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Abushahab

lines on the record: 829
first: 2021-11-09
most recent: 2023-12-30
sittings or episodes: 155
sources: un-security-council

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“We encourage the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to heed the calls of the international community and return to dialogue without preconditions. We continue to be concerned that, while attention is focused on the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s unlawful ballistic-missile tests, the dire humanitarian needs of civilians in the country remain unmet. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea is in the midst of its lean agricultural season, when food insecurity is expected to be at its most acute. We strongly urge the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to re-establish its dialogue with the United Nations and enable the return of humanitarian organizations to the country as soon as possible.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“The Democratic People’s Republic should return to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and work to achieve peace in the Korean peninsula through complete, verifiable and irreversible denuclearization. In order to achieve this goal, we call on the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to allow the International Atomic Energy Agency to return to the country. Thirdly, the seventieth anniversary of the Korean Armistice is a sobering reminder that sustainable peace in the Korean peninsula remains elusive. All parties must double down on diplomatic efforts and dialogue to bring about stability and prosperity. Through constructive engagement, all concerns can be addressed at the negotiating table.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“It is reported that the so-called Hwasong-18 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) flew for approximately 74 minutes, potentially making it the longest flight ever for an ICBM by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. Furthermore, it demonstrates that the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s capabilities are becoming ever more dangerous and threatening. With the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s increased ballistic-missile activities since 2021, it is only a matter of time before there is a miscalculation or an accident resulting in the death of civilians. Secondly, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s actions with regard to its illegal ballistic-missile and weapons of mass destruction programme continue to violate the clear prohibitions set out by the Security Council.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“First, yesterday’s test was not an isolated event. It is reported to be the twentieth ballistic missile tested by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea this year, and the fourth of an intercontinental range. All these launches have been in flagrant violation of the Security Council’s resolutions. We reiterate our call on the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to respect its obligations and refrain from further launches. This most recent missile intercontinental ballistic- missile launch was another alarming example of the unlawful progression of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s nuclear and ballistic- missile capabilities.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s ongoing violations are eroding the non-proliferation regime and undermining our collective security. Once again, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea failed to provide advance warning of the launch, putting international civil aviation and maritime traffic at risk. These launches continue to pose an imminent threat to civilians in neighbouring countries, who live in fear of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s actions. We express our solidarity with the people of the Republic of Korea and Japan in the threats they face. We reaffirm that civilians anywhere, including within the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea itself, should not be subjected to arbitrary threats such as these. With regard to the most recent launch, I would like to make three points.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“I thank Assistant Secretary-General Khiari for his informative briefing, and I welcome the participation of both the representative of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and the representative of the Republic of Korea in today’s meeting. The United Arab Emirates joins the Secretary- General in his strong condemnation of the latest unlawful ballistic-missile launch by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea on 12 July. The United Arab Emirates’ message today is clear: this cycle of dangerous activities and escalation by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea must end. Furthermore, the Democratic People’s Republic’s proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and brinkmanship are threatening not only the security and stability of the region, but that of the wider world.”
