Summary: 11 March 2009, Brussels - On the occasion of the fifth European Day for the Victims of Terrorism, the European Commission remembers and honours those who have lost their lives in terrorist events in Europe and elsewhere in the world and those who still bear the mental and physical scars of these tragic events. The European Commission stands united with victims, their families and their friends.
Vice President Barrot stresses, "It is extremely important that we have dedicated this day to the victims of terrorism to show that our solidarity with all victims of terrorist attacks will never come to an end."
Five years ago the most terrible terrorist attacks on European ground took place in Madrid. Since then March 11 is the European Day for the victims of terrorism. In a video message for the European Network of Victims of Terrorism, Vice-President Jacques Barrot emphasises that this day is an occasion to once again express sympathy with the victims and with their families and friends. It is obvious that there can never be adequate compensation for the victims or for the families and loved ones of
the victims of terrorism. However, the Commission tries to support them, amongst others by assisting to finance projects aiming at improving victims' lives and by actively promoting solidarity with them. The Commission hopes that this small contribution can offer them some assistance in the difficult task of having to cope with such an experience. In addition, the Commission will continue its efforts to combat terrorism without, however, giving up the respect of fundamental rights. "This day
also gives us an opportunity to demonstrate clearly that no terrorist will ever be able to diminish or even destroy our strong faith in the core values which we share, such as the fundamental rights", Vice President Barrot says. Today's day for the victims of terrorism shows that terrorist acts will never pay off. There will never be a justification for them.
To find out more about Vice-President Jacques Barrot work please visit his website:
http://ec.europa.eu/commission_barroso/barrot/welcome/default_en.htm
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