UN General Assembly
2011

gains true relevance and meaning. “Ten days ago, this very city marked the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. On behalf of the people of Afghanistan, who have experienced the scourge of terrorism in its worst imaginable form, I pay homage and respect to the memory of the 9/11 tragedy and commiserate with the people of the United States for their sense of loss, which this anniversary has rekindled. “On this occasion, I urge the Assembly to also reflect on the millions of lives around the world that were touched by terror and violence before 9/11 and those that have been lost to terrorist violence over the 10 years since. “My country, Afghanistan, has suffered the most, but many — from Pakistan to India, Iraq, Europe and many others around the world — have fallen victim to this modern-day enemy of peace. I urge the Assembly to also honour the sacrifices many nations have made in the fight against terrorism around the world. Above all, however, I ask that we pause and take stock of