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ELDERS' STATEMENT | Elders warn against a return to a ‘might-is-right’ world
“We are witnessing the breakdown of the long-standing principle that the use of force is justified only in self-defence.”
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“We are witnessing the breakdown of the long-standing principle that the use of force is justified only in self-defence.”
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The Doomsday Clock has moved four seconds closer to midnight.
This is the consequence of world leaders’ lack of attention to the nuclear threat.
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This is the consequence of world leaders’ lack of attention to the nuclear threat.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:32 AM
The Doomsday Clock has moved four seconds closer to midnight.
This is the consequence of world leaders’ lack of attention to the nuclear threat.
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This is the consequence of world leaders’ lack of attention to the nuclear threat.
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“It’s an idea of one man and one man’s power.”
Speaking to CNN’s Isa Soares, Mary Robinson calls out the damaging consequences of President Trump’s Board of Peace for the multilateral system and the international rule of law.
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Speaking to CNN’s Isa Soares, Mary Robinson calls out the damaging consequences of President Trump’s Board of Peace for the multilateral system and the international rule of law.
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Trump's Board of Peace is 'power grab' to undermine rule of law says Mary Robinson
“It’s an idea of one man and one man’s power.”Speaking to CNN’s Isa Soares, Mary Robinson calls out the damaging consequences of President Trump’s Board of P...
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January 27, 2026 at 12:14 PM
“It’s an idea of one man and one man’s power.”
Speaking to CNN’s Isa Soares, Mary Robinson calls out the damaging consequences of President Trump’s Board of Peace for the multilateral system and the international rule of law.
youtube.com/shorts/1Y8e6...
Speaking to CNN’s Isa Soares, Mary Robinson calls out the damaging consequences of President Trump’s Board of Peace for the multilateral system and the international rule of law.
youtube.com/shorts/1Y8e6...
“The international rule of law is so basic to human rights… [but] now we’re seeing an assertion of rule of power.”
Mary Robinson speaks to CBC on the need to uphold the rule of law and defend multilateralism to protect global peace and security.
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Mary Robinson speaks to CBC on the need to uphold the rule of law and defend multilateralism to protect global peace and security.
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The Sunday Magazine for January 18, 2026 | CBC Radio
Stephanie Levitz and Joël-Denis Bellavance break down the politics of Canada's trade deal with China, Arash Azizi and Gregg Carlstrom unpack the unrest in Iran, Mary Robinson shares her vision for pre...
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January 20, 2026 at 1:58 PM
“The international rule of law is so basic to human rights… [but] now we’re seeing an assertion of rule of power.”
Mary Robinson speaks to CBC on the need to uphold the rule of law and defend multilateralism to protect global peace and security.
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Mary Robinson speaks to CBC on the need to uphold the rule of law and defend multilateralism to protect global peace and security.
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Juan Manuel Santos spoke to China’s The Paper about his concerns over the US’ transactional approach to foreign policy, warning that lasting global peace depends on dialogue, respect for sovereignty, and a strong UN-centred system.
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January 20, 2026 at 10:28 AM
Juan Manuel Santos spoke to China’s The Paper about his concerns over the US’ transactional approach to foreign policy, warning that lasting global peace depends on dialogue, respect for sovereignty, and a strong UN-centred system.
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✉️ NEWSLETTER | The expiration of New START threatens our collective security
Juan Manuel Santos calls on the US and Russia to act now to preserve the last restraint on their nuclear arsenals.
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Juan Manuel Santos calls on the US and Russia to act now to preserve the last restraint on their nuclear arsenals.
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January 16, 2026 at 11:08 AM
✉️ NEWSLETTER | The expiration of New START threatens our collective security
Juan Manuel Santos calls on the US and Russia to act now to preserve the last restraint on their nuclear arsenals.
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Juan Manuel Santos calls on the US and Russia to act now to preserve the last restraint on their nuclear arsenals.
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ELDERS' STATEMENT | Elders warn against a return to a ‘might-is-right’ world
“We are witnessing the breakdown of the long-standing principle that the use of force is justified only in self-defence.”
