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The term ‘tragedy’ today has entirely negative connotations. In classical Athens, however, tragedy was thought to have a therapeutic and healing function. It enabled Athenians to confront and move beyond their deepest fears and hatred through a process of catharsis, a change of heart. Recovering this view could have important implications for Ukraine.

War and the threat of human trafficking are closely intertwined. While humanitarian leaders are finally addressing this relationship, we must ensure that protective measures don’t end at Europe’s borders in the future.