As a peace organisation, ICYE believes that violence is never an answer. We will therefore not remain silent in the face of the violent escalation unfolding before us – an escalation that continues a troubling pattern we have witnessed throughout the past years.
We are deeply concerned that war is once again being presented as a solution, and as a tool used by states to impose their national interests on others and to settle disputes by force. We firmly reject this logic.
Our message as ICYE is simple: war must not be normalised. Sustainable peace cannot be imposed through force, it must be built through dialogue, justice, and cooperation. Lasting security grows where civil society is free, connected, and strong. Where governments are held accountable and abide by the principles of the Charter of the United Nations.
