title: 80 years after the Second World War: Hendrik Wüst to protect peace and democracy

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in 2025 the end of the Second World War for the 80th time. This period of time not only reminds us of the terrible events that shaped the world sustainably, but also of the ongoing challenges that we face today. In his statements, Prime Minister Hendrik Wüst emphasizes the relevance of this memory in today's geopolitical situation, in which conflicts in Europe are once again prevailing and fundamental human rights are questioned.

The need to draw the teachings from history is more pressing than ever. Wüst calls for keeping the atrocities of National Socialism and the fates of what happened at the time, especially in educational institutions and memorial sites. These places of memory play a crucial role in raising awareness of the past and promoting a well -founded discussion about peace, freedom and democracy.

Experience from one's own history should serve as a foundation to actively defend values ​​such as freedom and democracy. This not only includes fighting extremism, but also the commitment in civil society. Wüst emphasizes that our society has to face these challenges and that the upcoming generation has to give a strong awareness of historical responsibility. This is an essential task to ensure peace and security in Europe.

In the past few decades, numerous initiatives and programs have contributed to preserving the memory of the victims of the war. It is essential to keep the memories of the persecuted and to promote the discourse on the importance of tolerance and humanitarian principles. These memorial initiatives are not only historical reviews, but also a call to the active participation of the future in order to avoid similar crimes in the future.

The discussion about the inheritance of the Second World War is not only a review, but also a look into the future. By recognizing the teachings from the past, we can work for a fairer and more peaceful society. It is up to all of us to perceive this responsibility and to use the memory of the darkness of history as a drive for positive changes.