2023-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9376 (2023) · source
“The Council can count on the United Arab Emirates’ constructive engagement in Council discussions regarding the requested expansion of the mandate of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia to support the Government in its efforts towards peace, and we reaffirm our full support for the Verification Mission under the leadership of Special Representative Ruiz Massieu. In conclusion, the growing and continued engagement between Colombia and the Council continues to be an important process for safeguarding the peace dividends achieved so far. It is also a clear representation of the international community’s commitment to peace in Colombia. That continued engagement and cooperation will provide the necessary support for Colombia to ensure long-term and sustainable security, stability and prosperity.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“That includes implementing the security guarantees, which are crucial to the success of the Agreement. That leads me to my third point. We remain concerned about the persistent violence against civilians, including former combatants and community leaders, which threatens efforts for peacebuilding and reconciliation. We recognize that the ongoing peace talks, including the recent six-month ceasefire agreement with the Ejército de Liberación Nacional, are another tool for tackling violence in Colombia.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“Expanding women’s political participation is an important step, but it must be coupled with measures that address the increased security risks and violence against women and girls, particularly conflict-related sexual violence. That includes using existing mechanisms, such as the various components of the Comprehensive System for Truth, Justice, Reparation and Non-Repetition, to advance the protection and promotion of women and girls across Colombian society. Secondly, we commend the approach of the National Reintegration Council to ensuring a sustainable strategy for the reintegration of former combatants. Those men and women honoured their commitment to the Final Agreement and facilitating their effective and safe reintegration into Colombian society should remain a priority.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“At the outset, I thank Special Representative Carlos Ruiz Massieu for his valuable briefing and continued work in Colombia. We listened carefully to Ms. Diana Salcedo López, and I welcome the participation of Foreign Minister Álvaro Leyva Durán in today’s meeting. I would like to focus on three main points today. First, the United Arab Emirates welcomes the Government of Colombia’s continued dedication and the steps it has taken to implement the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace. That includes the recently approved National Development Plan, which embeds the peace agreement in its foundations. We are also encouraged by efforts to implement the ethnic chapter and rural reform, while also stressing the need to prioritize the implementation of the gender provisions of the Agreement.”
2023-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9374 (2023) · source
“In conclusion, the United Arab Emirates takes attacks on cross-border critical infrastructure extremely seriously. They must never be tolerated, and we expect to see those responsible held to account.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9373 (2023) · source
“We also note the heightened international interest in this issue and recognize the legitimate equities at stake, and we therefore encourage cooperation between all the relevant countries and entities. In that vein, we welcome the updates on the status of the investigations offered to the Council by Denmark, Germany, and Sweden through their joint letters of 21 February (S/2023/126) and 10 July (S/2023/517) addressed to the President of the Security Council. We appreciate the increased information-sharing reflected in yesterday’s letter. As the investigations are still ongoing, it will be vital to refrain from prejudging their outcomes. We await their swift conclusion, the transparent communication of their findings and timely updates, as appropriate.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9373 (2023) · source
“The United Arab Emirates reaffirms its unequivocal condemnation of September’s acts of sabotage targeting the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines in the Baltic Sea. Such attacks threaten international security, stability and prosperity. They are dangerously disruptive to global energy markets, which depend on international collaboration, and cause significant ecological damage. They merit the sober attention of the Security Council and the concern of the international community. Furthermore, we underscore our respect and support for the ongoing national investigations by the competent authorities in all the relevant countries, and we continue to monitor their progress.”
2023-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9373 (2023) · source
“Extremism also poses a genuine risk that leads to the recurrence of conflict, as acknowledged by resolution 2686 (2023), which the Security Council adopted last month. Finally, we welcome the beginning of the safe transfer of oil from the FSO SAFER tanker, as part of the efforts led by the United Nations. We also acknowledge the commendable efforts of the Netherlands in that regard. We reiterate our continued support for all regional and international efforts aimed at ending the conflict and achieving stability and progress in Yemen. We look forward with hope and optimism to the day when Yemen recovers and when peace and prosperity have prevailed.”
2023-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9370 (2023) · source
“The Houthis also continue to wage an economic war against the Yemeni people and Government, which exacerbates human suffering, by targeting oil facilities and ports in the governorates of Shabwah and Hadramout, restricting trade movement within the country, threatening companies and banks and forcing them to import goods solely through Al-Hudaydah ports. In addition, the Houthis continue to arbitrarily confiscate land, buildings and private property. They even threatened to damage the infrastructure for the production and export of oil and gas in the governorate of Ma’rib. The Houthis are also exploiting summer camps and school curriculums to sow the seeds of hatred and extremism among children. Such actions are not only a violation of children’s rights.”
