The north wind from Typhoon No. 22 has swept away the last traces of summer, filling the air with the crispness of autumn.
Since the equinox, the tropical nights have vanished, and the lingering heat seems to have been carried off with the storm.
It feels like autumn has finally settled in—something to be quietly grateful for.
At last, there seems to be a faint glimmer of hope for an end to the conflict in Gaza.
It is still too early to say whether a complete ceasefire will be achieved, but the fact that Hamas is moving toward releasing hostages marks a significant step forward.
It is regrettable that Israel resorted to force in response to Hamas’s violence, but that chapter has already been written.
What truly matters now is how Israel will contribute to peace in the Middle East from this point on.
For countries that have recognized Palestine as a state, supporting Gaza’s reconstruction will be a moral responsibility—though many nations are facing economic and political hardship of their own.
Japan, too, is no longer as affluent as it once was, and lavish aid may not be realistic.
Even so, I hope Japan can continue to act in a way that reflects its dignity on the international stage.
The problems in the region are deeply rooted in religious and historical differences, and peace will not come easily.
Still, I pray that tranquility will return to the people of Gaza.
As a Japanese, I also wish that Japan could share with the world the ancient wisdom of Prince Shōtoku, who taught that “harmony is to be valued above all.”
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