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“We believe that the problem requires a long- term and sustainable solution, as stressed by the French representative. The current humanitarian situation is worrying because of the very large affected population, which has reached a record high. We strongly support the call for mobilizing more resources to save lives, particularly vulnerable children and women in the severely affected areas of the country. We appreciate the efforts of humanitarian actors on the ground who are supporting education, water and sanitation as well as agricultural projects to meet the needs of the displaced people.”
2018-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8207 (2018) · source
“The deteriorating political, security and humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is indeed a matter of serious concern. The continued instability in the country has displaced many and caused a major humanitarian crisis that requires serious attention. We thank Under- Secretary-General Mark Lowcock, Ms. Jeanine Bandu Bahati and Abbe' Donatien Nshole, Secretary-General of the Conference Episcopale Nationale du Congo, for their briefings on the latest situation, following the visit to the Democratic Republic of the Congo last week by the Dutch Minister and Under-Secretary- General Lowcock. The current humanitarian emergency in the Democratic Republic of the Congo cannot be seen in isolation from the political and security situation in the country.”
2018-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8207 (2018) · source
“That said, we hope that the necessary independent investigation into the incident in Salisbury will be conducted and also vetted, including through consultation and the exchange of information on the basis of the relevant provisions of the Chemical Weapons Convention, with a view to bringing those responsible to justice. We believe that cooperation in good faith between Russia and the United Kingdom will be critical to ensuring that this issue does not get out of hand and undermine relations between the two countries even further. In that regard, we hope and trust that given the very justifiable concern of the United Kingdom, all those concerned will cooperate fully so that the matter can be addressed fairly and in a way that will help to allay the concerns of the United Kingdom.”
2018-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8203 (2018) · source
“We have been following the news about the nerve-agent attack in Salisbury, in the United Kingdom. We would like to express our sympathy for and solidarity with the families of the victims, as well as the Government and the people of the United Kingdom. We have taken note of the letter that was circulated yesterday (S/2018/218, annex) from the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom addressed to the Secretary-General on the incident, and we thank the delegation of the United Kingdom for its briefing today. Our position on the use of chemical weapons is well known. We firmly condemn any use of chemical weapons by any State or non-State actor. The use of chemicals as weapons is unacceptable and constitutes a serious Violation of international law.”
2018-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8203 (2018) · source
“Therefore, we hope that the spirit of cooperation and consensus that the Council demonstrated during the adoption of resolution 2401 (2018) will be sustained not only to respond to the humanitarian tragedy, but also to ensure progress in the political track with a view to finding a lasting solution to the crisis. Most importantly, the cooperation of relevant countries that have influence is key. Without those countries, there will be no solution in sight.”
2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source
“In that regard, all those who have influence over the parties should exert the necessary pressure to contribute to saving lives. It is also imperative to use all existing arrangements to facilitate the implementation of the resolution, particularly the cessation of hostilities. In that connection, we look forward to the Astana meeting, scheduled to take place on 15 and 16 March, which we hope will contribute to the full implementation of the resolution. Finally, as the Secretary-General stated, we are entering into the eighth year since the start ofthe Syrian crisis. While we look forward to seeing the Syrian people, as a sovereign State, find a comprehensive political solution based on resolution 2254 (2015), the Council also has a responsibility and an indispensable role in resolving the Syrian crisis.”
2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source
“Although it demands the cessation of hostilities without delay for at least 30 consecutive days throughout Syria, with the immediate engagement of all parties to ensure safe, unimpeded and sustained delivery of humanitarian aid and medical evacuations, there have been ongoing military activities resulting in civilian casualties and the destruction of civilian facilities. Here, one should also not overlook the damage being caused by the shelling of Damascus. Therefore, it is clear that much more remains to be done and all parties should be committed to the full implementation of the resolution. As the United Nations and its humanitarian partners are ready to deliver more aid to all Syrians throughout the country, it is absolutely critical that all the parties provide them safe, unfettered and sustained humanitarian access.”
