Peace is the foundation of all freedoms

The non-governmental organization EU Harmonija wishes to once again strongly remind the public of one universal and unquestionable value: there is nothing more important than peace among people and nations. Peace is not only a political ideal nor an abstract concept – it is the foundation of every human life, every society and every civilization. The right to life, freedom of movement, freedom of thought, human dignity and all other fundamental freedoms are inseparably connected with peace. Without peace, all other rights become fragile and uncertain. That is precisely why the preservation of peace represents the highest moral and social obligation of all states, institutions and individuals. In a time of global challenges, divisions and increasingly frequent conflicts, it is important to remind that no political, ideological or economic interest can and must ever be more important than human life. Peace is not only a political category, peace is a civilizational value and a moral obligation of humanity. NGO EU Harmonija calls on all social and political actors, international institutions, civil society organizations and citizens around the world to work persistently on strengthening the culture of dialogue, tolerance and mutual respect. Only through cooperation, understanding and respect for universal human rights is it possible to build a stable, just and secure world. Societies that preserve peace also preserve their most important wealth such as the right to life, freedom and the dignity of every human being. Therefore today, perhaps more than ever, we must clearly and responsibly state that “ The greatest victory of humanity is not in the wars it wins, but in the peace it manages to preserve.”