Statement
Statement by Religious Leaders on Denuclearization Agreement with North Korea, July 17, 2007
Statement by Religious Leaders on Denuclearization Agreement with North Korea, July 17, 2007
Religious leaders commend the denuclearization agreement with North Korea as a significant step toward halting nuclear bomb material production and enhancing international security. Religious traditions teach that all alternatives to war should be explored before resorting to armed conflict. The statement reflects a commitment to peace through negotiation rather than militarization.
Key Points
- Support for the Agreement
- Urges U.S. government and Congress to fully support the agreement and ensure the U.S. fulfills its obligations.
- Calls for continued diplomatic pressure on North Korea to dismantle all nuclear weapons-related facilities.
- Value of Diplomacy
- The agreement demonstrates that diplomacy is effective in preventing nuclear proliferation.
- Emphasizes the moral principle of using dialogue over war to resolve conflicts.
- Application to Iran
- Encourages the U.S. to adopt a similar diplomatic approach with Iran.
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