2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source
“We had all emphasized the importance of the effective implementation of the resolution in order to make positive changes on the ground and alleviate the humanitarian tragedy in Syria. Given the increasingly complex situation on the ground, we knew that it would not be an easy task. After the Council adopted resolution 2401 (2018), we recognized that the United Nations and its humanitarian partners could deliver aid to eastern Ghouta and other affected areas. No doubt, there remain serious challenges to ensuring the full implementation of the resolution.”
2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source
“We thank the Secretary- General for his comprehensive, up-to-date and very useful briefing on the implementation of resolution 2401 (2018). Two weeks after the adoption of that resolution, the humanitarian situation in Syria continues to cause serious concern. The United Nations and its humanitarian partners have failed to ensure safe, sufficient, unimpeded and sustained humanitarian access for populations in need of life-saving assistance due ongoing fighting, in particular in eastern Ghouta. Nonetheless, we are mindful of the fact that resolution 2401 (2018) applies to all parts of Syria. We note that the Secretary-General did not overlook that aspect of the resolution in his briefing.”
2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source
“Furthermore, to provide life-saving aid to all Yemenis who are facing unprecedented needs, regular, safe and unimpeded humanitarian access is critical. The protection of civilians and civilian facilities also remains imperative. Lastly, we hope that the Council will reach a consensus on the draft Yemeni presidential statement, which, we believe, would send a unified message in support for the people of Yemen at this very critical time, but this is a man-made humanitarian tragedy, as has already been said. A quick resolution will be possible if there is a political will on the part of all. We are hopeful that the latter will be forthcoming before all is lost.”
2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source
“The economic crisis is worsening with the likelihood of the collapse of the Yemeni banking and financial system. Public services, including the health and educational systems, are collapsing. In addition, access to the effective delivery of humanitarian and commercial supplies remains a major challenge. It is not necessary to say more concerning the painful challenge than what Director Ging has already said, for which we are grateful to him. The international community should continue to support the humanitarian work of the United Nations and its partners in a coordinated manner. In that regard, we encourage donors to extend their generous support in financing the 2018 Yemen humanitarian response plan, which requires $2.96 billion. Accordingly, we hope that the 2018 pledging conference to be held in Geneva in April will be successful.”
2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source
“We therefore reiterate our position that the Yemeni crisis can be resolved only through a comprehensive political solution. We support the diplomatic efforts of the United Nations, and we urge the parties to cease hostilities and resume political talks under the auspices of the United Nations. In that regard, we welcome the appointment of Mr. Martin Griffiths as the new Special Envoy. We call on all parties to seize this opportunity to engage with the newly appointed Special Envoy to reinvigorate the political process. As Director Ging stated, we are also deeply concerned about the deteriorating humanitarian crisis. The country is on the verge of famine. The devastating conflict has turned Yemen into the worst humanitarian crisis of our time wherein we have witnessed one of the worst cholera outbreaks in recent times.”
2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source
“Al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula and the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant have not hesitated to exploit the crisis, continuing their attacks, including the most recent suicide bomb attacks on Saturday, with the ultimate goal of acquiring and governing territory. We are concerned that that is threatening the security of the region and beyond, including the Horn of Africa. The deep-rooted and multifaceted crisis in Yemen demands an urgent and comprehensive political solution that addresses both the suffering of Yemenis as well as the concerns of the countries of the region. Given the catastrophic situation in Yemen and its spillover effects in the region and beyond, we stress the primacy of diplomacy in order to find durable political solutions, while respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Yemen.”
2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source
“After three years of devastating war, it is deeply worrying that, as a State, Yemen has all but ceased to exist, as the Panel ofExperts on Yemen stated in its final report (see S/2018/68). That is something that one finds very painful and that leaves one numb - a State virtually disappearing when it would have been possible to prevent it. Perhaps it is not too late, and we believe that it is not. The claim that the State has all but ceased to exist may be a slight exaggeration. All the same, the escalation of military activities continues unabated, claiming the lives of civilians and resulting in the destruction of civilian facilities. The territorial integrity of Yemen is yet to have an effective custodian. Furthermore, it is deeply disturbing that there is not any progress towards a peaceful political settlement of the conflict.”
