August 21 Day of Remembrance and Tribute to Victims of Terrorism
The International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to Victims of Terrorism was established by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly in 2017 through Resolution 72/165.
The genesis of the establishment of this day dates back to the long-standing efforts of many countries, social organizations and victims of terrorism to commemorate and pay tribute to those who lost their lives as a result of terrorist acts and to express solidarity with survivors.
The history of drawing international attention to the problem of terrorism and the need to honour the victims goes back many years. As terrorism has become a global challenge, international communities have sought to raise awareness of its negative effects and the need to support victims and their families. These efforts were also aimed at highlighting the unity of countries in the fight against terrorism and promoting the values of peace, security and cooperation.
The establishment of the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to Victims of Terrorism aims to:
- Commemorate the victims: The day aims to pay tribute to all those who have lost their lives to terrorist acts and to draw attention to their suffering and losses.
- Supporting the victims: Through this event, it is also intended to draw attention to the need to support victims of terrorism and their families, both materially and emotionally.
- Fighting terrorism: Celebrating this day is a reminder of the need to strengthen international cooperation to combat terrorism and counter extremism.
- Promoting the values of peace and unity: The day aims to emphasize the values of peace, security and cooperation among states and communities.
The International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to Victims of Terrorism not only pays tribute to the victims and promotes the fight against terrorism, but also emphasizes the need to build societies based on the principles of respect for human rights and peace.