2023-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9370 (2023) · source
“Given that situation, it is necessary to accelerate the conclusion of a permanent ceasefire agreement, accompanied by a series of confidence-building measures, such as opening roads, unifying the economy, paying salaries and exchanging prisoners. Such an agreement would form the necessary basis for starting a political dialogue among the Yemeni parties aimed at reaching a comprehensive and sustainable political solution. Yemen is facing immense humanitarian challenges. The Houthi group is still imposing severe restrictions on the delivery of aid and the movement of humanitarian personnel, especially women. Furthermore, they continuously meddle in the selection process of aid recipients, employing illegitimate systems that they have established.”
2023-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9370 (2023) · source
“That has included artillery attacks and drone strikes and has resulted in many civilian casualties, including among children. Just last week, there was an attack that injured five children in the district of Hays. The situation requires us to assume our vital role, to firmly demand that the Houthis stop those attacks immediately and to refrain from any attempts to rekindle the flames of war. Any escalation or step in that direction is a source of great concern, especially given the Houthis’ continued build-up of their military arsenal since the beginning of the truce, including through smuggling operations in flagrant violation of resolution 2216 (2015).”
2023-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9370 (2023) · source
“The time has come to establish comprehensive peace that is not merely a truce, one that achieves national reconciliation and the fair distribution of wealth among all Yemenis. In that context, we reaffirm the full support of the United Arab Emirates for the efforts of the United Nations at both the humanitarian and political levels. We also appreciate the role of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in defusing tensions in Yemen, which has witnessed the longest period of relative calm since the beginning of the crisis. We acknowledge the role of the Sultanate of Oman in mediating and reconciling the viewpoints split by war. Despite the restraint shown by Yemeni Government forces, there is an unjustified escalation by the Houthis on various fronts — in Taiz, Ma’rib, Shabwah, Al-Hudaydah and Al-Dhale.”
2023-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9370 (2023) · source
“First, we call upon the Houthis to fully comply with the resolution and remove all obstacles and restrictions to the Mission’s freedom of movement. That includes allowing unannounced and unobstructed visits to the ports. Secondly, we call upon the Houthis to provide the revenue from the port of Al-Hudaydah for the benefit of the Yemeni people, including the disbursement of salaries owed, in accordance with the Stockholm Agreement, and to stop using those funds to finance their military operations. We fully recognize the recent positive developments on the Yemeni file and the progress made towards maintaining the truce first achieved more than a year ago. However, we must recall that the Yemeni people, worn down by war, deserve a better reality, one that assures them a dignified life without war.”
2023-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9370 (2023) · source
“Mr. Abushahab (United Arab Emirates) (spoke in Arabic): I thank Mr. Hans Grundberg, Ms. Joyce Msuya and Mr. David Gressly for their valuable briefings. I welcome the participation of His Excellency Mr. Jaap Slootmaker, Vice-Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and His Excellency Ambassador Abdullah Al-Saadi, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Yemen, in today’s meeting. I would also like to welcome today’s unanimous adoption of resolution 2691 (2023), which extends the mandate of the United Nations Mission to Support the Hodeidah Agreement (UNMHA). I also express our appreciation to the United Kingdom, as penholder, for introducing and facilitating the resolution.”
2023-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9370 (2023) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 12.05 p.m.”
2023-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9351 (2023) · source
“The Council must therefore seriously consider the current sanctions regime and ensure that it reflects the current reality in Libya and supports its national efforts, rather than becoming a means of disruption. In conclusion, the United Arab Emirates reaffirms its support for Libya’s sovereignty, independence and national unity. We hope that all efforts will be aimed at overcoming political divisions, putting Libyan interests above all, preserving and protecting Libya’s natural resources and frozen assets and realizing the aspirations of the brotherly Libyan people towards building a State that enjoys sustainable peace. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of Libya.”