Read in full: theelders.org/news/elders-...
“We are witnessing the breakdown of the long-standing principle that the use of force is justified only in self-defence.”
Read in full: theelders.org/news/elders-...
January 9, 2026 at 6:33 PM
ELDERS' STATEMENT | Elders warn against a return to a ‘might-is-right’ world
“We are witnessing the breakdown of the long-standing principle that the use of force is justified only in self-defence.”
Read in full: theelders.org/news/elders-...
“We are witnessing the breakdown of the long-standing principle that the use of force is justified only in self-defence.”
Read in full: theelders.org/news/elders-...
“This trend of not respecting the rule of law is a preamble for chaos.”
Juan Manuel Santos responds to the US intervention in Venezuela to capture Nicolás Maduro. Via Amanpour – CNN.
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Juan Manuel Santos responds to the US intervention in Venezuela to capture Nicolás Maduro. Via Amanpour – CNN.
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‘World stability is in danger,’ warns Nobel Peace Prize winner in response to US action in Venezuela
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January 8, 2026 at 4:02 PM
“This trend of not respecting the rule of law is a preamble for chaos.”
Juan Manuel Santos responds to the US intervention in Venezuela to capture Nicolás Maduro. Via Amanpour – CNN.
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Juan Manuel Santos responds to the US intervention in Venezuela to capture Nicolás Maduro. Via Amanpour – CNN.
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ELDERS’ STATEMENT | Gaza “ceasefire” rings hollow as all Palestinians face security catastrophe
“The Elders condemn Israel’s continued military attacks and obstruction of aid in Gaza, two months after the ceasefire agreed.”
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“The Elders condemn Israel’s continued military attacks and obstruction of aid in Gaza, two months after the ceasefire agreed.”
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December 11, 2025 at 12:48 PM
ELDERS’ STATEMENT | Gaza “ceasefire” rings hollow as all Palestinians face security catastrophe
“The Elders condemn Israel’s continued military attacks and obstruction of aid in Gaza, two months after the ceasefire agreed.”
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“The Elders condemn Israel’s continued military attacks and obstruction of aid in Gaza, two months after the ceasefire agreed.”
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#COP30 didn't deliver the results needed.
Major emitters have blocked a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels. Yet, a majority of countries remain committed to move forward.
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Major emitters have blocked a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels. Yet, a majority of countries remain committed to move forward.
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November 22, 2025 at 6:21 PM
#COP30 didn't deliver the results needed.
Major emitters have blocked a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels. Yet, a majority of countries remain committed to move forward.
Read Elders' responses in full here: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
Major emitters have blocked a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels. Yet, a majority of countries remain committed to move forward.
Read Elders' responses in full here: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
ELDERS’ STATEMENT | Elders warn against bilateral pandemic deals that could impact multilateral cooperation
Decisions taken now will determine whether all people are protected from pandemic threats.
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Decisions taken now will determine whether all people are protected from pandemic threats.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:34 PM
ELDERS’ STATEMENT | Elders warn against bilateral pandemic deals that could impact multilateral cooperation
Decisions taken now will determine whether all people are protected from pandemic threats.
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Decisions taken now will determine whether all people are protected from pandemic threats.
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“COP30 needs to move us faster to a phase-out from fossil fuels.”
As negotiations in Belém enter the final stages, Mary Robinson calls on leaders to commit to a clear roadmap for a just, orderly and equitable transition.
As negotiations in Belém enter the final stages, Mary Robinson calls on leaders to commit to a clear roadmap for a just, orderly and equitable transition.
November 19, 2025 at 5:08 PM
“COP30 needs to move us faster to a phase-out from fossil fuels.”
As negotiations in Belém enter the final stages, Mary Robinson calls on leaders to commit to a clear roadmap for a just, orderly and equitable transition.
As negotiations in Belém enter the final stages, Mary Robinson calls on leaders to commit to a clear roadmap for a just, orderly and equitable transition.
