Both sides of the conflict have to put aside their differences and approach peace talks with honesty
![The United Nations describes the situation as the worst food crisis in the world, writes Archbishop Tutu. [AFP]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/201483143237111734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)

Archbishop Desmond Tutu is a Nobel Peace laureate and supporter of the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons. He is also an Honorary Member of The Elders.
Both sides of the conflict have to put aside their differences and approach peace talks with honesty
![The United Nations describes the situation as the worst food crisis in the world, writes Archbishop Tutu. [AFP]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/201483143237111734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
Who in Syria will lead the people to safety and who will prevent the great powers from causing further harm?
![Tutu says it is tragic to see Western politicians who opposed military intervention get slammed for being cowardly [Reuters]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013103013434459734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
The only obstacle faced in abolishing nuclear weapons is a lack of political will, which can – and must – be overcome.
