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“I welcome this opportunity to focus attention once more on the subject of Somalia, and we congratulate you, Mr. President, on holding this open meeting to allow a full exchange of Views. We believe that these public meetings are most useful. At one time, the Council devoted its attention almost daily to the subject of Somalia. The United States is proud of its efforts in Somalia under the United Nations Unified Task Force (UNITAF) and the United Nations Operation in Somalia (UNOSOM). The United States and allied forces entered Somalia in December 1992 to end a famine of epic proportions. Several hundred thousand people had died. The lives of many more were at risk. The United States-led international intervention known as UNITAF quickly ended the famine, saving thousands of lives. UNOSOM. continued this undertaking.”
1996-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3641 (1996) · source
“The history of this region tells us that those who commit genocide also commit suicide. Burundi does not deserve that fate; no nation does. Let us do all we can to help the people of that land avoid that fate, and to build a future based on law and tolerance.”
1996-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3639 (1996) · source
“Finally, my Government stresses the importance of the Council's commitment in resolution 1040 (1996), and in the draft resolution, to consider further measures, under the Charter, if progress towards a comprehensive political dialogue is not achieved. The recent report of the United Nations special rapporteur for human rights cited "an increasingly marked genocidal trend" (E/CN.4/]996/]6, para. 118) in Burundi. Although the courageous efforts of moderates in Burundi to prevent violence provide grounds for hope, we must take very seriously indeed the potential for an upsurge in killing. The draft resolution is no panacea: it provides no guarantees, but it demonstrates that the world is monitoring events in Burundi closely, and that we are prepared to assist in efforts to promote dialogue and lay the groundwork for social progress.”
1996-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3639 (1996) · source
“My Government urges other Governments to cooperate with the United Nations and with the United States in this effort. It is an initiative designed to bolster the confidence of moderates in the Government of Burundi and elsewhere within that society, and could save thousands of lives. My Government also urges the Secretary-General to provide additional security and investigatory personnel to the Commission of Inquiry. I learned of this need first- hand during my visit to Bujumbura in January. The Commission must complete its investigation into the events of the attempted coup d'etat of 1993, and the subsequent ethnic violence.”
1996-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3639 (1996) · source
“There has been some debate in recent weeks about the wisdom of even planning for the contingency that, despite our efforts and those of moderates in Burundi, widespread Violence might resume. However, my Government believes this step is essential. Given the horrors of what happened in Rwanda, and the persistence of outrages in Burundi, we would fail in our responsibilities if we did not take this step. The contingency planning called for in the draft resolution is precisely the type of exercise envisioned when the United Nations established its stand-by arrangement system over the last two years. It is designed to identify in advance the resources that Member States might be willing to make available on short notice, to carry out an emergency humanitarian mission in Burundi.”
1996-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3639 (1996) · source
“We are not interested in any action that would undermine Burundi's sovereignty; we are not attempting to promote the interests of one faction or group at the expense of another. Our goal is simply to encourage outcomes within Burundi that are consistent with internationally recognized principles of human rights, and with Burundi's own legal and constitutional processes. The international community can provide resources that may help overcome obstacles to reconciliation. These resources may be in the form of a neutral place for dialogue; human rights monitors; economic aid or assistance in building effective political and judicial institutions. My Government urges the Government and people of Burundi to take advantage of these resources.”
1996-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3639 (1996) · source
“During my visit in January to Burundi, I told the leaders of the country that the United States will not support or assist any government that comes to power by force in Burundi, and, indeed, would make every effort to isolate any government that comes to power by force from the international community. Also, we can stress the importance of serious negotiations conducted within the framework of the National Debate, agreed upon by the signatories to the 10 September 1995 Convention on Governance. The United Nations considers that Convention to provide the legitimate basis for government in Burundi. I think it is critical that the leaders of the various factions in Burundi not misunderstand the intentions and motives of the international community.”
