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Dear Susan, Seventy-seven years ago this week, a nightmare unfolded in Japan. Two nuclear bombs, dropped from American B-29s on Aug. 6 and 9, leveled the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. At least 110,000 people—mostly civilians—were killed. Many more died due to radiation exposure in the coming weeks, months, and years. With that carnage came an enduring lesson: The world can never know true peace as long as nuclear weapons exist. This week, countries are gathered at the United Nations for the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference to discuss progress on nuclear disarmament. The review comes at a time of escalating tension. Nine countries still possess more than 13,000 nuclear weapons. The threat of nuclear confrontation with Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran is growing. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns, “humanity is just one misunderstanding, one miscalculation away from nuclear annihilation.” Concerned by this growing threat, FCNL joined 100 interfaith organizations in calling on NPT members to act in accordance with their moral conscience. Our coalition urged leaders to recognize the incredible danger these weapons pose, affirm that nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought, and take swift steps toward disarmament. Nuclear weapons are not just another implement in a nation’s toolbox. Historically, every step in their creation—from mining to testing to their devastating use—has wrought suffering and long-lasting impacts on the environment and human health. We can chart a better future together. Here are two ways for you to act today:
Please note: This Week in the World will not be published weekly during the August Congressional Recess, August 8 to September 5. While lawmakers are home in your state, this is a great time to stop by your member of Congress’s in-district office and share your concerns. Contact lobby@fcnl.org or fill out this form if you’re ready to plan a drop-by visit, and a member of our organizing team will be in touch to support your advocacy. ElsewhereSenate Set to Proceed on Historic Reconciliation Bill Truce in Yemen Extended Senate Approves NATO Expansion Time for Reparations Senators Discuss Electoral Count Act Reforms
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