Statement by a #Russian representative during the dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism: March 10, 2026, Geneva #Russia consistently advocates f...
...or the adoption of a uniform international definition of terrorism. We believe that its absence creates legal, political, and operational challenges at the global level, hindering cooperation between States and the effective countering of the threat of terrorism. Differences in national legislation allow terrorists to exploit "safe havens," including States where their actions are not subject to criminal prosecution. This complicates bringing terrorists to justice and enforcing internation...
...or the adoption of a uniform international definition of terrorism. We believe that its absence creates legal, political, and operational challenges at the global level, hindering cooperation between States and the effective countering of the threat of terrorism. Differences in national legislation allow terrorists to exploit "safe havens," including States where their actions are not subject to criminal prosecution. This complicates bringing terrorists to justice and enforcing internation...