“intimidation” that could “harm national unity,” prevent the application of the country’s constitution or laws, or “damage the
economy.”
The United Nations special rapporteur on human rights and counterterrorism, in a 2009 report, stated: “The definitions of
terrorist crimes should be confined exclusively to activities that entail or are directly related to the use of deadly or serious
violence against civilians…. The proscription of terrorist organizations, including the application of criminal responsibility of
its members, must be made on the basis of factual evidence of activities that are of a genuine terrorist nature as well as of the
actual involvement of the individuals concerned.”
The UN General Assembly in 2006 emphasized respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms as part of a Global
Counter-Terrorism Strategy, and recognized that “development, peace and security, and human rights are interlinked and
mutually reinforcing.” As part of that process, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime in 2009 released “Model Legislative
Provisions Against Terrorism,” based on contributions from agencies across the UN system.
“Jordan’s responsibilities to safeguard its citizens and their rights are not in conflict,” Stork said. “Jordan does not need to
curtail speech in order to stop terrorism.”
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