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Deliberate Quote by Kofi Annan

“There can be no doubt that these attacks are deliberate acts of terrorism, carefully planned and coordinated and as such I condemn them utterly. Terrorism must be fought resolutely wherever it appears.” quote by Kofi Annan — Download Open image

“There can be no doubt that these attacks are deliberate acts of terrorism, carefully planned and coordinated and as such I condemn them utterly. Terrorism must be fought resolutely wherever it appears.”

About This Quote

Source Speech: UN General Assembly, 2002

Condemns terrorism as deliberate, coordinated, and urges resolute opposition wherever it occurs.

In simple terms: Terrorism is a planned threat that must be fought everywhere.

Key Takeaway

Oppose terrorism decisively.

Themes

terrorism politics security

Mood

serious determined

Type

political activist

When to use this quote

policy debates
public statements
global security initiatives

Key Concepts

human rights international law

Questions to Reflect On

What strategies best counter coordinated terrorism?
How can societies balance security and civil liberties?

A Different Perspective

Complex geopolitical factors can limit immediate action.

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