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hatred, are among the most important elements in the promotion of cooperation and success
in preventing and combating terrorism, and welcoming the various initiatives to that end,
Reaffirming that States must ensure that any measure taken to counter terrorism and
violent extremism conducive to terrorism complies with international law, in particular
international human rights law, international refugee law and international humanitarian
law,
Reaffirming also its commitment to the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism
Strategy and its four pillars, as adopted by the General Assembly in its resolution 60/288 of
8 September 2006, which reaffirm, inter alia, respect for human rights for all and the rule of
law as being the fundamental basis of the fight against terrorism, and its fifth review, in
General Assembly resolution 70/291 of 1 July 2016,
Reaffirming further that the promotion and the protection of human rights for all and
the rule of law are essential to the fight against terrorism and violent extremism conducive
to terrorism, and recognizing that effective counter-terrorism measures and the protection
of human rights are not conflicting goals but are complementary and mutually reinforcing,
Deploring attacks on religious places and shrines and cultural sites in violation of
international law, in particular international human rights law and international
humanitarian law, as applicable, including all deliberate destruction of relics, monuments or
religious sites,
Strongly condemning the recruitment and use of children to perpetrate terrorist
attacks and all violations and abuses committed by terrorist groups against children and
women, including killing and maiming, abduction and rape and other forms of sexual
violence, and noting that such violations and abuses may amount to war crimes or crimes
against humanity,
Deeply deploring the suffering caused by terrorism to the victims and their families
and, while stressing the need to promote and protect the rights of victims of terrorism, in
particular women and children, reaffirming its profound solidarity with them and stressing
the importance of providing them with proper support and assistance while respecting, inter
alia, considerations regarding remembrance, dignity, respect, accountability, truth and
justice, in accordance with international law,
Expressing its grave concern at the phenomenon of foreign terrorist fighters and at
the threat it poses to all States, including countries of origin, transit and destination, and
encouraging all States to address this threat by enhancing their cooperation and developing
relevant measures to tackle this phenomenon, in accordance with their obligations under
international law, including international human rights law, international refugee law and
international humanitarian law,
Recognizing that countering terrorism requires a comprehensive approach and a
multidimensional strategy to tackle the factors underlying terrorism,
Conscious that there are a number of drivers underlying radicalization to terrorism,
and that development based on the principles of social justice, inclusion and equal
opportunities can contribute to the prevention of terrorism and violent extremism conducive
to terrorism, and to the promotion of inclusive, open and resilient societies, notably through
education, and affirming the determination of States to work towards conflict resolution, to
confront oppression, to eradicate poverty, to promote sustained economic growth,
sustainable development, global prosperity, good governance, human rights and
fundamental freedoms for all and the rule of law, to improve intercultural understanding
and to promote respect for all,
Renewing its unwavering commitment to strengthening international cooperation to
prevent and combat terrorism and violent extremism conducive to terrorism in all their
forms and manifestations, in compliance with the obligations of States under international
law,
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Strongly condemns all terrorist acts as criminal and unjustifiable, and
expresses grave concern at their detrimental effects on the enjoyment of all human rights;
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