Islam IS a peaceful religion. War has existed since the beginning of time,and in every nation. Islam leads people to live a peaceful life, but just like leading a horse to water, the people have to decide to choose peace and try to solve issues without violence when they don't agree. Sadly I don't see this happening in this world we live in. Islam is a religion and I am not aware of any religion that advocates war above peace. It's the human weakness that makes war.