2023-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9351 (2023) · source
“The unification of military and security institutions across the country must also proceed. We again urge all parties to avoid any escalatory actions or practices threatening the safety of civilians. We are fully committed to international efforts aimed at supporting the security situation in Libya. However, we have concerns and observations to share about the effectiveness of the mechanisms authorized to implement the arms embargo and the extent of compliance with it. Ignoring the positions and legal interpretations of the Member States regarding the arms embargo and its selective application can undermine national capacity- building in Libya. To maintain Libya’s counter-terrorism gains, the measures adopted by the Council must not impede the efforts of the Libyan forces to address security threats, especially in southern Libya.”
2023-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9351 (2023) · source
“In that connection, we welcome the meeting held in May, in Tripoli, of the security working group of the Berlin process with the United Nations Support Mission in Libya as part of the continued meetings held by the 5+5 Joint Military Commission in various regions of Libya. Those encouraging steps, in addition to the release of prisoners, demonstrate the commitment of the military leaders to support the implementation of the ceasefire agreement and the determination of the national leaders to participate in those meetings. We hope that those steps will contribute to boosting national morale among the Libyan people. Actual steps must also be taken on the ground, including the withdrawal of all foreign forces, foreign fighters and mercenaries in a simultaneous, phased, gradual and balanced manner.”
2023-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9351 (2023) · source
“While the efforts related to the electoral process continue, we underscore the importance of focusing on national reconciliation and dialogue, which are essential to building trust among the parties, healing divisions and achieving the national unity that is imperative to ensuring stability in Libya. Accordingly, we support the efforts by the Presidential Council, the African Union and the League of Arab States to ensure the success of national reconciliation efforts for the sake of all Libyans. Establishing security in Libya is also essential for building a stable State.”
2023-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9351 (2023) · source
“In that context, we stress the importance of ensuring the full, meaningful and equal participation of women in those efforts and of safeguarding their safety and dignity. We reiterate the importance of keeping the political process on track, which is critical to achieving a Libyan-led and -owned permanent political settlement that can enable Libya to put the past behind it and end its internal divisions. It is therefore important to continue the diplomatic efforts, including those under the auspices of the United Nations. The good offices of Mr. Bathily and his team play a vital role in bridging Libyans’ views. We also value the continued efforts of Morocco and Egypt in supporting the Libyans and providing an environment conducive to a dialogue that contributes to achieving constitutional progress.”
2023-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9351 (2023) · source
“I shall now make a statement as the representative of the United Arab Emirates. I thank Special Representative of the Secretary- General Mr. Abdoulaye Bathily and Mr. Kimihiro Ishikane, Permanent Representative of Japan, in his capacity as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya, for their comprehensive briefings. I also thank Ms. Imneina for her briefing and welcome Ambassador Elsonni to this meeting. With regard to recent developments in Libya, I would like to express our hope that the Libyan people can resolve their outstanding issues, reach the consensus needed to adopt the laws required for holding legislative and presidential elections, end the transitional phases and meet their aspirations for security and stability.”
2023-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9351 (2023) · source
“I thank Ms. Imneina for her briefing. As a result of a number of technical difficulties during Ms. Imneina’s briefing, we will distribute the text of that statement at a subsequent stage. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2023-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9351 (2023) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Libya to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Abdoulaye Bathily, Special Representative of the Secretary- General for Libya and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya; and Ms. Abeir Imneina, Head of WASHM Center for Women’s Studies. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear briefings by Mr. Bathily, Mr. Kimihiro Ishikane, Permanent Representative of Japan, in his capacity as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya, and Ms. Imneina.”
2023-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9351 (2023) · source
“In conclusion, we affirm our eagerness to continue cooperation with the members of the Council on this issue, especially as the date of UNITAD’s current mandate ends in September. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of Iraq.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“We also commend the achievements made by the team in digitizing and archiving evidence and providing training programmes related to document and evidence management, as well as using modern technology in its work, especially in investigations having to do with mass graves and the exhumation of remains and revealing details of the facts related to the excavation of such graves. We hope that those practices will help develop local working methods that can be used in similar investigations in other regions around the world. To complement those efforts, we believe it will be important to transfer knowledge to Iraqi experts by appointing more of them to UNITAD’s core work teams.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“At the same time, we believe it is important that the Council remain seized of the progress in the handover of evidence in the coming period and seriously consider all available options to facilitate that. While we welcome UNITAD’s efforts to support the trials of Da’esh criminals in third countries, we stress the importance of those efforts being carried out in advance and in full coordination with Iraq. The United Arab Emirates commends UNITAD’s efforts to build the capacities of the relevant judicial and security authorities in Iraq, particularly in conducting investigations and forensic digital support.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“To support those efforts, it is important for the UNITAD Team to share evidence with the Iraqi authorities and do so within an appropriate time frame, in accordance with resolution 2651 (2022). We hope that the results of those investigations will contribute to supporting all of the Iraqi Government’s other efforts to achieve justice for the victims in various ways. We also welcome the formation of a joint working group between UNITAD and a number of governmental institutions in Iraq and hope that those efforts will be successful in ensuring the drafting of national legislation on core international crimes to form a legal framework supporting the prosecution of perpetrators of such crimes.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“We welcome the recent progress made across several lines of investigation, particularly those concerning crimes carried out by Da’esh in and near Mosul, the group’s former stronghold. We call for an expansion of the investigations into the organizational and financial structures of Da’esh in Mosul to help to uncover additional leads about the identities of the perpetrators of crimes in that area, including the Badush prison massacre, the group’s role in the development and use of biological and chemical weapons and the destruction of cultural and religious heritage sites and their exploitation for terrorist and political purposes. We support UNITAD’s continued investigations into the most serious international crimes committed by Da’esh, including those that targeted women and children in Sinjar and other areas.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of the United Arab Emirates. I thank the Special Adviser, Mr. Ritscher, for his important briefing, and I welcome the participation of the representative of Iraq in this meeting. At the outset, I would like to stress the importance of the efforts undertaken by the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD), which has made continued progress in collecting and analysing evidence of crimes carried out by Da’esh in Iraq. That will allow the Iraqi authorities to use the evidence in national prosecutions. We also stress the need to continue holding those criminals accountable so as to be an example for other criminals who commit such heinous crimes around the world.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“I thank Mr. Ritscher for his briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2023/367, which contains the text of a letter dated 22 May 2023 from the Special Adviser and Head of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant addressed to the President of the Security Council. I now give the floor to Mr. Ritscher.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Iraq to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Christian Ritscher, Special Adviser and Head of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. Threats to international peace and security Letter dated 22 May 2023 from the Special Adviser and Head of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/2023/367)”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“On behalf of the members of the Security Council, I would like to condemn in the strongest terms the heinous attack perpetrated on 26 May against the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), which claimed the lives of more than 50 Ugandan peacekeepers. The members of the Security Council convey their deepest condolences to the families of the victims, the Government and the people of Uganda and ATMIS. The peacekeepers were operating under a Security Council mandate in order to provide a more secure future for the people of Somalia. We commemorate their ultimate sacrifice in the cause of peace. I would therefore like to ask all present in the Chamber to stand and join me in observing a minute of silence in solemn commemoration of the victims. The members of the Security Council observed a minute of silence.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“The damage to a productive farming region puts further strain on an already challenged global food system. We call upon all parties to ensure the safety of those that have been displaced and enable humanitarian organizations to provide assistance to those impacted by the flooding. The United Arab Emirates reiterates that the cessation of hostilities throughout Ukraine is the only certain way to prevent further harm to the civilian population and prevent a nuclear disaster. We call for de-escalation and dialogue to drive the conflict towards a peaceful, sustainable solution in line with the Charter of the United Nations, and we stand willing to support any serious effort to that end. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of Ukraine.”
