
Indian Boxer Gives Champion Belt to Chinese Opponent as "Message of Peace" for Two Nations
Following territorial disputes, this Indian boxer decided to ease tensions by giving the belt that he had just won back to his Chinese opponent.
Muslims Take Out Full-Page Newspaper Ad to Denounce Anti-Semitism Against "Our Jewish Sisters and Brothers"
The ad, published in the Telegraph on Thursday, was a stirring follow-up to British Jews denouncing Islamophobia last week.
Portals That Connect People From Different Countries Are Helping to 'Start World Peace'
There are over 30 of these portals all over the world, and they are already being hailed as a means of "changing lives" and "starting world peace."
After Man Plays His Cello at Bomb Site, He Spurs Citywide Movement to Combat Violence With Music
One day after several car bombs were detonated in his city, a cellist took to the streets to combat violence with music – and according to him, it's working.
UPDATE: North and South Korea Commit to Denuclearization, End of War, and Unity
The historic day was resplendent with symbolism representing their pledge for denuclearization, possible reunification, and the end of the 68-year war.
North and South Korea Reportedly Prepare to Officially End Their 68-Year War
The official end of the war and military conflict between the two nations would also spell the end of the heavily-armed DMZ that separates Seoul and Pyeongchang.
Easter Peace Accord Signed in Northern Ireland!
The two-year-old peace talks in Northern Ireland finally produced a settlement this afternoon after an imposed deadline forced a 32-hour marathon debate among the parties. Weary, but determined delegates from 2 countries and 8 different political factions signed off on the agreement which would, if ratified, establish self-rule for Northern Ireland, which has been under direct British control for 26 years. It would also create historic cooperation with the independent Republic of Ireland to the south.
A Year After Their Fight Went Viral, Two Teens Are Still Learning From the Man Who Stepped in
It's been one year since a determined man broke up a fight between Sheldon Ward and Jamar Mobley – and the community has completely changed as a result of his inspiration.
This Orchestra Has Been Uniting North and South Korea for the Last Nine Years
The orchestra recently played a concert in the Demilitarized Zone so that people on both sides of the border could hear their music.
3,000 Jews and Muslims Sign Up to Learn a Song Together-the Result is Perfect Harmony
Nothing inspires hope for the future more than 3,000 strangers from different religions singing a song together as one.
Can Online Bots Build Peace?
This organization is using online bots to engage people in the kind of civil dialogue that they may not be able to find elsewhere on social media.
Vietnam War Vets Unite to Build Club of Friendship With Their Former Foes
These Australian and Vietnamese veterans don't have any animosity towards each other after the war – in fact, they've become best buddies instead.
North and South Korea are Going to March Under Single Unified Flag at the Olympics
While this will be the tenth time that North and South Korea have marched under one flag, the event marks another significant development for the Olympic Games.
South and North Korea Meet For Peace Talks, Already Lifting Travel Bans
North Korea has joined talks that could lead to peaceful relations between the two familial foes.
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