2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source
“I wish to thank Special Envoy Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed for his briefing. We greatly appreciate his service and tireless efforts to bring about a diplomatic solution to the Yemeni crisis. He was entrusted with a very difficult, complex and challenging task. I would add that we believe that he did his utmost to discharge his responsibilities with courage and commitment. We also thank Director John Ging for his briefing, and we reiterate our appreciation to the United Nations and its humanitarian partners for their dedicated and selfless service to provide aid under the extremely difficult circumstances in Yemen. We appreciate the update that we received. The multifaceted crisis in Yemen continues to be a source of grave concern.”
2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source
“It should be stressed that though it might seem counterintuitive, Burundi indeed has strong institutions, which we in the Horn of Africa are very much aware of. How could Burundi otherwise be able to contribute to the fight against Al-Shabaab in Somalia? We deeply appreciate what Burundi is doing in that regard, but we look forward to those institutions being strengthened and made operational by promoting further inclusivity, which is so critical.”
2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source
“While the voluntary return of Burundian refugees from Tanzania is welcome, its impact in further compounding the socioeconomic challenges of the country cannot be overlooked. That is why Burundi needs international support to provide assistance to the returning Burundian refugees and to implement its socioeconomic development programmes. In this context, we commend the Chairman of the Burundi configuration of the PBC for his various engagements focused on the socioeconomic cooperation between the international partners in the Government of Burundi. We believe that these efforts have to be seen as an integral part of the search for peace in Burundi to support its strong institutions in creating a conducive climate in which political differences can be addressed without backsliding into the violence of the past.”
2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source
“The support of the Council to the EAC-led peace process remains very important to create the necessary conditions for peaceful and democratic elections in 2020. We believe that, as the Special Envoy has stressed, that coordination and coherence between the East African Community, the African Union and the United Nations are also key to making progress in the peace process. We appreciate the important discussions held by the Secretary-General and his Envoy with regional and subregional partners in this spirit. We note that Burundi is facing enormous socioeconomic challenges, and that, coupled with reduced international financial assistance, has made the situation more difficult.”
2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source
“As witnessed in the inter-Burundian talks held in Arusha on 27 November to 8 December 2017, the peace process remains deadlocked in spite of the efforts by the facilitator. No doubt it would have been good to hear directly from him on the challenges encountered and the way forward, but we understand he could not make it. In any case, the need to reinvigorate the peace process is clear and we take note of the decision by the East African Community summit, which was held this past weekend in Uganda, calling upon all the Burundian parties to expeditiously conclude the dialogue under the facilitator and mediator. The annual summit also expressed its readiness to deploy the high- level committee of Heads of State on Burundi.”
2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source
“The need for broad consensus, as the Special Envoy says, is very critical. This can be peacefully resolved only through an inclusive dialogue on the basis of the Arusha Agreement and the Constitution of Burundi. It is imperative to ensure that the ongoing efforts at constitutional reform are conducted through a broad consensus of all stakeholders so as to preserve the country's security and stability. We are convinced that the Special Envoy has the necessary goodwill and commitment to helping Burundi achieve this. We have full confidence in him. We reiterate our support to the eastern African- led inter-Burundian dialogue and the efforts of the facilitator, former President Benjamin Mkapa of Tanzania, under the leadership of the mediator of the Community of East African States (EAC), President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda.”
2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source
“We wish to express our thanks to the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Burundi, former President Kafando, for his briefing on the current political situation in Burundi. We also thank Ambassador Lauber, Chairman of the Burundi configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), for his briefing. We applaud the excellent work he has been doing and we endorse the agenda he has set as he moves forward with a view to discharging his responsibilities. We take note of the improvements in the overall security situation in Burundi, which, as the Special Envoy says, have been remarkable. However, we recognize the need to sustain the existing level of stability and transform it into durable peace. That is indeed important and a consensus needs to be created among the Burundians around this noble objective.”
2018-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8189 (2018) · source
“The security situation in Syria is perhaps more complicated today than it has ever been over the past few years. We should not overlook the fact that the source of the humanitarian tragedy that we see today is the result of the difficult political and security situation in the country. We trust that all those, including those whom Ambassador Delattre referred to, will continue to play a role in contributing to the creation of the basis for progress in the peace process. That is extremely critical for ensuring that the humanitarian tragedy is Syria is brought to an end. We can only hope that what the Council has achieved today will lay the basis for averting an even greater humanitarian tragedy in Syria.”
2018-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8188 (2018) · source
“I wish to express our sincere appreciation to the delegations of Kuwait and Sweden, which effectively and efficiently led the process of negotiations. We all know that it was not an easy task, but they did excellent work in accommodating the concerns of all delegations with a high sense of responsibility and patience. We also thank all delegations for their flexibility during the negotiation process. We hope that the positive spirit that led the Council to adopt the resolution will prevail, not only in ensuring its effective implementation, but also in laying the bases for greater mutual understanding among all those with enormous influence over developments in Syria, whether in the humanitarian or political and security domains. We know, given the realities, that this is a tall order. One matter needs to be stressed on this occasion.”
2018-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8188 (2018) · source
“We welcome the unanimous adoption of resolution 2401 (2018) on the humanitarian situation in Syria. We voted in favour because we believe that the resolution can make a positive difference on the ground in the alleviation of the continued tragedy of the Syrians. Having discussed the severe humanitarian crisis in Syria almost weekly, it was clear that what was required from the Council was concrete and collective action that would contribute to alleviating the intolerable suffering of Syrians in all areas of the country. We are pleased that the Council has acted and sent the right message to bring about a cessation of hostilities that will allow the United Nations and its humanitarian partners to have safe, sustained and unimpeded humanitarian access to deliver the much- needed humanitarian assistance to all Syrians in need.”
2018-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8188 (2018) · source
“It may not be a perfect text but we believe it paves the way for all parties to coordinate their existing efforts to halt hostilities for the sake of civilians who are in an extremely difficult situation. Let me take this opportunity to thank the two penholders Kuwait and Sweden, which have been working tirelessly to achieve a consensus outcome. We hope they will continue their much-appreciated efforts until the last minute to address the concerns - real, legitimate concerns - of all delegations. Let me conclude by reiterating that the escalating violence in eastern Ghouta and other parts of Syria should reinforce the importance and urgency of finding a comprehensive political solution, without which the suffering of Syrians will continue unabated.”
2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8186 (2018) · source
“As a human tragedy unfolds before our very eyes, it is expected that the Council will take meaningful, collective action that could help save lives on the ground. That is why we have reiterated that the Council should extend its unified support for the humanitarian work of the United Nations and its partners. Only by working together will the Council convey a strong and unified message that could help facilitate the much-needed humanitarian work of the United Nations and alleviate the continued suffering of the Syrians. In that regard, the humanitarian draft resolution will perhaps provide us with a good opportunity to demonstrate our resolve for concrete action.”
2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8186 (2018) · source
“In that connection, members of the Council have been engaged in constructive discussions on how to ensure the implementation of a cessation of hostilities. As the situation on the ground becomes increasingly complex, we understand that implementing a humanitarian pause will not be easy. We understand the concerns of some in that regard. We do not ignore the possibility that terrorist elements might exploit that tool to advance their goals. It will require the political will and tangible cooperation, in good faith, of all Syrian actors, as well as of all States with influence over the parties. Let us not forget that the situation in Syria is becoming extremely complicated and that the humanitarian situation has not remained unaffected. We are extremely worried about the current trajectory.”
