Overview of the Legal Aspects of Bioterrorism and its Threats

BackgroundTerrorism manifests itself in various forms. Bioterrorism is a new form of it, which has emerged with weapons and perilous consequences, including killing human beings. In this context, this research seeks ways to deal with it.Materials and MethodsThis research has been done using library resources in a descriptive-analytical manner.Ethical ConsiderationsHonesty and fidelity in writing the text have been observed.FindingsBioterrorism is based on human knowledge. Among the solutions that can reduce the dangers of bioterrorism are preventing the globalization of bioterrorism, imposing severe penalties for the perpetrators, identifying and introducing users of bioterrorism, and monitoring related scientific sites.ConclusionBioterrorism has become a serious and international threat in the contemporary world. At first glance, efforts should be made to eradicate it and then reduce its threat. Moreover, the international community must make severe and strict laws against this threat. Therefore, criminal law is necessary. Also, monitoring scientific sites is one way to deal with bioterrorism.

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terrorism ، Bioterrorism ، Legal Solutions ، confrontation ، Threats