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War is never a lasting solution for any problem.
A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
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Interpretation

What this quote means

War fails to provide a permanent resolution to conflicts and issues.

The quote by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam emphasizes that engaging in war does not lead to long-term solutions or peace. Instead, it often exacerbates problems and creates further issues, suggesting that dialogue and understanding are far more effective pathways to resolving conflicts.

Themes

WarSolutionPeaceConflictUnderstanding

In practice

Example use cases

In a speech about conflict resolution, this quote can highlight the importance of non-violent communication.

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