YouSaid · the spoken record

Al-Jaafari

lines on the record
23
first
2014-09-19
most recent
2015-12-18
sittings or episodes
3
sources
un-security-council

Every line below is reproduced as it was said and linked to the record it came from. Nothing here is summarised or generated. Directory · Search · Corrections

  1. “We entrust the security, unity and territorial integrity of Iraq to the Council, which has stressed, in all of its resolutions, the inherent right of Member States, including Iraq, to individual or collective self- defence, in accordance with Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations, should it be subject to armed attack. Iraq will take all necessary measures to end such hostile acts, which are an affront to good-neighbourly relations and threaten international peace and security.”

    2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7589 (2015) · source

  2. “First, it must condemn the Turkish occupation and the illegal incursion against the will ofa founding State Member of the United Nations f the State of Iraq - in breach of the rules and provisions of the Charter of the United Nations and the norms of international law. Secondly, it must demand that Turkey withdraw its troops immediately and ensure, by all available means and measures, their immediate and unconditional withdrawal to the internationally recognized borders between the two countries. It must also ensure the non-recurrence of such unilateral actions, which undermine international relations, exacerbate sectarian and nationalist tensions in the region, and expose regional and international security to significant risks.”

    2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7589 (2015) · source

  3. “The Turkish delegation agreed in principle to withdraw, but asked for time to declare the withdtrawal after its return to Ankara. We were surprised that the delegation refused to withdraw those troops so as to end this serious Violation of Iraqi sovereignty and security, which represents a flagrant Violation of the principles of the Charter of the United Nations, the provisions of international law and the relevant Security Council resolutions. As Iraq is committed to the framework of international legitimacy represented by the Security Council, which has a unique responsibility in the maintenance of international peace and security, Iraq requests the Council to assume its international legal responsibilities under the Charter of the United Nations and to adopt a clear and explicit resolution with the following provisions.”

    2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7589 (2015) · source

  4. “Failure to address any Violation against Iraq's sovereignty will encourage other Violations of its security and territorial integrity by other counties. Iraq has spared no effort and exhausted all diplomatic channels and bilateral negotiations with Turkey in order to persuade that country to withdraw its unauthorized forces from Iraq. On 6 December, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs summoned the Turkish Ambassador in Baghdad and presented him with an official protest, demanding that the Turkish Government issue a statement clarifying the circumstances and background of the incursion of the Turkish troops. Baghdad also received a delegation from Turkey and made it clear that Turkish troops that had entered the country without the consent of and coordination with the Iraqi federal Government must be withdrawn.”

    2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7589 (2015) · source

  5. “Iraq has previously made this clear in its letters to the Security Council, which were reaffirmed again in a letter to the President of the Security Council dated 11 December 2015 (S/2015/963, annex). While Iraq welcomes the efforts of the international community and its assistance to Iraq in its battle against Daesh, which controls some Iraqi cities, Iraq rejects any prejudice to its sovereignty. Counter-terrorism operations within the framework of the international coalition must be made with the knowledge of the Iraqi federal Government and after consultations with the Iraqi armed forces, and in full respect for the provisions of the Iraqi Constitution and the will and inclusivity of the elected national Government.”

    2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7589 (2015) · source

  6. “This constitutes a serious Violation of Iraqi sovereignty and the principles of international law relating to good-neighbourly relations, mutual respect and non-interference in the internal affairs of Member States, in accordance with Article 2 of the Charter of the United Nations. The arguments presented to the media by Turkish officials to justify their Violation of the borders of a sovereign neighbouring State are unacceptable to Iraq. Such military movements constitute a hostile act under established international rules and norms. Iraq rejects any military movements of a counter-terrorist nature without the knowledge and prior approval of the Iraqi federal authorities.”

    2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7589 (2015) · source

  7. “Mr. Al-Jaafari (Iraq) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, allow me to congratulate the United States on assuming the presidency of the Council for this month and on its efforts to organize and conduct the work of the Council in a transparent manner. I welcome this opportunity to brief the Secretariat and the Member States on the engagement of the Turkish troops in Iraqi territory without the consent of the Iraqi Government. Amid heightened global sensitivity regarding the fight against the terrorist wave that has hit most parts of the world, on 3 December Turkish forces, estimated at hundreds of soldiers with a number of armoured vehicles, tanks and artilleries, penetrated northern Iraq to the depth of 110 kilometres without the official permission of the Iraqi federal authorities.”

