In the ongoing wake of war between two nuclear-armed and hostile nations, South Asia's peace is at stake, painting a grim picture of doom and destruction in the minds of many - expressing a crippled fate. The consequences seem severe, threatening the future with dire outcomes.

War is a condition born of chaos and conflict of interest, culminating in bloodshed, injuries and suffering. Nevertheless, throughout history, long-lasting wars have remained a persistent trait of human nature — often ending in devastation and despair.

Let's glance at some of the prolonged and destructive wars in history.

The Thirty Years' War (1618-1648), primarily a religious conflict, caused immense destruction and loss of life throughout Europe.

World War I (1914-1918), known as the Great War, brought widespread violence and destruction, particularly on the Western Front. World War II, a conflict between the Axis powers (Germany, Italy and Japan) and the Allied powers (France,........

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