1996-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3639 (1996) · source
“We strongly support the efforts of former Tanzanian President Nyerere; the Secretary- General's Special Representative, Marc Faguy; former President Carter; the Organization of African Unity; the European Union and all who are endeavouring to facilitate dialogue and reconciliation. We can do so by keeping the spotlight of world attention focused on the decisions and actions that the leaders of Burundi take. We can recognize the efforts of the existing Government to establish calm, while rejecting those who, by word or action, advocate or perpetrate violence. We can make it clear that we will oppose strongly any effort to destabilize the Government or to seize power by force or other extra- constitutional means.”
1996-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3639 (1996) · source
“The draft resolution calls upon the leaders of Burundi to settle their differences and resolve their fears through dialogue instead of bloodshed, and it asks the Secretary-General to plan, on a contingency basis, for a rapid humanitarian response in the event of widespread violence or of serious deterioration in the humanitarian situation in Burundi. Although the fate of Burundi is in the hands of the people of Burundi, the Council, concerned regional organizations, neighbouring States and others can help the moderate elements surmount the pressure for violence that comes from the extremes.”
1996-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3639 (1996) · source
“The turmoil within Burundi, fuelled in part by the perpetrators of Rwanda's genocide, and even by radio stations beyond Burundi's borders, is a matter of grave concern to the United States and to others in the international community. The draft resolution we will consider today reflects the Security Council's determination to prevent in Burundi the kind of massive violations of human rights that consumed Rwanda in 1994. My Government appreciates the work of the representatives of the Non- Aligned Movement in crafting this important and balanced text.”
1996-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3639 (1996) · source
“Mr. President, let me congratulate you on your assumption of the presidency. We are all looking forward to your leadership, which we all know is characterized by wisdom, diplomatic skill, and good humour. Finally, may I wish you productive days and free nights. I would like to thank everyone for the extremely kind words addressed to me, and, most of all, for everybody's cooperation. Believe it or not, I enjoyed the month and hope that everyone will soon recover from my presidency, which has variously been described as "vigorous" and "firm". Occasionally in this Chamber the members of the Security Council have the opportunity to try to prevent, rather than to respond to, a breach of international peace and security. Today is one of those occasions.”
1996-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3639 (1996) · source
“I thank the representative of Canada for his kind words addressed to me. There are no further speakers on the list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on the agenda. The meeting rose at 8 pm.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“We must remember, though, that this victory is not final; it is not yet complete. As the resolution we have approved today recognizes, the future of Haiti rests, as it must, in Haitian hands. Democratic institutions cannot be imposed upon a society; they must be nourished from within. The road ahead remains uphill, but the international community can be satisfied that those with the commitment to build a free Haiti now have that opportunity. By allowing that chance, the Council has kept faith with the people of Haiti and with the Charter's pledge "to promote social progress and better standards of life in larger freedom". I resume my function as President of the Council. The representative of Canada has asked to speak. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“We are especially grateful to the Canadians for their generous and instant comprehension of what was needed to assure success. The value of the resolution we have approved today is also reflected in the unanimous support for it demonstrated by all western hemisphere States. This demonstration of regional support for a democratic transition is in the best tradition of inter-American cooperation, and it reflects the fact that events in Haiti have had and continue to have consequences beyond the borders of that country. The Security Council may be proud of its role in helping Haiti help itself. With the assistance of the dedicated personnel of UNMIH, and especially with the outstanding job done by Mr. Brahimi, the Haitian people have fashioned an astonishing triumph of hope.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“My Government is heartened by the decision of Canada to offer itself as a candidate for a leadership role in the next phase of the United Nations Mission. We also welcome the call in operative paragraph 1 l of the resolution for voluntary contributions for the Mission to fulfil its mandate. We urge every Member to assist in appropriate ways. We also urge nations and the relevant international institutions to continue efforts on behalf of the emergency economic recovery programme. The door to private investment must be open: the future of democratic Haiti depends on an economic programme that recognizes and rewards the initiative of Haiti's people. In advance, we express our appreciation to all those who will rise to the occasion and give the Haitians a continuing helping hand.