    2015-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7589 (2015) · source

  8. “We cannot put an end to terrorism unless we have a legitimate and coherent structure that includes the participation of all States and international and regional organizations and that can ensure more effective cooperation.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  9. “Iraq's experience is very important for the coexistence between Shiites and Sunnis. Iraq has a rich history of coexistence among different religions. We therefore thank all the countries that have taken part in the international coalition and the States that are combating terrorism for their logistical and military support to my Government, our army and our people. We thank them for their efforts, which have enhanced Iraq's own efforts aimed at recovering the territory occupied by the Daesh terrorist group. We thank the Security Council for urging the international community to assist Iraq in combating Daesh and associated armed groups. We call on the international community and regional partners to work to combat and defeat terrorism.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  10. “I would like to draw attention to the number of States from which terrorists are flowing in. Last year there were 82 such States; today there are 100. That situation requires additional rosbust measures on the part of those countries. Terrorism now exists in a broader swathe of territory, extending into Europe, Canada and Australia. It is no longer limited to a single State of the Middle East. Finally, my country's Government thanks those countries taking part in the international coalition, as well as the States of the European Union. We also underscore that the violation of the Al-Aqsa Mosque is a very dangerous incident. We are compelled to raise this issue once again because there is an intention to violate religious sites in order to further finance terrorism.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  11. “My Government is working to promote efforts and participation at the national level aimed at achieving greater reconciliation by holding regular meetings in order to reach consensus on a global strategy to enhance national unity and to promote peace and stability. We are convinced that national unity is the most effective way to tackle violent extremism in Iraq. The occupation of Mosul took place 15 months ago, and the international coalition was established 12 months ago. The Iraqi forces are continuing their heroic struggle to defeat the Daesh terrorist organization with the support of the friendly air forces of the international coalition. That has led to the defeat of Daesh in the region that forms a ring around Baghdad, as well as Baiji, Ishaqi, Salah Al-Din and Fallujah.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  12. “Iraq is facing enormous and dangerous challenges because of the savage terrorist attacks that directly target markets, schools, hospitals and thousands of innocent civilians. The terrorists systematically violate human rights, and some of their violations can be considered war crimes and crimes against humanity. My country's Government continues to provide support at many levels. We assist local communities so that they can take on more responsibility in recovering the areas controlled by Daesh. We have also taken measures to ensure stability in the areas that have been recovered from Daesh and to ensure their reconstruction.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  13. “The attacks by Daesh against the Government of Iraq and that terrorist organization's occupation of our cities and towns has led to an exodus of more than 2.5 million citizens who have fled the group's savagery. The Government of Iraq is working to take every possible step to protect displaced persons, including children, women, religious and ethnic minorities, and to pave the way for their return by ensuring their security. The Government has also taken steps to meet the urgent needs of a growing number of internally displaced persons, despite Iraq's budget deficit as a result of the decrease in the price of oil, which is the major source of our budgetary income. We also have significant military budgetary expenses.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  14. “My country, Iraq, on its own behalf and on behalf of States throughout the world, has been combating terrorism and extremism. That leads us to underscore, once again, the need to promote international cooperation. We must implement the commitments and resolutions of the Security Council, in particular resolutions 2170 (2014), 2178 (2014) and 2199 (2015), which condemn the recruitment of fighters by the Daesh terrorist organization and establish the obligation of States to prevent the flow of foreign terrorist fighters and limit the funding for the operations of organizations such as Daesh and other associated armed groups via the sale of oil and the trafficking in works of art and other forms of robbery and illicit acts.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  15. “Mr. Al-Jaafari (Iraq) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, allow me to congratulate the Russian Federation on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. We also thank the Russian presidency for its transparent efforts in organizing the Council's work. I also thank Nigeria for its efforts during its presidency of the Security Council last month. I also commend Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on his briefing on the subject of terrorism. We have reiterated to the Security Council the importance of promoting cooperation among all States. Any hesitation will only strengthen terrorist organizations and enable their expansion to other regions and States. The most recent unfortunate incidents - whether in Tunisia, Egypt, Syria, France or in other countries and regions - are proof of what we have said on many occasions.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  16. “Finally, we would like to express our appreciation for the assistance provided by the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq, particularly the humanitarian assistance to displaced persons, and to reaffirm our appreciation and thanks to Mr. Mladenov and his team for their dedication in assisting Iraq in this crisis.”

