War games..

Recently, both Governments of Israel and Iran have held the attention of the world with their show of readiness for war.

Israel's military exercise in the skies has been generally construed as perhaps a show of their readiness to strike pre-emptively at Iran's nuclear facilities, as concerns continue to be expressed about what is perceived as Iran's belligerent intentions. The Iranians continue to insist that their nuclear facilities are designed for peaceful purposes.

Iran has tested both short and long range missiles, in a show of what they say is their readiness to do significant damage to the enemy if attacked. Prominent voices have suggested this to mean that Iran is indeed a threat which should be addressed one way or another..

Regardless of which views are right or wrong, what must not be lost on us all is what actual war will mean for a world reeling from the effects of natural disaster, war, disease and hunger..

Those of prominent voice should steer their discourse towards dialogue for the sake of peace.. and not towards the readiness for war..