International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to Victims of Terrorism 2025 observed on 21 August.
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The United Nations (UN) observed the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism on 21st August 2025, marking the 8th annual commemoration. The day honours victims, supports survivors, and promotes human rights and fundamental freedoms.
- The 2025 commemoration highlighted the theme “United by Hope: Collective Action for Victims of Terrorism.” This theme emphasized global solidarity in ensuring justice, dignity, and long-term support for victims across affected regions.
- The observance traces back to the 17th Session of the Human Rights Council (HRC) in June 2011, which, through resolution A/HRC/RES/17/8, initially proposed 19 August as the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to Victims of Terrorism.
Main Point :- (i) On 19th December 2017, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted resolution A/RES/72/165, officially proclaiming 21st August of every year as the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism. This resolution institutionalized global recognition and annual observance.
(ii) The first official observance took place on 21st August 2018, creating a platform to raise awareness about the needs of victims, advocate international cooperation, and reaffirm the UN’s commitment to countering terrorism while upholding human rights.
(iii) By 2025, the observance has grown into a global movement, with the 8th commemoration reinforcing the role of governments, civil society, and international bodies in advancing support systems for victims and preventing further acts of terrorism.
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