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Founded by Nelson #Mandela in 2007, we are independent global leaders working for #peace, #justice, #humanrights and a sustainable planet. #LongviewLeadership
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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 the statement in full via link in replies
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@JuanManSantos ✉️NEWSLETTER | The expiration of New START threatens our collective security Read and subscribe:
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In our latest newsletter, Juan Manuel Santos urges the US and Russia to extend New START before it expires – our collective security depends on it.
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✉️NEWSLETTER | The expiration of New START threatens our collective security @JuanManSantos calls on the US and Russia to act now to preserve the last restraint on their nuclear arsenals. Read and subscribe via 🔗 below.
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Tragic to see arms control architecture from nuclear weapons to landmines under threat. We all acknowledge the current context, but abiding by arms control conventions is needed in good times and bad. @TheElders
Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, & Poland will have all withdrawn from the 1997 Anti-Personnel #MineBanTreaty by early 2026. Learn why this is happening and read reactions from the international community in the Jan/Feb'26 #ACT: https://t.co/nZXP9NN7w6
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Los Elders llaman la atención sobre un retorno a la ley del más fuerte "Estamos ante la ruptura de uno de los principios fundamentales que han sostenido el orden global, según el cual el uso de la fuerza solo está justificado en defensa propia". https://t.co/WrCCtHjw7R
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The Elders call for the rule of law to be defended following the US’ illegal actions in Venezuela.
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A return to a “might-is-right” world puts global stability at risk. The U.S. intervention in Venezuela violates the UN Charter and undermines international law. Accountability must come through lawful means, via the ICC, not through force. https://t.co/DoiSFhIGv1
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The Elders call for the rule of law to be defended following the US’ illegal actions in Venezuela.
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ELDERS' STATEMENT | Elders warn against a return to a ‘might-is-right’ world Read in full: https://t.co/DoiSFhJekz
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‘World stability is in danger,’ warns Nobel Peace Prize winner | CNN https://t.co/620c2ylUji
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Juan Manuel Santos, former Colombian president and Nobel Peace Prize winner, speaks with Christiane Amanpour about the potential consequences of the US operation to oust Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro.
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“This trend of not respecting the rule of law is a preamble for chaos.” @JuanManSantos responds to the US intervention in Venezuela to capture Nicolás Maduro. Via @amanpour on @CNN. Watch the interview in full ⬇️
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Celebramos que se haya restablecido un diálogo constructivo entre @realDonaldTrump y @petrogustavo. La diplomacia y la moderación siempre deben primar.
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Our shared humanity is stronger than anything that divides us. As Nelson Mandela showed us, compassion builds bridges where anger & division builds walls.
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Kofi Annan believed that our world already has the tools to thrive, if only leaders have the will to act – choosing dialogue over division, and love over anger.
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Ela Bhatt’s life and work show us that peace and empowerment begin within. Every act of care, every moment of generosity, becomes part of a larger movement for dignity.
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Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s words remind us that kindness is not grand gestures, it’s daily courage, quiet empathy, and shared humanity. Together, our small acts can create something extraordinary.
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As 2025 draws to a close, these words from Jimmy Carter feel especially timely. In moments of division and uncertainty, our shared humanity remains our strongest bond.
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From the Gaza border to the United Nations, The Elders stood up for peace, justice and a sustainable future in 2025, urging bold, moral leadership on our greatest challenges. Here are just some of the highlights from a year of global advocacy.
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Ban Ki-moon, @JuanManSantos & Ernesto Zedillo visited New York 15–17 Dec urging bold UN reforms. At the Security Council, and with the Secretary-General and key diplomats, Elders called on the UN to reassert leadership in conflict resolution, incl. Israel-Palestine and Ukraine.
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Warm meeting between @JuanManSantos and Ernesto Zedillo and UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres. The Elders reaffirmed their strong support for his peacemaking leadership and his defence of multilateralism to tackle global crises from Gaza and Sudan to the DRC and Ukraine.
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Elders were happy to meet with @MelnykAndrij Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the UN and discussed the urgent need for a ceasefire and a sustainable, fair and just settlement of the conflict. The Elders agreed that parties must persuade Russia to end its war.
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