Deny Quote by Ban Ki-moon
“I strongly reject threats by any member state to destroy another or outrageous attempts to deny historical facts such as the Holocaust.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, 2015
The speaker condemns any state threats to destroy others and rejects denial of historical atrocities like the Holocaust.
In simple terms: Reject threats and denial of history.
Key Takeaway
Stand firm against aggression and denial.
Themes
human rights
history
politics
Mood
serious
determined
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- diplomatic negotiations
- human rights advocacy
- educational curricula
- media reporting
- policy making
Key Concepts
genocide denial
international law
peacekeeping
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies combat historical denial?
- What mechanisms deter state threats?
A Different Perspective
Denial can be deeply entrenched, making enforcement difficult.
