It seems to me the number of conflicts and flashpoints around the world is increasing. So, I research this and, I found my suspicion to be true, at least in one regard. The number of people displaced from their homes due to conflict exceeds 50,000,000 – the most since World War II. But, The UN has demonstrated it is ineffective in restraining conflicts. And, I am worried there is no other mechanism in place to prevent a continued escalation of conflicts around the world.
Thomas M. Riddle
President, VNFA