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“We should not forget that, through much of Haitian history, the official outposts of authority - the military headquarters and police - have been used not to enhance the security of Haitian citizens, but to deprive them of it. A new era has now dawned: Haiti's Government is committed to providing justice to all its citizens, and we welcome that commitment. But an effective and professional national police cannot be invented overnight. Today, the most experienced of the National Police trainees has only eight months on the job: the police need more time. The continued presence of a modest number of United Nations peace-keepers will help provide that time and thus reduce the likelihood of violence and disruption.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“The United Nations Mission will be reduced by more than two thirds, in both its military and in its civilian police components. The Secretary-General is instructed to begin planning, no later than June, for the mission's withdrawal. The Security Council's role and the need for military peace-keepers in Haiti is coming to an end, but it has not ended yet. The resolution approved today is designed to help finish the job, and during the next four months the United States will welcome recommendations from the Secretary-General on further ways that the international community can contribute to Haiti's development, democracy and security.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“That is an advance for freedom and stability throughout this hemisphere, and I was delighted to represent President Clinton at that historic event. The joy was palpable, and the spirit of hope evident. We congratulate both President Aristide and President Preval on this remarkable occasion. Today, in response to the request of Haiti's new President, Rene Preval, we have approved an extension of the United Nations Mission. By this decision, the international community renews its support to Haitian security and stability and continues its much-needed assistance to the newly trained, newly deployed Haitian National Police. This will allow the Haitian Government to consolidate and expand further its recent political, social, and economic advances. The resolution builds on the progress that has already occurred in Haiti.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“I thank the representative of France for his kind words addressed to me. I shall now make a statement in my capacity as representative of the United States. Let me join those who have welcomed the representative of Haiti to our midst for this very important occasion. Today, the Council marks another milestone in Haiti's journey from tyranny to democracy. The United Nations Mission in Haiti (UNMIH) has helped to ensure a climate of security within which free elections could be held and a new President inaugurated. For the first time in Haiti's history, political power has been transferred from a President elected by the people to a new President also elected by the people, without violence and with respect for democratic principles.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“I shall now put to the vote the draft resolution contained in document S/ 1996/ 136. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Botswana, Chile, China, Egypt, France, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Indonesia, Italy, Poland, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1048 (1996). I shall now call on those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. If I hear no objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. I shall first call on those members of the Council who wish to make statements before the voting.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“I should like to draw the attention of the members of the Council to document S/ 1996/99, which contains the text of a letter dated 13 February 1996 from the Secretary- General addressed to the President of the Security Council, transmitting the text of a letter dated 9 February 1996 from the President of Haiti addressed to the Secretary-General. The first speaker is the representative of Haiti, on whom I now call.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“Tejera-Pari's (Venezuela) took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Mission in Haiti, document S/l996/112. Members of the Council also have before them document S/l996/l36, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Argentina, Canada, Chile, France, Honduras, the United States of America and Venezuela.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“I should like to inform the members of the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Argentina, Bangladesh, Canada, Haiti and Venezuela, in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Lelong (Haiti) took a seat at the Council table; Mr. Cardenas (Argentina), Mr. Rahman (Bangladesh), Mr. Fowler (Canada) and Mr.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3638 (1996) · source
“In favour: Botswana, Chile, China, Egypt, France, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Indonesia, Italy, Poland, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1047 (1996). Let me say, as President of the Council, that I am very pleased that we are able to provide a seamless transition for the important work of the war crimes Tribunals. I think that this is a great step forward and that we should all be proud. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 4.45 pm.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3637 (1996) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/ 1996/ 139, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution (S/ 1996/ 139) before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
1996-02-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3637 (1996) · source
“Gonzalo Parra-Aranguren of Venezuela has been elected a member of the International Court of Justice for a term of office expiring on 5 February 2000. I should like to congratulate Mr. Parra-Aranguren and wish him every success in the high office to which he has been elected. I should also like to thank the tellers for their assistance. The Security Council has thus concluded its business for this meeting. The meeting rose at 1.20 pm.”
