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Malala: Books and Education Terrify Extremists

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11 Apr 2026 - 09:43
The Kabul Tribune (KT) - Malala Yousafzai, UN Messenger of Peace, has said that extremists fear books and pens, and that the power of education frightens them.

She emphasized that education is essential for achieving all 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

Malala also said that terrorism cannot be stopped only through force and weapons, but must be addressed through knowledge and education for long-term impact. She added that while guns can kill terrorists, only education can address the root causes of extremism.

She stressed that eliminating extremism requires stronger education systems and greater awareness among young people.