Mary Robinson and Janja Lula Silva, Brazil’s First Lady and the #COP30 Women Envoy, stand together for women-led climate leadership, in Belém. #GenderJustice
November 18, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Mary Robinson and Janja Lula Silva, Brazil’s First Lady and the #COP30 Women Envoy, stand together for women-led climate leadership, in Belém. #GenderJustice
ELDERS’ STATEMENT | The Elders urge an end to the deadly conflicts in Sudan and the DR Congo.
The world has ignored these two conflicts for far too long. How the international community responds now is a test of our common humanity.
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The world has ignored these two conflicts for far too long. How the international community responds now is a test of our common humanity.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:58 PM
ELDERS’ STATEMENT | The Elders urge an end to the deadly conflicts in Sudan and the DR Congo.
The world has ignored these two conflicts for far too long. How the international community responds now is a test of our common humanity.
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The world has ignored these two conflicts for far too long. How the international community responds now is a test of our common humanity.
Read in full: theelders.org/news/elders-...
The Elders met Ed Miliband at #COP30 to discuss the UK’s crucial role in pushing for ambitious global climate action.
As a historic emitter and global leader, the UK must help accelerate a just transition and galvanise support for vulnerable communities.
As a historic emitter and global leader, the UK must help accelerate a just transition and galvanise support for vulnerable communities.
November 17, 2025 at 3:59 PM
The Elders met Ed Miliband at #COP30 to discuss the UK’s crucial role in pushing for ambitious global climate action.
As a historic emitter and global leader, the UK must help accelerate a just transition and galvanise support for vulnerable communities.
As a historic emitter and global leader, the UK must help accelerate a just transition and galvanise support for vulnerable communities.
✉️ NEWSLETTER | Without women, there can be no lasting peace
Denis Mukwege calls for justice for survivors of sexual violence and for women’s full participation in peacebuilding.
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Denis Mukwege calls for justice for survivors of sexual violence and for women’s full participation in peacebuilding.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:05 AM
✉️ NEWSLETTER | Without women, there can be no lasting peace
Denis Mukwege calls for justice for survivors of sexual violence and for women’s full participation in peacebuilding.
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Denis Mukwege calls for justice for survivors of sexual violence and for women’s full participation in peacebuilding.
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The EU’s new climate targets aren’t perfect and came at the 11th hour, but cutting 90% of emissions by 2040 shows leadership ahead of COP30 in a challenging political environment.
Read Mary Robinson’s reaction ⬇️
Read Mary Robinson’s reaction ⬇️
November 5, 2025 at 4:39 PM
The EU’s new climate targets aren’t perfect and came at the 11th hour, but cutting 90% of emissions by 2040 shows leadership ahead of COP30 in a challenging political environment.
Read Mary Robinson’s reaction ⬇️
Read Mary Robinson’s reaction ⬇️
ELDERS’ STATEMENT | World leaders must step up at COP30 to strengthen climate action and multilateralism
The Elders call for courage, unity, and leadership in Belém to rise above division and tackle the climate and nature crisis.
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The Elders call for courage, unity, and leadership in Belém to rise above division and tackle the climate and nature crisis.
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November 5, 2025 at 12:58 PM
ELDERS’ STATEMENT | World leaders must step up at COP30 to strengthen climate action and multilateralism
The Elders call for courage, unity, and leadership in Belém to rise above division and tackle the climate and nature crisis.
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The Elders call for courage, unity, and leadership in Belém to rise above division and tackle the climate and nature crisis.
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President Trump’s nuclear test announcement will only fuel fear and mistrust and encourage further proliferation.
Our future must be secured with renewed diplomacy to strengthen the safeguards that keep nuclear weapons in check, not by returning to a Cold War-era arms race.
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Our future must be secured with renewed diplomacy to strengthen the safeguards that keep nuclear weapons in check, not by returning to a Cold War-era arms race.
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A New Nuclear Arms Race Means New Dangers For Humanity | The Elders | #OneFuture
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October 30, 2025 at 2:52 PM
President Trump’s nuclear test announcement will only fuel fear and mistrust and encourage further proliferation.
