Humanity first

The World Health Organization has declared Covid-19 a pandemic since the virus has influenced over 170 countries with over 220,000 cases and over 9000 deaths so far. The entire world is coming to a stand still and many major cities of the world are under lockdown to prevent further spread of the virus.

This is the time where the humanity must take precedence above all differences and all countries keep their animosity, hatred and hostility towards others aside. During these times of global crisis we must not think of settling political scores and sectarian rivalries, gaining territories, defeating others economically and punishing someone who raised their voice for rights. This is the time where world nations must forget their differences, their enmity and mutual hatred. The powerful must soften themselves to help the weak and poor to the best of their abilities. Warring nations must resort to talks and end the aggression in Yemen, Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan and Palestine. The tough sanctions on Iran must be removed on humanitarian grounds. Humility, kindness and helpfulness should prevail, and this is the time to unite, care and love each other – as humans only.

Air Cdre (r) M Khalid Kamal

Doha

Qatar