UNITED NATIONS: The impact of terrorism on victims can “last a lifetime and reverberate across generations,” UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said during a virtual commemoration for the International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism. Moreover, many memorials and commemorations have been canceled or moved online, hampering the ability of victims to find solace and comfort together. And the current restrictions have also forced the first-ever UN Global Congress of Victims of Terrorism to be postponed until next year. “Acts of terrorism everywhere must be strongly condemned.”The UN commits to combating terrorism and the UNGA has adopted resolutions to curb the scourge while working to establish and maintain peace and security globally. Mechanisms for survivors must be strengthened to safeguard a “full recovery, rehabilitation and re-integration into society through long-term multi-dimensional support,” said Muhammad-Bande.

Source: Manila Times August 22, 2020 16:28 UTC