Donald Trump has promised to end the Ukraine war. He says he will do it before his inauguration which may be a step too far even for him. But in the new world of realpolitik, what price peace?Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
Donald Trump has been elected President of the United States of America. But what does that mean for Israel, and what does it mean for Gaza?Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
The Sudanese Civil War has now passed its one-and-a-half year mark and shows no signs of slowing. Approximately 20,000 people have died, and the war has created the world’s largest displacement crisis: over 13 million have been forced to flee their homes. Famine has been confirmed in North Darfur, and the rest of Sudan is facing severe food insecurity levels. Multiple severe crimes against humanity have occurred, including ethnic cleansing campaigns and widespread sexual violence against civi...
The two great bullies of the Middle East spar like innocent giants while the detritus of their hegemony lies in ruins. And America looks on, an impotent giant.Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
William Morris LL.D., Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation, reflects on the ongoing war between Israel and Lebanon and its consequences.Joint Military Exercises in the Red Sea Between Former Regional Rivals Iran and Saudi Arabia: What Does This Mean?The joint military exercise reflects a deepening of the recent resumption of diplomatic relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia. It signals that Middle East countries have lost confidence in the US. In April 2024 Iran and Saudi Arabia ...
With a full-scale war now virtually inevitable before the US elections, Biden has given Israel Thad Batteries (Terminal High Altitude Arial Defense Batteries) and the US military staff to operate them. What are the consequences? What will the nature of the war be? Is there any prospect for war avoidance?Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
Watch and weep as deaths mount in Lebanon - and for what sweet Jesus, for what?Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
The Next Century Foundation has put together a report on action needed regarding the Gaza War from the new British government.Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
The Gaza war continues and Premier Netanyahu retains power and there is little prospect of change. But what if there were a new tomorrow? What then?Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
Prayer is one of the common aspects of all religions. The form and verbal content of prayer may be different in some cases. Sufi Definition of prayer: Prayer is one of the ways of spiritual interaction with God.Prayer is an expression of love to return to God. "Prayer" is the essence of worship.Prayer means God, I love you.Prayer means that human is not alone.Prayer means God's door is open to everybody. Prayer, God hears his voice.Prayer means that God has given permissio...
This week Paul Gutteridge, Senior Fellow of the Next Century Foundation; Honorary Fellow, The Edward Cadbury Centre, Birmingham University; and a leading member of Initiatives of Change, UK gives us an Easter message in which he remembers the ideology of Frank Buchman, founder of the Moral Rearmament movement that subsequently evolved into Initiatives of ChangeSupport the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
The Ramadan fast is concurrent with Lent this year. This is the second in a series of Ramadan reflections: William Morris LL.D. discusses the implications of forgiveness, sin, trespass and debt in this reflection for the Muslim month of Ramadan and the Christian fast of Lent.Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
For Moslems it is Ramadan, for Christians it is Lent, and for Jews it is a time of reflection as we approach Passover. This comes from William Morris LL.D., Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation, and is rather longer than the usual podcast. In it he addresses the question of the nature of God, and the consequences of a belief in God. We hope you find it helpful, or at least interesting.Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next C...
On the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, and the Red Sea and the confused international response with discussions on the political situation, international support, and potential future scenarios. The podcast emphasises the importance of peace negotiations and the need for continuous efforts toward peace. It also discusses the potential roles of China and Russia in mediating conflict.Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Centur...
On the ongoing conflict in Gaza, with discussions on the political situation, international support, and potential future scenarios getting nowhere. The podcast emphasises the importance of peace negotiations and the need for continuous efforts toward peace. It also discusses the potential role of the international community in mediating the conflict, mired as it is in confusion.Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
On the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with discussions on the political situation, international support, and potential future scenarios. The podcast emphasises the importance of peace negotiations and the need for continuous efforts toward peace. It also discusses the potential role of China in mediating the conflict.Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
The international force is being put in place to protect Israel as a consequence of the stalemate that is the Gaza War. And then what for Gaza?William discussed the difficulties of establishing an international force to protect Israel from Gaza, emphasizing Israel’s reluctance and the potential challenges. He suggested Canada’s potential involvement and the United Arab Emirates’ potential funding, while mentioning Saudi Arabia’s potential role in building a port. William also touched upon Egy...
William Morris LL.D. reflects on our duty during the coming yearSupport the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
William Morris LL.D., Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation, shares a Christmas message and suggests that "We are Noah's Ark"Support the showReflections and observations from William Morris, Secretary General of the Next Century Foundation
In this episode, we are discussing the ongoing situation in Gaza that demands urgent attention from the international community. The recent killing of three Israeli boys, who were held hostage, by the Israel Defense Forces has deeply saddened and shocked us. The manner in which these killings were carried out is not only disturbing but also inhumane. However, we firmly believe that forced depopulation of Gaza is not the solution.To move forward, we emphasize the need to reform the corrupt Pal...