War in the Gulf – Is Peace Possible? Lecture and Discussion with Gerald Häfner
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 7.30 - 9.30 pm, in the Main Hall of the Goethanum and online
On February 28, 2026, Israel and the USA jointly attacked Iran. Since then, alongside the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East, Sudan, and Myanmar, another highly dangerous confrontation has been raging. The number, intensity, and duration of wars are on the rise again. More and more often, the power of law and diplomatic compromise is being replaced by the law of the strong and the superior. How can we understand this development? And how should we respond to it?
Current world events are becoming increasingly crisis-ridden. This is something that deeply concerns many of us. In this situation, the Goetheanum does not wish to remain silent. Rather—free from any claim of possessing ultimate truths—we want to try to shed light on at least some aspects of these events and provide an opportunity for dialogue and independent judgment.
We look forward to welcoming you to this event.
The event will be translated into English. Admission is free, but we welcome any donations at the exit of the hall or online via our donation website.
On behalf of the Executive Board, the Social Sciences Section, and the Medical Section,
Justus Wittich, Gerald Häfner, and Marion Debus
Online participation is also possible. You can access the Zoom livestream via the link below: