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Abarry

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first: 2020-01-08
most recent: 2023-12-13
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“The removal of obstructions to the flow of humanitarian aid into the country, particularly through the port of Al-Hudaydah and the airport in Sana’a, remains crucial to prevent Yemen from falling into large-scale famine. With regard to the situation of the FSO SAFER oil tanker, my delegation regrets that the United Nations team has still not obtained the necessary security guarantees for access to the tanker. The lack of response from the Houthis to the many requests from the United Nations is delaying the start of the inspection of the vessel and bringing us inexorably closer to the scenario of an oil spill or an explosion of the vessel. The current state of the FSO SAFER and the serious risks involved require urgent measures to prevent such a catastrophe. In conclusion, I would like to express our appreciation to Mr.”
2021-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8797 (2021) · source
“It is equally crucial to continue to work for the lifting of the blockades that are contributing to the deterioration of the humanitarian situation and the Yemeni people’s already difficult living conditions. While the war goes on, the humanitarian situation in Yemen continues to deteriorate today as it reaches unsustainable dimensions for the population, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the lack of funding for assistance programmes, the ongoing fighting in the country, and food insecurity. Today, more than 50,000 people are living in near-starvation conditions, and 5 million people are still at risk. The food rations that are sustaining thousands of Yemenis cannot be maintained at a steady pace without sustainable and predictable funding.”
2021-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8797 (2021) · source
“This violence is unacceptable and contrary to international humanitarian law; it seriously undermines efforts to restart the political process in the country, and it must stop immediately. We call on the Houthis to end their offensive on Ma’rib and comply with the coalition’s ceasefire proposals. My delegation remains convinced that a final and lasting solution to the crisis in Yemen can be found only through dialogue. We call on the Houthis and the Government to follow up on the proposals of Special Envoy Griffiths. Further, we call on the international community, actors from the region and members of the Security Council to continue to exert the pressure needed to bring the ceasefire talks that will put an end to the long- standing tragedy in Yemen to a successful conclusion as soon as possible.”
2021-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8797 (2021) · source
“Alas, these signs of hope quickly faded with the resumption of hostilities, demonstrating that the parties believe in military victory rather than a negotiated political solution. While the coalition’s outstretched hand and the strong diplomatic involvement at the regional and international levels are real reasons to continue to believe that the peace talks can be revitalized, the recent ballistic-missile and drone-bomb attacks that targeted a gas station in Ma’rib are very regrettable. The Niger condemns these attacks in the strongest terms. They have caused the tragic death of more than a dozen people, including a young girl, and left many injured. The Niger further condemns all the heinous crimes perpetrated in Yemen against the civilian population.”
2021-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8797 (2021) · source
“Mr. Abarry (Niger) (spoke in French): Mr. President, I would like, through you, to thank Mr. Martin Griffiths and Mr. Mark Lowcock for their briefings on the situation in Yemen. My thanks also go to Ms. Najiba Al Naggar for her poignant testimony. Her struggle, like that of her compatriot Shaikha Saida, is part of the rich history of the struggle being led by Yemeni women. I also welcome the presence of Ambassador Ali Fadhel Al-Saadi at today’s meeting. Over the six years of conflict in Yemen, we have had moments of hope, but, unfortunately, they have often been short-lived. The signing of the Stockholm agreement, the Riyadh agreement and the exchange of prisoners in October 2020 gave us hope that the Yemeni parties would take a patriotic step forward in the political process to end the conflict.”
2021-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8797 (2021) · source
“Finally, the A3+1 will support the extension of MINUSMA’s mandate for one year, which should be adjusted to reflect the reality on the ground, where there is no peace to keep, and to enable the Mission to ensure better protection of civilians and be more involved in the resolution of intercommunal violence in the country.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“While we appreciate the support of other partners and MINUSMA to the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel, the shortcomings of the support mechanism identified in the Secretary-General’s recent assessments and the suspension of military cooperation with Mali call, on the one hand, for a more robust mandate for MINUSMA and, on the other hand, for the removal of the additional task of supporting the Joint Force, pursuant to resolution 2391 (2017), in order to enable the Mission to focus on its strategic priorities, given the current situation on the ground. The establishment of the United Nations Support Office dedicated to this regional force and all other operational and effective support mechanisms are critical to that end.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“Moreover, the decisions that partners take must not aggravate the situation in Mali or jeopardize the achievements of the fight against terrorism in the region. In conclusion, the A3+1 would like MINUSMA’s next mandate to focus on supporting the Malian transition. The country will also need economic support for rebuilding. That is why we call on all of Mali’s partners and the international financial institutions to support the Malian people in this critical phase.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“In that context, the A3+1 encourages the Malian authorities to capitalize on the progress made in the first phase of the transition by ensuring that the timetable for the elections and the 18-month duration of the transition be respected, in accordance with the road map and the ECOWAS recommendations. We also encourage them to accelerate the implementation of the provisions of the peace agreement, the protection of civilians and the dialogue process in the centre of the country. Furthermore, the A3+1 believes that sanctions can only further complicate the already worrisome security and humanitarian situation in Mali. In that regard, we support the recommendations and decisions of the most recent ECOWAS summit on Mali.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“We believe that the support so desperately needed at this stage by the people of Mali must be driven by the aspirations of the Malian people, who should take ownership and be the central actors in the stabilization and reconciliation process in their country. In that respect, it is important to adjust international intervention, including the role of MINUSMA. Moreover, we call for better coordinated and more coherent interventions to maximize their effects and thereby give the transition and the establishment of stable democratic institutions a guarantee of stability and prosperity for the country and a better chance of success.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“We must act urgently to save the 5.9 million vulnerable people in Mali who need assistance, as a bad rainy season is likely to have grave consequences if the necessary aid is not provided in time. As duly noted by the Special Representative, the humanitarian situation, exacerbated by intercommunal conflicts and food insecurity induced by the effects of climate change, hinders stabilization and peacebuilding efforts in Mali. The A3+1 therefore believes that the analysis and integration of security risks related to climate change is necessary as part of MINUSMA’s mandate. In the light of what I have mentioned here, I would like to make several recommendations on behalf of the A3+1.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“In that regard, the announcement of Mali’s partners suspending military cooperation, including the phasing out of Operation Barkhane raises concerns for a Mali that is at a crossroads. With regard to MINUSMA’s adaptation plan, the results of the establishment and operationalization of the mobile task force have been compelling and encouraging. On the humanitarian front, the current situation in Mali and the Sahel is a source of great concern. The effects of the coronavirus disease pandemic and food insecurity necessitate urgent funding for the humanitarian response plan for 2021, of which only 14.3 per cent of the $563 million needed has been secured.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“We encourage them to focus on national unity and dialogue to advance the national reconciliation agenda. On the security front, Mali and other countries of the Sahel continue to be exposed to the horrors of terrorism. Moreover, the impact of the uncontrolled departure of foreign fighters and mercenaries, coupled with the proliferation of arms from Libya, underlines the urgent need for a sustainable and holistic solution for the Sahel. Violent extremism, intercommunal violence and transnational organized crime are on the rise and require greater attention from the Security Council. We remain concerned about the continued attacks on civilians, MINUSMA and regional and international armed forces.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“We take this opportunity to commend the ongoing commitment of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the crucial mediation role played by its Special Envoy and the African Union. The A3+1 also commends the good offices and efforts to promote reconciliation on the part of MINUSMA, which has consistently steered Malians to conciliatory positions, both at the national and local levels. Furthermore, we take note of the creation of the Cadre stratégique permanent by the Coordination des mouvements de l’Azawad and the Platform coalition of armed groups in order to optimize efforts to implement the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation on Mali and to operationalize joint mechanisms so as to better address the deteriorating security and humanitarian situation in Mali.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“First, with regard to the main observations, at the political level, we welcome the efforts of the Malians in having overcome recent turbulence and having gotten the transition process back on track, including the recent formation of a Government led by a civilian Prime Minister, Mr. Choguel Maïga. We call on the new executive to spare no effort in resolutely pursuing the implementation of the transitional road map, for which the electoral calendar has already been published. In that regard, it is more necessary than ever that the international community maintain its support for the transitional process until the holding of credible, inclusive and transparent elections in February 2022. The process must guarantee the full, equal and meaningful participation of women and youth.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“On the eve of the renewal of MINUSMA’s mandate, the attention of the international community has been drawn to both encouraging and sometimes disturbing events during the period under review. The A3+1 welcomes and appreciates the invaluable contribution that MINUSMA continues to make to the stabilization of Mali. We reiterate our support for its mandate, which is more necessary than ever at this crucial time in Mali’s march towards democratization, stabilization and reconciliation. We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Mali. I will focus my remarks on two aspects, namely, the main observations and the recommendations of the A3+1.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“Mr. Abarry (Niger) (spoke in French): At the outset, I would like to sincerely apologize for keeping the members of the Security Council waiting. I have the honour of making this statement on behalf of Kenya, Tunisia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and the Niger (A3+1). I would like to begin by thanking Mr. El-Ghassim Wane, Special Representative of the Secretary General Head of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), for his comprehensive briefing and efforts to stabilize Mali. Our thanks also go to Ms. Fatima Maiga, President of the Coalition des Femmes Leaders Nord, Sud et Centre du Mali, for her informative briefing. I also welcome the presence of the Permanent Representative of Mali, Mr. Issa Konfourou.”