2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8186 (2018) · source
“In that regard, while we welcome the fact that the United Nations inter-agency convoy delivered life-saving assistance to more than 7,000 persons on 14 February, we acknowledge that, given the severity of the humanitarian situation, it is obviously not enough. To address humanitarian needs, the United Nations and its humanitarian partners should be allowed safe, improved and unhindered humanitarian access. As the Secretary-General recalled in his statement on 20 February and through his strong appeal yesterday in the Chamber (see S/PV.8185), a cessation of hostilities is desirable to enable humanitarian aid deliveries and medical evacuation. We see no problem with reaching a consensus on the matter.”
2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8186 (2018) · source
“We thank Under-Secretary- General Mark Lowcock for his briefing. We appreciate his efforts and understand the challenges he faces. We are deeply concerned about the military escalation in eastern Ghouta and its devastating impact on civilians. We are also equally concerned about escalating conflict in other parts of Syria. The continued reports of attacks against medical facilities, resulting in a number of civilian deaths and injuries, is indeed extremely worrying. We stress that it is absolutely imperative to protect civilians in eastern Ghouta and other affected areas. Nonetheless, we should never overlook the fact that the capital, Damascus, is being shelled from eastern Ghouta - one of its suburbs. All the same, it is impossible to deny the fact that life-saving aid must reach all Syrians in need of urgent assistance.”
2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8186 (2018) · source
“What he said in his address to the General Assembly in October 1963 still resonates today, and it is with those words that I wish to conclude my remarks: "The Charter of the United Nations expresses the noblest aspirations of man: the abjuration of force in the settlement of disputes between States [and] the safeguarding of international peace and security. But these, too, as were the phrases of the Convenant [of the League of Nations] are only words; their value depends wholly on our will to observe and honour them and give them content and meaning This Organization and each of its Members bear a crushing and awesome responsibility: to absorb the wisdom of history and to apply it to the problems of the present, in order that future generations may be born, and live, and die in peace." (A/PV1229, p. I)”
2018-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8185 (2018) · source
“Here the most critical issue is the need is to be consistent in our fidelity to the principles ofthe Charter: sovereign equality, territorial integrity, political independence, non-intervention and the peaceful settlement of disputes. Failure to do so can have grave consequences; my own country is witness to this. It is in this respect that I wish to quote Emperor Haile Selassie, who appealed for justice when Ethiopia was aggressed in 1935 but who nonetheless remained unwavering in his commitment to the international collective security system in spite of the utter failure of the then League of Nations.”
2018-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8185 (2018) · source
“Chapter VI ofthe Charter is clear on the primacy of the peaceful settlement of disputes while being strong on the need to take preventive measures in order to avert conflicts before they erupt. Chapter VII provides the parameters for action with respect to threats to the peace, breaches of the peace and acts of aggression, while Chapter VIII provides for regional arrangements. Unfortunately, we have yet to take full advantage of what the Charter can offer to help us overcome the constraints of self- defeating policies based on narrow national-interest calculations, which, ipso facto, lead to double standards that in turn undermine the credibility of the Security Council as the organ with the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2018-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8185 (2018) · source
“It is indeed a historic coincidence that Ethiopia was a member of the Security Council at the height of the Gulf War and took a principled position based on the United Nations Charter to stand in solidarity with Kuwait, not only to condemn its invasion but also to fully support all the relevant Security Council resolutions aimed at restoring its sovereignty. We should certainly draw lessons from some of the achievements of the United Nations and also have the courage to admit shortcomings and make all efforts necessary to replace them. The Security Council has a number of tools, envisaged in the Charter, at its disposal to address the multifaceted problems that the world is facing.”
2018-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8185 (2018) · source
“But we should also not forget that there have indeed been instances when the Organization has proved its mettle and defended its principles with vigour. Because of that, a country whose territorial integrity was aggressed 27 years ago, in flagrant violation of the Charter, not only was able to regain its sovereignty but can now contribute its part to the promotion and maintenance of international peace and security. How symbolic is it, therefore, that today this country is presiding over the work of the Security Council, 27 years after its liberation? We wish to take this opportunity to congratulate the people and the Government of the State of Kuwait on this important occasion.”
