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Anti-war poetry and poems about the world

Anti-war poetry often traces an appeal to humanism, criticism of military action, an expression of sorrow for loss and destruction, and hope for a peaceful future. Poets of this genre focus on the fact that war brings nothing but suffering and destruction, and call for reconciliation and the search for alternative ways to resolve conflicts.

Anti-war poetry and peace poetry play an important role in shaping public opinion and supporting peace initiatives. They recall that peace is a value worth fighting for and call for active participation in peace initiatives and actions to end conflict.