{"id":100638,"date":"2026-10-19T08:59:43","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T08:59:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tv.guardian.ng\/?p=100638"},"modified":"2026-10-21T10:07:22","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T10:07:22","slug":"why-wars-must-end-globally","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guardian.ng\/tv\/why-wars-must-end-globally\/","title":{"rendered":"Why wars must end globally"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"dailymotion-player\"><script src=\"https:\/\/geo.dailymotion.com\/player\/x1ee8e.js\" data-video=\"xab3zv0\"><\/script><\/div><br><br><p>\nIn May, we remember the immense cost of World War II, a conflict that claimed tens of millions of lives. As we look back at the devastating impact on individuals and global development, it&#8217;s a crucial moment to reflect.<\/p>\n<p>With ongoing armed conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East, and parts of Africa, the lessons of history are more relevant than ever. Understanding the sacrifices made and the suffering endured is vital to preventing future tragedies.<\/p>\n<p>This is a call to action for peace, urging us to learn from the past and commit to a future free from the ravages of war. Let&#8217;s choose reconciliation and ensure such devastation never happens again.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In May, we remember the immense cost of World War II, a conflict that claimed tens of millions of lives. As we look back at the devastating impact on individuals and global development, it&#8217;s a crucial moment to reflect. 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