2021-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8794 (2021) · source
“In conclusion, my delegation believes that the work of the United Nations should continue to benefit from the partnership support that the Organization has with the European Union, the African Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. By drawing on the comparative advantages afforded by those regional organizations, the United Nations will achieve its primary objective of maintaining international peace and security.”
2021-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8792 (2021) · source
“The European Union supports the implementation of the Secretary-General’s call to action to advance the human rights of all human beings. The human rights compliance framework signed with the countries of the Group of Five for the Sahel in that regard is an illustrative case. The adoption of the 2020-2024 Action Plan for Human Rights and Democracy is also to be welcomed. The Action Plan includes protecting and empowering individuals; building resilient, inclusive and democratic societies; promoting a global system for human rights and democracy; harnessing the opportunities and challenges of new technologies; and acting by working together. By promoting the rule of law and justice, that partnership is clearly helping to create conditions for the maintenance of peace and security in many regions of the world.”
2021-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8792 (2021) · source
“In addition, the EU cooperates with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the International Organization for Migration in providing advice on how to manage climate-induced displacement. In addition, with regard to the global response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, the European Union and its member States have mobilized €38.5 billion to address the humanitarian, health, social and economic consequences of the health crisis. In 2020, the EU-sponsored pledging conference raised $16 billion from donors around the world, providing a major boost to the prevention and treatment of and vaccine research for COVID-19. The United Nations and the European Union pool their efforts to strengthen cooperation on advancing, protecting and promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms.”
2021-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8792 (2021) · source
“In Libya, the European Union works closely with the United Nations, the League of Arab States and the African Union to help Libyan actors to make genuine progress towards reconciliation through a national dialogue and elections. We hope that the new European Union Naval Force Mediterranean Operation IRINI will further contribute to the fight against breaches of the arms embargo on Libya and to combating the smuggling of migrants in the Mediterranean. The fight against climate change is an area where the United Nations and the European Union, through pilot projects, are developing tools to combat the risks related to climate fragility.”
2021-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8792 (2021) · source
“They cooperate closely in providing political, financial and operational assistance to peace processes and peacekeeping operations. In Africa, for example, the partnership between the United Nations and the European Union manifests itself in the areas of conflict resolution and political, technical and financial support to countries in fragile situations. In that regard, we can cite the strategic advisory support missions and the training and equipping of defence and security forces through the European Union Common Security and Defence Policy missions in Niger and in Mali. In the area of peacekeeping, my delegation welcomes and appreciates the EU’s role in the quest for stability in the Sahel and the Horn of Africa through its support for the African Union Mission in Somalia.”
2021-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8792 (2021) · source
“Mr. Abarry (Niger) (spoke in French): I would like to thank Mr. Josep Borrell Fontelles, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, for his excellent briefing. Sharing the vision of a rules-based multilateral global governance system, the United Nations and the European Union respond to global crises, threats and challenges that require cooperation and coordination based on universal rules and values. Their partnership covers a variety of issues that are relevant to the challenges facing the world today. For example, in the area of conflict prevention, peacekeeping and crisis resolution, the United Nations and the European Union work together to help build effective long-term security and governance institutions and to conduct preventive diplomacy initiatives to address emerging crises.”
