NEW YORK (Diya TV) — India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday urged the international community to stand united against state-sponsored terrorism. He delivered the strong message while opening an exhibition titled “The Human Cost of Terrorism” at the United Nations headquarters.

The exhibition began just one day before Pakistan takes over the presidency of the UN Security Council for July.

Hosted by India’s Permanent Mission to the UN, the exhibition reveals the human cost of global terrorist attacks. It displays powerful visuals and personal stories from tragedies such as the 1993 Mumbai bombings, the 2008 Mumbai siege, and the recent Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir.

Jaishankar said the exhibit honors victims while reminding the world of the violence that terrorists continue to inflict.

“This is not just about history,” he said. “It’s about the lives that were shattered and the urgent need to stop such acts from happening again.”

In addition, the exhibition names several responsible groups, including Lashkar-e-Taiba, which operates from Pakistan.

Although Jaishankar didn’t mention Pakistan by name, his speech pointed to the country’s alleged support for terrorism.

“When any state uses terrorism as a weapon against a neighbor and fuels it with hatred, the world must take notice,” he said. “Publicly exposing that behavior is necessary.”

He added that global powers must not allow terrorists to act as proxies. Nations must also reject any form of nuclear intimidation.

“No country should offer safe havens to terrorists,” Jaishankar said. “And no sponsor should be allowed to hide behind excuses.”

Jaishankar also addressed the role of the UN, urging world leaders to do more than offer condolences.

“At the United Nations, remembrance must lead to action,” he said. “Terrorism directly opposes peace, human rights, and international law.”

He cited the UN Security Council’s recent condemnation of the Pahalgam attack. That response, he said, showed the kind of unity the world needs more often.

“When terrorists face consequences, the message becomes clear,” he added. “Zero tolerance must mean real accountability.”

During his three-day visit to the United States, Jaishankar will also attend the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on July 1. The group includes India, the U.S., Japan, and Australia.

Together, they aim to protect stability in the Indo-Pacific region. The ministers will assess their previous efforts, explore new areas of cooperation, and prepare for the next Quad Leaders’ Summit, hosted by India.

Key topics include maritime security, infrastructure development, and counterterrorism.

Before concluding his remarks, Jaishankar called on the global community to act together.

“Terrorism anywhere endangers peace everywhere,” he said. “We must speak out, take action, and defend the values extremists try to destroy.”

The exhibition will remain on display at the UN from June 30 to July 3 and from July 7 to July 11.

India’s message is firm: don’t ignore terrorism, especially when a state fuels it. Act now to prevent more loss.