UN pays tribute to victims of Mogadishu’s attacks

The United Nations (UN) has paid tribute to the victims killed or wounded in recent attacks in Somalia by Alshabab as the world marked the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism.

In a statement, the United Nations in Somalia said it honored the many Somalis who have been affected by such violence and urged that they and their families be provided both immediate and longer-term support.

the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Somalia, James Swan said The United Nations stands in solidarity with all Somali victims and survivors of terrorism as they heal from their trauma, along with their families and communities.

The UN General Assembly established the International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism in 2017 to honour and support the victims and survivors of terrorism and to promote and protect the full enjoyment of their human rights and fundamental freedoms.