Abstract

Literature ruling current documents in resolutions of the UN in coping with violence and extremism is based on the “Action” after violence. Although the UN has considered the issue “Fundamental Prevention” in case of extremism and violence over recent years, it seems that there is not any agreement on it among the UN members, in particular permanent members of the Security Council. Resolution against Violence and Extremism, which was submitted to General Assembly, emphasizes on initial prevention from violence and extremism criticizing use of force. According to this Resolution, if the reflected slogans are realized and if countries are adherent to law sovereignty in practice, it will be possible to cope with violence and extremism internationally. Otherwise, violence would change to extremism and “terrorism” gradually so that not only a country but also world community will be affected. Reliance of countries just on Security Council regardless of regional mechanisms against violence is a criticism against the UN. In this regard, regional organizations can better react to crises compared to trans-regional organizations in accordance with their knowledge about neighboring countries’ governments and people. The results of this study show there are some potential capacities in some countries, in Particular Islamic Republic of Iran, to persuade pacifist countries to cope with violence and extremism.

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