2018-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8185 (2018) · source
“We are indeed living in an increasingly interconnected and interdependent world, and what happens in one corner of the world can easily affect us all, whether it is terrorism, the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, climate change or a health pandemic. No one can be immune from these problems, nor can anyone claim to have the panacea to address them alone. We can do so only if we collectively work together, in line with the principles and purposes of the Charter of the United Nations. That requires us to carry out our obligations in good faith, and there have no doubt been instances of failure that have tarnished the image and credibility of the Organization and given enough reason to sceptics to be critical.”
2018-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8185 (2018) · source
“Its Charter principles and purposes also remain as relevant today as they were 70 years ago in safeguarding international peace and security, promoting respect for human rights, and ensuring sustainable development for all. The issue is how we can apply them in a manner that is consistent with the realities of our time in order to meet the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. That is why we support the reform agenda, in the words of the Secretary-General, "to make the United Nations more able to respond to the needs and aspirations of we, the peoples, that generated this Organization".”
2018-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8185 (2018) · source
“We know from history that the League of Nations, the predecessor of the Organization, failed to prevent the outbreak of the Second World War mainly because its members remained indifferent to the blatant disregard of the purposes and principles of international law governing inter-State relations. Of course, no one can speak better, more forcefully and with authority on this issue than the Secretary- General himself and his predecessor, Mr. Ban Ki-moon, and we thank both of them for their important remarks. We are truly pleased to see Mr. Ban Ki-moon here with us today. In spite of so many challenges and shortcomings, the United Nations has been and continues to be an indispensable Organization.”
2018-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8185 (2018) · source
“Wejoin others in expressing appreciation to the Kuwaiti presidency for organizing this high-level debate and we are pleased to see you, Sir, presiding over the meeting. At a time when we are facing unprecedented challenges and threats to global peace and security, the need for multilateralism has never been more indispensable to ensuring a collective response. That is why reaffirming the principles and purposes of the Charter of the United Nations is imperative to preserving the current global order on the basis of renewed partnership, in the spirit of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.”
2018-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8185 (2018) · source
“No doubt, at the end ofthe day the responsibility for making progress toward lasting peace and mutual accommodation based onjustice and fair play falls on the two parties.”
2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we welcome the holding of the extraordinary session of the international donor group for Palestine, the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee, which met in Brussels last month, bringing together the Israelis and the Palestinians, as well as all other relevant partners for the first time in a while to discuss measures to speed up efforts that can underpin a negotiated two- State solution. The resumption of negotiations requires the full support of all partners, and all should play their part for any meaningful progress to be achieved. In that context, it is incumbent upon the Council to discharge its responsibilities and support such efforts for the sake of peace between the Israelis and the Palestinians and peace in the broader Middle East region.”
2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source
“Removing those long-standing obstacles is imperative in order to create the necessary conditions for progress in negotiations between the two parties to achieve a comprehensive, just and lasting solution on the basis of mutual trust and a spirit of compromise that ensures Israel's security and Palestinian aspirations for statehood. That is what the situation calls for, and it is also in the best interests of the two parties as well as the international community as a whole. Many have said that there is no plan B to the two-State solution. The Secretary-General repeated the same thing today. That cannot be contested. That is why we supported the call for the intensification and acceleration of international and regional efforts aimed at achieving a comprehensive, lasting and just solution.”
2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source
“Accordingly, Ethiopia fully supports the goal of two States living side by side in peace and security as the only viable option for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian dispute. We believe that is not only in the best interests of both Israel and Palestine, but it will also significantly advance peace and security in the Middle East region. However, it seems to us self-evident that lately moves have been made and actions have been taken that might not contribute to making progress towards a resolution of the outstanding issues on the basis of the two-State formula. Those steps are not only increasing frustration and mistrust, but are also undermining the very viability of the two-State solution.”