2021-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8792 (2021) · source
“That is why we support the renewal of the UNOCA mandate for three years, starting 1 September, so as to allow it to continue its integration efforts and address continuing fragilities in the region”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“We also welcome the fact that Burundi has resumed its place in the region and plays a positive role in regional dynamics. We welcome the efforts of the African Union and UNOCA in supporting regional cooperation. We also call for support for the ECCAS Commission in its partnership efforts with the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region. We thank the Peacebuilding Commission for its support for regional efforts towards economic cooperation, development and peacebuilding. In conclusion, the A3+1 welcomes the continued commitment and tireless efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General as he works with States and partners in the region.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“We therefore call on the United Nations, the African Union, UNOCA, ECCAS and all international partners to remobilize so as to provide funding for the humanitarian response plan. We are also deeply concerned about reports of continuing human rights violations and violations of international humanitarian law, including sexual and gender-based violence committed by armed groups and other actors alike. In spite of the region’s challenges, we welcome the development of regional cooperation and the diplomatic efforts of leaders of the region. We are also encouraged by efforts to normalize relations between Gabon and Equatorial Guinea for a peaceful and jurisdictional settlement of their border dispute through the International Court of Justice at The Hague.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“The humanitarian response plan for the current year requires funding of $362 million, of which, to date, only 18 per cent have been mobilized. The situation is even less encouraging in Chad, where more than 5.5 million people are in urgent need of humanitarian aid. In addition, the number of displaced persons continues to increase across Central Africa and the Republic of Congo. Cholera, measles and polio, combined with the effects of climate change, also have a considerable impact on the Lake Chad basin region, where more than 1.2 million people are in urgent need of humanitarian assistance. The recent eruption of the Nyiragongo volcano in the Democratic Republic of Congo has compounded an already grim situation.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“We must accelerate the implementation of the UNOCA- Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) joint strategic plan for the period 2021-2025 to bring about peace and stability. Still on the issue of security, we are also concerned about the increase in the number attacks and threats to maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea. We welcome the virtual ministerial meeting on 4 May of the Council for Peace and Security in Central Africa on strengthening mechanisms to combat maritime insecurity. The A3+1 is also concerned about the deterioration of the humanitarian situation in the region as a result of ongoing conflict, epidemics and natural disasters. According to United Nations statistics, more than 4.4 million people are in need of humanitarian aid in Cameroon.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“We therefore welcome the fact that, on 6 May, the International Criminal Court (ICC) sentenced an LRA commander to 25 years in prison for crimes against humanity and war crimes. The case was brought to trial in 2015. The sentencing by the ICC, which is the first for a member of the group, is a significant step forward in the quest for justice for the victims. It is also a watershed for international justice, as it was the first-ever successful prosecution of forced pregnancy and forced marriage. We therefore support the call for international support against the LRA, in response to the violence in Central Africa and the ongoing atrocities in several countries.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“We call for resolute action against the group. We also support the Secretary-General’s recommendation that coordination be strengthened between States and partners of the Lake Chad basin in order to address the threats posed by Boko Haram by focusing on their root causes and impact. We believe that the joint efforts of UNOCA, the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel and United Nations agencies, supported by analysis, advocacy and joint programmes, remain key to curbing the impact of Boko Haram in the region. The uptick in activities of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA), which continues to perpetrate attacks against civilians, in particular women and children, and engage in clashes with military forces in some countries, is also another major source of concern.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“Regarding Cameroon, while we welcome the efforts made by the authorities to advance the decentralization process, in line with the recommendations arising from the major national dialogue, we call on the parties to prioritize dialogue as the only way to restore peace in the North-West and South-West regions of the country. We deplore the incessant violence in north-western and south-western Cameroon, which has led to the displacement of some 4,200 people, as a result of attacks by separatist armed groups, employing improvised explosive devices, and attacks on schools and teachers. We are concerned about the increase in the number of attacks perpetrated by Boko Haram in the Lake Chad basin, which led to 145 civilian casualties in Cameroon and 199 in Chad between 1 December 2020 and 30 April this year.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“With regard to the political situation, we welcome the efforts of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA) to facilitate dialogue, cooperation and confidence-building initiatives so as to overcome regional challenges and national challenges, such as those in Cameroon, the Central African Republic and Chad. With respect to Chad and the communiqué adopted on 14 May by the Peace and Security Council of the African Union, we encourage transition authorities to do their utmost to promote inclusive dialogue, ensure that the timetable for the transition is respected and guarantee a return to constitutional order by installing a democratic Government based on free, credible and peaceful elections.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“We hope that those efforts will quickly pave the way for the revival of socioeconomic activity, on which the fate of the most vulnerable segments of society depend. In that regard, we are encouraged by the International Monetary Fund’s forecast for economic growth in the region. It serves as a strong signal of Africa’s resilience. With additional support in the context of the Building Back Better initiative, Africa can expect a complete economic recovery. We cannot stress enough the importance of jobs and shared growth for peace.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“We take this opportunity to reiterate our condolences to the people of Chad following the passing of President Idriss Deby Itno, as well as to the Multinational Joint Task Force of the Lake Chad basin and the families of all the soldiers who have fallen victim to Boko Haram. Our statement will focus on socioeconomic, political, security and humanitarian developments. On the socioeconomic front, the region has been severely affected in recent months by the effects of the coronavirus disease pandemic, as noted by the Special Representative, and the economic hardship it imposes. We commend the efforts of the States of the region, which have committed significant resources to stop the spread of the virus through the launching of vaccination campaigns.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“Mr. Abarry (Niger) (spoke in French): I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the three African States members of the Security Council — Kenya, the Niger and Tunisia — and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (A3+1). We thank Mr. François Louncény Fall, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Central Africa, for his comprehensive and very informative briefing. We commend the work done by the Special Representative to promote peace in the region through mediation and preventive diplomacy and to support electoral processes, conflict resolution, post-conflict reconstruction, peacebuilding and capacity-building in several areas.”