    2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source

  17. “The United Nations strategy against terrorism has stressed those points, and we would like to emphasize that this threat will not be removed unless we fight the extremist ideas that support it. The advocates of such extremist ideas should be prevented from public speech and should be countered at all levels. The people and the Government of Iraq appreciate the roles played by the United Nations, European nations and other nations, including Arab brotherly countries that have assisted in providing for the needs of the displaced and in assisting people in affected areas where fighting has been severe. We all face a grave danger that has no respect for human rights or humanitarian aspects. We should all work for the opposite culture of love, prosperity and cooperation.”

    2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source

  18. “Removing the threat of Daesh requires the removal of all its fighters, including in neighbouring countries. Any military actions against ISIS should be done in coordination with the Iraqi armed forces. Humanitarian assistance should be provided urgently to alleviate the suffering of more than 1.8 million people, including women and children. We call upon States Members of the United Nations to remain committed to the implementation of the Human Rights Council resolutions and Security Council resolutions in that regard, with a view to drying up the sources of financing and military support to ISIS and to preventing ISIS from dealing in natural resources in the areas that it controls.”

    2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source

  19. “We believe that the main responsibility for fighting ISIS and the other terrorist organizations on our territory belongs to us and the Iraqi armed forces, the Peshmerga forces and the national guard. However, assistance from friendly nations is required for aerial support. We have taken every step to enhance national unity and to take unified action. We had previously warned that the situation in Syria would eventually affect Iraq and that this major threat should be removed, not only from Iraq but from any other country. On 25 June, Iraq called on the Security Council for assistance from the international community. I should therefore like to state the following. Military, economic and financial assistance to Iraq should continue to support its counter-offensive against ISIS.”

    2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source

  20. “In spite of those challenges and the continued threats, the Iraqi people have been able to hold their national elections, followed by the formation of a unity Government that pays interest to the concerns of the entire people of Iraq in all its factions and that has committed itself to implement the main principles in the document of political agreement among Iraqi blocs, signed on 8 September, to enhance national unity and social cohesion and to take the necessary measures to face up to terrorism. We have as a nation agreed on the formation of a national Government that includes all sectors of society. Mobilizing all efforts internationally and regionally to face up to terrorism is an effective way to deal with other challenges that face the region.”

    2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source

  21. “We would like to restore peace and stability so that we can restore public services to the people, especially in the affected areas. The action of ISIS has led to the displacement of more than 1.8 million Iraqis towards Kurdistan and other areas in the south. However, in spite of the political and security challenges, the newly elected Government has cooperated with United Nations agencies in Iraq to alleviate the suffering of the people and to enable security forces to restore their control over the entire territory of Iraq and to assist displaced persons to return to their homes.”

    2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source

  22. “Iraq reaffirms its determination to face up to terrorism as an international scourge that must be eliminated. It is extremely important that there be coordination and cooperation among all parties. The influx of terrorist fighters from all over the world to establish a state under ISIS is a grave danger not only to Iraq and Syria but to the entire region. Fighting those terrorists in Iraq and sparing the Iraqi people their evil is in the interest of the entire world. This war is being launched against the people of Iraq, who are fighting on behalf of all other peoples. They have violated our land and the dignity of humankind. All the Iraqi people - Christians, Yazidis, Turkmen, Shiites, Sunnis and Kurds - are united in spirit against that evil.”

    2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source

  23. “Mr. Al-Jaafari (Iraq) (spoke in Arabic): Allow me at the outset to express my appreciation to you, Sir, for convening today's meeting in the light of the serious threat we face not only in Iraq but throughout the whole world. I also value the presence of my colleagues, the Foreign Ministers of friendly countries, whose presence here today proves the gravity of the threat we face. We also wish to thank the United States for convening this meeting with a view to mobilizing international support to face up to the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham (ISIS) and its affiliated organizations. I would also like to welcome the briefing by Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq.”

    2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source