World on terror alert: Security ramped up in major cities over Christmas after Berlin truck assault

Terrorist organizations are a serious affront to human nature. People cannot afford to be cold and sit on the sidelines at this time. They must arise and take care of each other, and act to prevent further terrorist attacks from occurring. All nations, including those of the Islamic world, should adhere to the rule of law and institute standards in line with the spirit of the constitution. Authoritarian regimes cannot be allow to abuse human rights; and the people should be free of fear. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.