2021-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8787 (2021) · source
“To emerge from this particularly worrisome situation, Israel, the occupying Power, must take urgent and effective measures, under international humanitarian law, to ensure the well-being and survival of the population under its control. The Niger welcomes the tireless efforts of Mr. Tor Wennesland and reaffirms its full commitment to supporting all efforts of the international community towards a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8782 (2021) · source
“Despite the end of the fighting, the mix of all those elements explains the numerous humanitarian challenges that require urgent measures that would enable Gaza to recover and its population to have a semblance of normal life. We launch an urgent call for greater international generosity towards the long-suffering people of Gaza. The reconstruction and recovery of Gaza cannot be delayed, as thousands of innocent lives depend on it. The success of efforts towards a lasting easing of tensions also depend on it. We welcome the delivery of humanitarian convoys to Gaza, including from Egypt, and the financial aid already announced by some countries.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8782 (2021) · source
“Nearly 43 per cent of its population is unemployed and its population density is approximately 5,500 inhabitants per square kilometre. Its health system is on the verge of collapse as it grapples with a soaring coronavirus disease (COVID-19) transmission rate. This already tragic situation is compounded by the total or partial destruction of the remaining civilian infrastructure, on which the people of Gaza depended. The infrastructure affected includes schools and health facilities, including the central COVID-19 testing laboratories, as well as power lines, the drinking water supply system and commercial and residential buildings.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8782 (2021) · source
“Just as the African National Congress of South Africa fought against the contemptible system of apartheid, Palestinians have the right to fight for their freedoms, their territory and, quite simply, their human dignity in the face of oppression and colonialism. My delegation deplores the considerable loss of life caused by the recent escalation of violence between Israelis and Palestinians. While the loss of human life, including of women, children and even infants, is deeply regrettable, the death of defenceless Palestinian civilians under occupation is unacceptable. Bombing by the Israelis has left Gaza in a critical humanitarian situation. Long before current tensions erupted, the Gaza Strip — a veritable open-air prison — languished under the weight of an illegal blockade that has lasted 15 years.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8782 (2021) · source
“It must be set as a priority to permit these two peoples, who, for so long, have been subjected to violence and misunderstandings, to enjoy peaceful coexistence. However, if that is to occur, the underlying cause of the issue must be resolved — that is, ending Israel’s unrestrained settlement policy in the Palestinian territories, as expressly called for in resolution 2334 (2016). Furthermore, the continued settlement activity and injustice against the Palestinian people serve as a breeding ground for discontent and rebellion, which, in turn, leads to radicalization and violence. For Palestinians who have been bullied and martyred, the future must cease being perpetually bleak.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8782 (2021) · source
“The events of the past few weeks, like the other bloody episodes that have marked the tumultuous history of Israeli-Palestinian relations, teach us that the support of the international community is crucial in bringing the parties to engage in dialogue. We therefore call on the international community, the Quartet, the members of the Council and the regional actors that have influence on the parties to continue to put the necessary pressure in order to relaunch the peace process, which has stalled for several years. The achievement of the two-State solution, the only solution to the conflict, to which we had reiterated our strong commitment over the past weeks, must now not be paralysed in any way.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8782 (2021) · source
“We call on the parties to exercise the utmost restraint in refraining from taking any action that could jeopardize the ceasefire, as well as the calming and rebuilding of trust between them. That is an essential step for the resumption of the peace talks. The cessation of hostilities between Israelis and Palestinians and the return to calm, which we welcome today, remain the fruits of intense diplomatic efforts, both regionally and internationally. That all once again demonstrates the effectiveness of collective engagement in resolving conflicts, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In that regard, we commend the efforts of Egypt, Qatar, the United States, the United Nations and all the other actors in the great efforts to bring about a ceasefire between Israelis and Palestinians.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8782 (2021) · source
