Identifying the Rules Governing the Criminalization of Nuclear Terrorist Acts within the Framework of the 2005 Convention

On April 13, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the International Convention on the Threat of Nuclear Terrorism, ending more than seven years of negotiations on the document. The treaty criminalizes the possession, use or threatened use of radioactive materials by non-state actors, their accomplices and organizers "with the intent to cause death or serious bodily injury" or environmental or financial damage.

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The comprehensive approach of this convention aims to be a framework for the implementation of national and regional governments' activities by developing and expanding international cooperation to deal with nuclear terrorist acts.

The most important legal and technical mechanism against nuclear terrorist acts can be the diligent actions of the international community in controlling and monitoring the transportation of nuclear materials and various weapons under the strict supervision of the United Nations.