“War does not determine who is right – only who is left.” ~ Bertrand Russell
I am yet to understand the reason for the war in Syria. The news has described it as two sides fighting for territory and control. Then how in the world does Russia and the USA decide peace. Do they have a hand in this? Is there an underlying truth that is silenced by other noisy news and entertainment. Are facts withheld to manipulate our reasoning?
And then there are those that justify their suffering, simply because they live in another part of the world, or have a different belief system, or don’t see the value of the innocent souls.
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This piece is dedicated to individuals like those in Syria and other parts of the world with political unrest. Being caught in the middle of wars, living with fear, fleeing your home, and being a product of hate and greed.
This is taken from the view of a Syrian child caught in the middle of the battlefield.
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Terror
A word that is accompanied
With my activities
Every day I am reminded
Today might be my last
The air is filled with dust
Particles that kiss my cheeks
And clothe me
Yet cuts my lungs dry
Emptying its harness with blood
Asthma
Curled within my breath
Living has become a burden
As my heart beats like a drum
Every time I hear
Thunder
As the noise scatter in the distance
Another one slain
Another one retaliate
Another in pain
Red
Painted on the walls
Never imagined
How colourful
Sorrow can be
I heard the big men say
That this is temporary
Endless discussions
Vain words
To wipe away this tears
They want us dead
They devour us
Ruthless beings
Heart cold
Tapping into everything left
The dagger has pierced
And as I fall down
I can see mama running
Will she come before I breathe my last?
Or will I meet papa again?
©Kihek
Kimberly Ihekwoaba 