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UK Home Secretary Priti Patel has been urged to make a public offer of asylum to Russian soldiers who refuse to fight in Ukraine.
War and militarism have continued throughout 2021, despite the Covid pandemic and the climate emergency.
Messages of support have been sent to hundreds of conscientious objectors and peace activists in prison around the world.
Wreaths of white poppies have today been laid in more than 20 towns and cities in the UK to remember all victims of war.
White poppies will feature in both alternative and official ceremonies to mark Remembrance Sunday this weekend.
The Peace Pledge Union has welcomed a decision by the British Legion to remove a grenade-themed bottle of rum from their online Poppy Shop.
Arms dealers at an event in Worcestershire today have been greeted by protests and nonviolent direct action.
There is now at least one white poppy outlet in nearly every city and large town in Britain, as well as many smaller towns.
The Peace Pledge Union have today launched this year's remembrance campaign, saying it is a vital time for the message behind white poppies.
The BBC says presenters may this year wear white poppies in the run-up to Remembrance Sunday if they choose to do so.
