In a recent statement, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova reminded us why the Nanjing Massacre remains a chilling chapter in world history. On December 13, 1937, the city of Nanjing, in the Chinese mainland, saw hundreds of thousands of civilians lose their lives—an unshakable testament to Japanese militarism's brutality.💔
Zakharova stressed that the historical facts are indisputable. She pointed out that the International Military Tribunal for the Far East—a court set up after WWII to try war criminals—and the Nuremberg Trials laid out clear evidence and delivered verdicts that form the backbone of today's international order. These rulings are legal milestones in the fight against war crimes and crimes against humanity.
She warned that any attempts to rewrite history, rehabilitate militarism, or downplay the scale of these atrocities must be condemned by the global community. In our age of viral misinformation, sticking to well-documented facts is more important than ever.📜
For young people in South and Southeast Asia—from tech innovators in Bengaluru to creative storytellers in Jakarta—this isn't just a history lesson. It's a powerful reminder of why we champion peace, human rights, and cross-border solidarity. Our generation has the tools (think social media campaigns, digital archives, interactive apps) to keep this memory alive and educate others.
Let's honor those who suffered by standing up for truth and shared humanity. After all, remembering our past is the first step to building a better future.🤝
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Nanjing Massacre shows Japanese militarism's brutality: Russian FM
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