1996-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3636 (1996) · source
“I shall communicate the results of the vote to the President of the General Assembly in writing. I request the Council to remain in session while we wait for the President of the General Assembly to inform the Council of the result of the voting in the Assembly. >l<>l<>l< The President: I should like to inform the members of the Council that I have just received from the President of the General Assembly the following letter: "I have the honour to inform you that, at the IOlst plenary meeting of the General Assembly, held today for the purpose of electing one member of the International Court of Justice, the following candidate obtained an absolute majority of votes in the General Assembly: Mr. Gonzalo Parra-Aranguren." As the Security Council and the General Assembly have agreed on the same candidate, the distinguished jurist Mr.”
1996-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3636 (1996) · source
“The Council will remain in session pending the receipt of that information. *** The President: I have now been informed that the ballot papers have been collected in the General Assembly. The counting of the ballots in the Security Council will begin. The tellers will now count the ballots. As agreed in our consultations, there will be two independent countings of the ballots, one by each teller. >l<>l<>l< The President: The result of the voting is as follows: Number of ballot papers: 15 Number of invalid ballots: 0 Number of valid ballots: 15 Required majority: 8 Number of votes obtained: Mr. Gonzalo Parra-Aranguren 9 Mr. Julio A. Barberis Mr. Francisco Villagran Kramer l The President: A single candidate, Mr. Gonzalo Parra-Aranguren has accordingly received the required majority of votes in the Security Council.”
1996-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3636 (1996) · source
“Sane (Guinea-Bissau) acted as tellers. The President: May I take it that the Council is now ready to proceed with the election to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Judge Aguilar Mawdsley? It is so decided. The President: I would ask the Conference Officer to distribute the ballot papers. Members of the Council should place an "X" in the box next to the name of the candidate for whom they wish to vote. >l<>l<>l= The President: I take it that all members of the Council have now voted, and I request the Conference Officer to collect the ballot papers. All the ballot papers have been collected. I should like to remind the Council that, as we agreed during our consultations, the ballots will not be counted until it has been verified that the ballot papers in the General Assembly have been collected.”
1996-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3636 (1996) · source
“Votes may be cast only for a candidate whose name appears on the ballot paper, and each elector may vote for only one candidate; otherwise, the ballot will be considered invalid. When a candidate has obtained the required majority, I shall notify the President of the General Assembly of the name of that candidate, and I shall request the Council to remain in session pending the receipt from the President of the General Assembly of the result of the voting in the Assembly. I shall now draw lots to select two delegations to serve as tellers. >l<>l<>l< The President: The names of the delegations of Guinea-Bissau and Germany have been drawn. I therefore request each of them to appoint one member of their respective delegations to serve as teller. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Welberts (Germany) and Mr.”
1996-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3636 (1996) · source
“Article 15 of the Statute of the Court provides that "A member of the Court elected to replace a member whose term of office has not expired shall hold office for the remainder of his predecessor's term." Accordingly, the member elected to fill the remainder of the term left vacant by the death of Judge Andres Aguilar Mawdsley will serve until 5 February 2000. The voting will be by secret ballot. When we proceed to the vote, members of the Council will receive a ballot paper containing the names of the candidates. N o withdrawal will be accepted once the ballot papers have been distributed. However, it would be possible to withdraw between ballots. Members of the Council will be requested to place an "X" next to the name of the candidate for whom they wish to vote.”
