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Victims of Terrorism Remembrance Day 2026: Theme Healing Through Memory

22 August 20261 min read
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRSVictims of TerrorismRemembrance Day2026: Theme HealingThrough Memory22 August 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The UN marked its annual day for terrorism victims on 21 August 2026, with a theme centred on remembrance and recovery.

Key facts

  • Date: 21 August.
  • Origin: UNGA, 2017, Resolution A/RES/72/165.
  • 2026 theme: ‘Healing Through Memory’.
  • Focus: honouring victims and survivors, and backing their recovery, rehabilitation and reintegration.
  • Highlight: a UN event discussed online harms faced by victims.

Exam angle

  • Date: 21 August.
  • Established: 2017 by the UNGA.
  • Resolution number: A/RES/72/165.

Test yourself

1. On which date is the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism observed?

It was observed on 21 August 2026.

2. The 2026 theme of the Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism was:

The 2026 theme was 'Healing Through Memory'.

3. In which year did the UN General Assembly establish the Day of Remembrance for terrorism victims?

It was established in 2017 through Resolution A/RES/72/165.

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