Our future must be secured with renewed diplomacy to strengthen the safeguards that keep nuclear weapons in check, not by returning to a Cold War-era arms race.
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Our future must be secured with renewed diplomacy to strengthen the safeguards that keep nuclear weapons in check, not by returning to a Cold War-era arms race.
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STATEMENT | Following their London board meeting, The Elders urge world leaders, including President Trump to support the release of imprisoned Palestinian leader, Marwan Barghouti, & build on the fragile Gaza ceasefire to secure a political path to sustainable peace.
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The Elders call for Marwan Barghouti’s release to spur moves to two-state solution
The Elders call for the release of Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti from Israeli prison as an important step towards reviving a lasting two-state solution.
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October 29, 2025 at 4:09 PM
STATEMENT | Following their London board meeting, The Elders urge world leaders, including President Trump to support the release of imprisoned Palestinian leader, Marwan Barghouti, & build on the fragile Gaza ceasefire to secure a political path to sustainable peace.
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✉️ NEWSLETTER | The UN must take the need for reform seriously
Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein calls for honest reflection and bold reform to rebuild the United Nations’ legitimacy for future generations.
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Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein calls for honest reflection and bold reform to rebuild the United Nations’ legitimacy for future generations.
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October 14, 2025 at 8:47 AM
✉️ NEWSLETTER | The UN must take the need for reform seriously
Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein calls for honest reflection and bold reform to rebuild the United Nations’ legitimacy for future generations.
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Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein calls for honest reflection and bold reform to rebuild the United Nations’ legitimacy for future generations.
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Before last week’s peace plan announcement, Mary Robinson spoke to China’s The Paper to discuss the deliberate starvation of Gazans she witnessed at the Rafah Crossing and to urge China’s continued engagement with Middle East peacebuilding.
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October 13, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Before last week’s peace plan announcement, Mary Robinson spoke to China’s The Paper to discuss the deliberate starvation of Gazans she witnessed at the Rafah Crossing and to urge China’s continued engagement with Middle East peacebuilding.
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ELDERS’ STATEMENT | US deal must stop Gaza genocide, end occupation and build a just two-state solution
The ceasefire is a welcome step - but it must be built upon. The Elders set out what’s needed next to achieve a just and lasting peace ⬇️
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The ceasefire is a welcome step - but it must be built upon. The Elders set out what’s needed next to achieve a just and lasting peace ⬇️
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October 10, 2025 at 3:17 PM
ELDERS’ STATEMENT | US deal must stop Gaza genocide, end occupation and build a just two-state solution
The ceasefire is a welcome step - but it must be built upon. The Elders set out what’s needed next to achieve a just and lasting peace ⬇️
theelders.org/news/us-deal...
The ceasefire is a welcome step - but it must be built upon. The Elders set out what’s needed next to achieve a just and lasting peace ⬇️
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The Elders congratulate María Corina Machado for winning the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize.
October 10, 2025 at 2:50 PM
The Elders congratulate María Corina Machado for winning the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize.
The Elders' Chair Juan Manuel Santos urges Israel to halt its offensive in Gaza following Hamas’ agreement to release the hostages.
October 4, 2025 at 3:26 PM
The Elders' Chair Juan Manuel Santos urges Israel to halt its offensive in Gaza following Hamas’ agreement to release the hostages.
Today would have been Jimmy Carter’s 101st birthday.
We remember a founding member of The Elders whose integrity, compassion and tireless work for peace, democracy & human rights left an indelible mark on the world.
His legacy continues to inspire.
We remember a founding member of The Elders whose integrity, compassion and tireless work for peace, democracy & human rights left an indelible mark on the world.
His legacy continues to inspire.
October 1, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Today would have been Jimmy Carter’s 101st birthday.
We remember a founding member of The Elders whose integrity, compassion and tireless work for peace, democracy & human rights left an indelible mark on the world.
His legacy continues to inspire.
We remember a founding member of The Elders whose integrity, compassion and tireless work for peace, democracy & human rights left an indelible mark on the world.
His legacy continues to inspire.