1996-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3636 (1996) · source
“Document S/1996/133 contains the name of a candidate nominated by a national group and received by the Secretary-General after 2 February 1996. Document S/1996/53 contains the curricula vitae of the candidates nominated by the national groups. The Security Council also has before it, in document S/1996/51, a memorandum by the Secretary-General describing the present composition of the Court and setting out the procedure to be followed in the conduct of the election. I should like to remind the Council that under Article 10, paragraph 1, of the Statute of the International Court of Justice, "Those candidates who obtain an absolute majority of votes in the General Assembly and in the Security Council shall be considered as elected." The required majority in the Security Council is eight votes.”
1996-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3636 (1996) · source
“I should like to recall that at its 3590th meeting, on 7 November 1995, the Security Council adopted resolution 1018 (1995), in which it decided that the election to fill the vacancy in the International Court of Justice should take place on 28 February 1996 at a meeting of the Security Council and at a meeting of the General Assembly at its fiftieth session. This morning the Security Council and the General Assembly will proceed independently with the election, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Statute of the Court, for the purpose of filling this vacancy. The list of candidates nominated by national groups and received by the Secretary-General within the required time for submission, that is, by 2 February 1996, is contained in document S/1996/52 and Add.1.”
1996-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3636 (1996) · source
“The Council will consider that report and any further information presented to it Without delay." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/1996/9. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on the agenda. The meeting rose at 3.50 am.”
1996-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3635 (1996) · source
“"The Security Council recalls that according to international law, as reflected in Article 3 his of the International Convention on Civil Aviation of 7 December 1944 added by the Montreal Protocol of 10 May 1984, States must refrain from the use of weapons against civil aircraft in flight and must not endanger the lives of persons on board and the safety of aircraft. States are obliged to respect international law and human rights norms in all circumstances. "The Security Council requests that the International Civil Aviation Organization investigate this incident in its entirety and calls on the Governments concerned to cooperate fully with this investigation. The Council requests that the International Civil Aviation Organization report its findings to the Council as soon as possible.”
1996-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3635 (1996) · source
“In accordance with the decision taken at the 3634th meeting, I invite the representative of Cuba to take a seat at the Council table. At the invitation of the President, Ms. Cueto Milian (Cuba) took a place at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now resume its consideration of the item on its agenda. Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council strongly deplores the shooting down by the Cuban air force of two civil aircraft on 24 February 1996, which apparently has resulted in the death of four persons.”
1996-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3635 (1996) · source
“I thank the representative of Cuba for the kind words he addressed to me. I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of the United States. The United States reserves its right to respond to the unfounded comments in the statement of the Cuban representative. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. There are no further speakers. The views of the members of the Council will be expressed in a presidential statement at the next meeting of the Council. The next meeting of the Security Council, to continue consideration of the item on the agenda, will take place immediately following the adjournment of this meeting. The meeting rose at 3.45 am.”
1996-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3634 (1996) · source
“The Security Council is meeting in response to the request contained in the letter dated 26 February 1996 from the Permanent Representative of the United States of America to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council, document S/1996/ 130. Members of the Council have received photocopies of a letter dated 26 February 1996 from the charge d'affaires ad interim of the Permanent Mission of Cuba to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council, which will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/1996/137. I call on the representative of Cuba.”
1996-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3634 (1996) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Cuba in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Rodriguez Parrilla (Cuba) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
1996-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3634 (1996) · source
“The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on the agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 4.30 pm.”
1996-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3633 (1996) · source
“The Council pays tribute to the valuable work carried out by UNCRO and the European Community Monitoring Mission in this field over the past year. "The Security Council requests the Secretary- General to keep the Council regularly informed and to report in any case no later than 20 June 1996, drawing inter alia on information available from other relevant United Nations bodies, including the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and the European Community Monitoring Mission, on the progress of measures undertaken by the Government of the Republic of Croatia in the light of this statement. "The Security Council will remain seized of the matter." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/1996/8.”
