ECO FAWN Society Raises Alarm at UN Human Rights Council Over Pahalgam Terror Attack
Civil society representative calls for global accountability and stronger action against terrorism during the 61st session in Geneva.
At the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, a civil society organization urged the international community to strengthen its response to terrorism and ensure accountability for attacks on civilians.
Speaking during the General Debate under Item 3, Mr. Yasser Laaroussi, representing the ECO FAWN Society, delivered an oral statement highlighting the devastating terrorist attack that occurred in Pahalgam on 22 April 2025.
Addressing delegates in French, Laaroussi paid tribute to the victims of the attack in the Baisaran Valley, describing the incident as a “cold-blooded assault against humanity itself.” He stressed that deliberately targeting civilians constitutes a grave violation of international human rights law and fundamental humanitarian principles.
According to the statement, the attack resulted in the tragic loss of 26 lives. Among the victims was local pony handler Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who reportedly attempted to shield visitors from harm, as well as a foreign national from Nepal.
Laaroussi emphasized that acts of terrorism represent a direct threat to the universal rights to life, liberty and personal security. He told the Council that terrorism in all its forms is a clear rejection of human dignity and civilized order.
“No political, ideological or strategic pretext can ever justify violence against innocent civilians,” he said.
The statement also warned that cross-border support or tolerance of terrorist groups can intensify threats to international peace and sovereignty.
Calling for greater international cooperation, Laaroussi urged member states to ensure that impunity does not prevail and to take stronger measures against those who harbor, finance or facilitate terrorist organizations.
The intervention by ECO FAWN Society reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to defending human rights, protecting victims of terrorism and strengthening international accountability mechanisms.
The organization concluded by emphasizing that remembrance of victims must be accompanied by collective international action so that justice, peace and human dignity prevail over violence and extremism.
Geneva | Special Correspondent
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