2023-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9340 (2023) · source
“Already 16,000 people, including thousands of children, are reported to have been forced to evacuate their homes and evacuations continue, including in parts of Kherson city. Those evacuations are particularly challenging for the elderly. We have heard from Under-Secretary Griffiths that 40 villages are already submerged or partially submerged, with more at risk. The town of Nova Kakhovka is already submerged. There are reports of water contamination and civilian water systems being damaged. The United Nations is providing emergency drinking water and purification tablets to affected people. Conflict and challenges to the export of Ukrainian grain have impacted global food security. Floods have damaged farmland, and there are reports that farm animals that could not be evacuated have drowned.”
2023-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9340 (2023) · source
“The Nova Kakhovka Reservoir played a crucial role in cooling the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant. According to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the plant is now relying on the backup cooling pool for that critical function. Since the start of the war, the world has narrowly avoided nuclear disaster more than once. That act has only further increased the risks. As an immediate step, we encourage all parties to work with the IAEA to ensure that the cooling mechanism is functioning and that there are appropriate backup systems in place. We also urge all parties to cooperate with the IAEA to de-escalate the situation in the area of the plant and ensure its long-term, safe functioning. The humanitarian consequences of the destruction of the dam are significant.”
2023-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9340 (2023) · source
“Like nuclear power plants, dams are afforded special protection against attack, even if there is a military objective, owing to the dangerous forces contained therein and the risks to civilian populations. We further recall the fundamental principles of necessity, proportionality and distinction and note that the destruction of part of the dam has led to significant damage to other civilian infrastructure owing to flooding. The Council also reaffirmed, in resolution 2417 (2018), the need to spare from harm the means of food production such as farms, many of which have been destroyed by the flooding. All parties must comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law. The destruction of the dam also increases the risk of an unimaginable nuclear accident.”
2023-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9340 (2023) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of the United Arab Emirates. I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Griffiths for his valuable briefing today. The destruction of parts of the Nova Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant and dam has led to large-scale flooding from the reservoir with wide-ranging and serious consequences. The Nova Kakhovka Reservoir was so large locals referred to it as the “Kakhovka Sea”, and it provided water for drinking, industrial activities and agriculture. The reservoir is also the source of the water required to cool the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant. The destruction of the dam has created an ecological, humanitarian and nuclear safety risk. International humanitarian law could not be clearer about the need to protect dams in times of conflict.”
2023-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9340 (2023) · source
“I thank Mr. Griffiths for his briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2023-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9340 (2023) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Latvia, Poland and Ukraine to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Martin Griffiths, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I give the floor to Mr. Griffiths.”
2023-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9340 (2023) · source
“Lastly, we reaffirm the call made in the final communiqué of the Arab League Summit held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, last week to step up efforts to reach a comprehensive and just settlement of the Palestinian question in accordance with the agreed international references, particularly the Arab Peace Initiative and the relevant international resolutions. We stress that the Palestinian people deserve to live in security, peace and dignity.”
2023-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9328 (2023) · source
“We note, however, that improving living conditions in the occupied Palestinian territory requires, above all, putting an end to the ongoing settlement activities, demolitions, displacement and restrictions on the movement of people and goods. They all constitute violations of international law, including international humanitarian law, and further exacerbate humanitarian and economic conditions. We condemn the recent order by the Israeli Government to establish a permanent presence in one of the outposts in the northern West Bank and all attempts to legitimize such settlement outposts.”
2023-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9328 (2023) · source
“In that regard, we look forward to building on the meetings held in Aqaba, Jordan, and Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, while maintaining the progress achieved during the talks. The humanitarian and economic conditions in the occupied Palestinian territory remain a matter of great concern, which is particularly worrisome with regard to the Gaza Strip, which cannot withstand any further escalation. Its population is already grappling with high levels of poverty and unemployment, while also trying to recover from the events of recent years. In that context, we welcome this month’s meeting of the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee for the Coordination of the International Assistance to Palestinians to discuss the challenges involved in improving the economic conditions of the Palestinian people and potential solutions.”
2023-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9328 (2023) · source