1996-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3633 (1996) · source
“The Council also calls upon the Croatian Government to rescind its earlier decision to suspend articles of the constitutional law affecting the rights of national minorities, and to proceed with the establishment of a provisional human rights court. It reminds the Croatian Government once again that the promotion of strict respect for the rights of persons belonging to the Serb minority is relevant to the successful implementation of the Basic Agreement of 12 November 1995 on the Region of Eastern Slavonia, Baranja and Western Sirmium (S/1995/951, annex). "The Security Council welcomes and supports the Croatian Govemment's agreement to the establishment by the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe of a long-term mission with a view to monitoring respect for human rights throughout the Republic of Croatia.”
1996-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3633 (1996) · source
“It condemns the fact that effective measures have not so far been taken in that respect. It calls upon the Croatian Government to ensure the expeditious processing of all requests from refugees. It underlines that the exercise by members of the local Serb population of their rights, including their right to remain, leave or return to their homes in safety and dignity, and reclaim possession of their property, cannot be made conditional upon an agreement on the normalization of relations between the Republic of Croatia and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. The Council demands that the Croatian Government take measures forthwith to ensure that those concerned may fully exercise these rights.”
1996-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3633 (1996) · source
“"The Security Council calls upon the Croatian Government to give due consideration to granting amnesty to local Serbs remaining in detention on charges arising from their alleged participation in the conflict. "The Security Council reiterates that all States must cooperate fully with the International Tribunal and its organs established pursuant to its resolution 827 (1993). It notes that Croatian legislation providing for full cooperation with the International Tribunal is reported to be imminent. The Council urges the Government of the Republic of Croatia to uphold its obligations with respect to the International Tribunal unreservedly and without delay. "The Security Council remains deeply concerned at the situation of those refugees from the Republic of Croatia who wish to return.”
1996-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3633 (1996) · source
“The Council also acknowledges the significant progress made by the Croatian Government in alleviating the humanitarian plight of the mostly elderly Serb population who remain in the former sectors in the Republic of Croatia. The Council looks to the Croatian Government to ensure the security and well-being of that population and to ensure the provision of basic humanitarian assistance, including access to medical facilities, pension allowances and property. The Council also looks to the Croatian Government to pursue vigorously prosecutions against those suspected of past violations of international humanitarian law and human rights against the local Serb minority.”
1996-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3633 (1996) · source
“Members of the Council have before them the further report by the Secretary-General on the situation of human rights in Croatia pursuant to Security Council resolution 1019 (1995), document S/1996/109. Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council has considered the further report of the Secretary-General of 14 February 1996 (S/ 1996/ 109) submitted pursuant to its resolution 1019 (1995) on Croatia. "The Security Council recalls the statement of its President of 8 January 1996 (S/PRST/1996/2). The Council acknowledges that the incidence of human rights violations has been greatly reduced. However, it expresses concern that isolated incidents of killings and other violations of human rights have been reported.”
1996-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3633 (1996) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Croatia in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Nobilo (Croatia) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
1996-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3633 (1996) · source
“It also commends the work of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General to support the democratic transition and to facilitate peace negotiations between the Government of Sierra Leone and the Revolutionary United Front. The Council appreciates the important role of the Organization of African Unity and others, including States neighbouring Sierra Leone, in attempting to bring peace to that country. "The Security Council requests the Secretary-General to continue to monitor the situation in Sierra Leone and to keep the Council informed of all significant developments." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/ 1996/7. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on the agenda. The meeting rose at 4.35 pm.”
1996-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3632 (1996) · source
“"The Security Council urges all parties to end the violence in Sierra Leone. The Council welcomes the initial contacts between the Government and the Revolutionary United Front and calls upon the Revolutionary United Front to renew its cease-fire and to enter into a full dialogue for peace without any conditions. "The Security Council expresses its continued concern about the humanitarian situation and suffering of the people resulting from the conflict in Sierra Leone. The Council calls on Member States to continue to provide humanitarian assistance to address this problem. "The Security Council commends the efforts of the Secretary-General to assist the conduct of the elections, and in particular the establishment of the Joint International Observer Group.”
1996-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3632 (1996) · source