The United Nations' Approach to Combating Cyber Terrorism

Abstract

The threats arising from terrorist activities are no longer confined to specific territories and have transformed into a global menace. Terrorism targets values that underpin the United Nations Charter, including respect for human rights, the rule of law, laws and regulations protecting civilians during war, tolerance among nations and states, and the peaceful resolution of disputes. Consequently, the United Nations has drafted numerous conventions addressing cyber terrorism. Several resolutions have also been issued by the Security Council, urging states to combat terrorism. This study, conducted using a descriptive-analytical method and library resources, aims to identify the United Nations' approach to combating cyber terrorism. The findings indicate that the United Nations' resolutions impose uniform obligations on all 191 member states, obligations that exceed the provisions of anti-terrorism conventions and protocols, which only a limited number of states are parties to. These obligations are binding for all states worldwide, regardless of their membership in the aforementioned conventions.