2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source
“That, coupled with access restrictions, continues to exacerbate the humanitarian situation. In that connection, we note the trilateral meeting held recently between the Special Coordinator, the Palestinian Prime Minister and the Israeli coordinator and the discussion held, among others, on facilitating critical humanitarian solutions and revitalizing the economy in Gaza. Ethiopia's position on the Israeli-Palestinian dispute has always been unambiguous, as well as very transparent. As much as we support the right of Israel to exist in peace and security, we also support the inalienable right of the Palestinian people to self- determination and the right of Palestine to exist as a free and independent State. That is also the position of the African Union, whose decision we have a responsibility to respect.”
2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source
“All those who responded to the urgent appeal must be commended, but there is still a shortfall in funding and more needs to be done to ensure that Palestinians have access to life-saving basic services. It is our earnest hope that humanitarian needs will be protected from any temptation to politicize them. What could be looked at together with this is the need to enable the Palestinian Authority to exercise full control over Gaza based on the Cairo agreement. We believe progress on this issue will not only improve the economic and humanitarian situation, but also advance Palestinian unity, which hopefully could provide impetus for the peace process, which now remains dormant. Although the signing of the Cairo agreement was very welcomed, not much progress has been made in terms of its implementation.”
2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source
“The most recent developments have once again brought the Israeli-Palestinian dispute back to the fore, thereby underscoring the urgency of renewed commitment to the peace process without any further delay. It is also our conviction that there is also a need for honest and transparent readiness on the part of all those with the capacity to make a difference to help the two parties move towards mutual accommodation. Of course, we are deeply concerned by the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. The lack of funding for critical facilities has left many Palestinians without life-saving health, water and sanitation services. There is need for the mobilization of international support to avert a humanitarian disaster.”
2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source
“We would like, as always, to thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his useful and comprehensive briefing on the most recent developments concerning the Middle East and Palestine. We have always benefited from his briefings. We were pleased and honoured to have had His Excellency President Mahmoud Abbas with us this morning. We thank him for having been at this meeting and for sharing with us his thoughts and vision on the very critical issue at hand. We also thank Ambassador Danny Danon for having been at this meeting and for sharing with us the Israeli perspective. We are very concerned about the lack of progress in the Israel-Palestinian peace process.”
2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source
“In this vein, the collaboration among relevant entities at the United Nations, including the Office of Counter-Terrorism and CTED, and the designing of tailor-made programmes on the protection of critical infrastructure by CTITF in line with the potential threats and risks Member States face could certainly be very helpful. It is our firm believe that in addition to what Member states do on their own, it is also through effective international cooperation that the protection, security and resilience of critical infrastructure can be enhanced.”
2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8180 (2018) · source
“The resolution also encouraged the CTC, with the support of CTED and the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force (CTITF), to continue working together to facilitate technical assistance and capacity-building and to raise awareness in the field of protecting critical infrastructure from terrorist attacks, in particular by strengthening its dialogue with States and relevant international, regional and subregional organizations and working closely with relevant bilateral and multilateral technical-assistance providers, including by sharing information. We hope to see more steps taken along these lines.”
2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8180 (2018) · source
“From our work in the CTC, we have also seen from the reports of different comprehensive visits how CTED was trying to include this subject in their assessments. In this regard, we appreciate the work of CTED in supporting Member States to develop or further improve their strategies for reducing risks to critical infrastructure from terrorist attacks and in assessing and raising awareness of the relevant risks and in taking preparedness measures, including effective responses to such attacks.”
2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8180 (2018) · source
“The resolution directed the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC), with the support of the Counter- Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED), to continue, as appropriate, within their respective mandates, to examine Member States' efforts to protect critical infrastructure from terrorist attacks as relevant to the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001), with the aim of identifying good practices, gaps and vulnerabilities in this field. Accordingly, we note that CTED has included this approach under its assessment in its comprehensive visits. For instance, as one of the countries that was visited after the adoption of resolution 2341 (2017), we witnessed how CTED assessed Ethiopia's legal and institutional frameworks and administrative measures in its efforts aimed at protecting critical infrastructure from terrorist threats.”
2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8180 (2018) · source