“The Niger has followed with great interest the latest developments in the region, in particular the ceasefire reached on 21 May between the Israelis and the Palestinians, putting an end to one of the most deadly escalations of violence of recent years. While the guns fell silent almost a week ago, the security situation on the ground remains precarious. The upsurge in incidents between Palestinians and the Israeli security forces, provocative speech and incitement to hatred, as well as the tensions observed in the West Bank, must demand the greatest vigilance on our part in order to prevent backsliding and guarantee overall respect for the ceasefire. In that regard, we welcome the visit to the region by United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken with a view to consolidating the hard-won truce between the parties.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8782 (2021) · source
“Mr. Abarry (Niger) (spoke in French): I would first like to thank Mr. Tor Wennesland for his comprehensive briefing on the situation in the Middle East. I also thank Mr. Philippe Lazzarini, whose agency is doing outstanding work in occupied Palestine, and Mr. Rashid Khalidi for their briefings. I welcome the presence here of the representatives of Palestine and Israel. I would also like to thank the Chinese presidency for the dynamism and effectiveness it has shown throughout this month in the organization of our various meetings on the situation in the Middle East, including today’s, which has given us the opportunity to meet in person.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8782 (2021) · source
“The draft annual report before the Council, which provides a summary of the activities and decisions of the Council for the past year, is the outcome of our collective efforts. As such, we hope it will meet with the approval of all members. We also hope that this document, which we will adopt in the next few moments, will provide the States Members of the United Nations and other interested organizations with useful information they might need in the course of their activities. In conclusion, I would like to pay tribute to all the experts on my team, who were able, in the allotted time frame, to skilfully complete the important task given to us by the Council.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8781 (2021) · source
“Lastly, I express my sincere thanks to the delegations of Belgium, the Dominican Republic, Germany, Indonesia and South Africa — which were members of the Council last year — for their valuable contributions. Looking back over the course of 2020, the first thing that comes to mind is the coronavirus disease pandemic and how it upended our lives and ways of working. The Security Council was not spared, insofar as, in mid-March 2020, under the wise leadership of Ambassador Zhang Jun, its members had to turn to virtual meetings in order to make it possible for the Council to exercise its mandate of safeguarding international peace and security. The Council’s proceedings were therefore unique, leading to the holding of video-teleconferences, with eventually the holding of some hybrid meetings that included in-person gatherings.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8781 (2021) · source
“Mr. Abarry (Niger) (spoke in French): At the outset, allow me to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this meeting to allow the Security Council to adopt the annual report on its activities, the drafting of whose introduction my country, the Niger, had the honour to coordinate. I would also like to thank all of the members of the Council and all those who participated in, and contributed to, our discussions with a view to finalizing the Council’s report for the year 2020. I extend special thanks to the Secretariat, in particular the Security Council Affairs Division, which throughout the drafting of the report spared no effort to provide us with the necessary technical advice.”
2021-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8781 (2021) · source
“My delegation believes that, whether with regard to humanitarian, political or chemical-weapon matters, respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria remains fundamental in the context of seeking any lasting resolution to the crisis in that country.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“All incidents of the use of chemical weapons in Syria must receive the same attention and be dealt with with the same diligence in order to reach an ultimate conclusion and assign responsibility. Thirdly, and finally, allegations that armed terrorist groups in Syria possess chemical substances and are threatening to use them during chemical-weapons attacks under a false flag must not be overlooked. My delegation reiterates, in that regard, its call on the United Nations and the OPCW Technical Secretariat to pay the greatest of attention to such allegations, which, if they turn out to be well-founded, will be extremely dangerous, not only for the region but for the entire world, as those weapons can be transferred to other non-State actors or other terrorist groups acting in other regions.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“Differences of opinion among Council members must give way to a calm and technical analysis of the findings of the investigations, so as to guarantee the integrity of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) itself. Moreover, the composition of all teams investigating any of the incidents reported must be inclusive and participatory to ensure their conclusions are not contested. Secondly, cooperation between Syria and the OPCW Technical Secretariat must continue in good faith to resolve all outstanding questions concerning Syria’s initial declaration, so as to ensure progress in the work of the Declaration Assessment Team. On this matter, too, doubts and disagreements must be overcome.”
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