S. Jaishankar urged the international community to unite against terrorism, emphasizing zero tolerance and accountability. He inaugurated "The Human Cost of Terrorism" exhibition at the UN, showcasing global terror attacks, including the Pahalgam strike. Jaishankar called for exposing state-sponsored terrorism and highlighted the exhibition's tribute to victims, urging the UN to act decisively against this grave threat.
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