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2013-07-17
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2014-06-05
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  1. “That followed the signing of the protocols on the exchange of evidence and information on war crimes, concluded between the Office of the Prosecutor of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Office of the Prosecutor of Serbia in January 2013 and the Office ofthe Prosecutor of Croatia in June 2013. The protocols define the channels for concluding any investigations concerning citizens of other countries.”

    2014-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7192 (2014) · source

  2. “Today, information technology makes it possible for there to be no difference between the headquarters and branches of the information centre. We welcome the interest of Croatia and Serbia in such a project. We would like to encourage other countries in the region and beyond to participate in supporting the project. The legacy of the ICTY does not belong only to the countries concerned but to all humanity as the reminder and testimony of the justice achieved. We believe that the issue deserves further consideration in the spirit of regional cooperation and the inclusiveness of the United Nations. Bosnia and Herzegovina continues to promote regional cooperation, most recently by signing the Protocol on Cooperation in Prosecution of Perpetrators of War Crimes, Crimes against Humanity and Genocide with Montenegro on 26 April.”

    2014-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7192 (2014) · source

  3. “Furthermore, we welcome the assistance of UN-Women, which sponsored a programme on prosecuting crimes of sexual violence. The Tribunals' initiatives on support to and contact with victims' associations, such as during the conference in Sarajevo in November 2013, are steps in the right direction because Victims and their families have waited long enough and, in some cases, are still waiting for the opportunity of redress and closure. In order to preserve the records and archives of the ICTY and to ensure their accessibility in the future, we have proposed that an information centre be located in Bosnia and Herzegovina. That would have a very symbolic significance in serving future generations and as a constant reminder that violations of human rights and international humanitarian law should never be repeated.”

    2014-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7192 (2014) · source

  4. “The institutions at all State levels are participating in implementing the Strategy. To that end, we welcome the support of the European Union in the implementation of the Strategy's goals. Both the ICTY and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda have contributed to classifying sexual abuse as a crime against humanity. As a result, sexual abuse has become an integral part of the Statute of the International Criminal Court. Female judges and women in senior positions at the respective Office ofthe Prosecutor have made significant contributions to the effective prosecution of cases of sexual violence against women. In that respect, we welcome the decisions that 56 per cent of the Mechanism's professional staff and 53 per cent of its total staff should be women.”

    2014-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7192 (2014) · source

  5. “During the same year, 67 war crimes cases were referred from the entities and Brcko District to the Constitutional Court. Currently, 91 cases are being assessed as to the complexity of the war crimes. As of 4 February, the Office of the Prosecutor of Bosnia and Herzegovina was dealing with a total of 352 of the most complex war crimes cases against 3,309 individuals. The Prosecutor's Office estimates that the most complex war crimes cases will have been processed and completed by 2018. Bosnia and Herzegovina adopted the National War Crimes Strategy on 29 December 2008, which was followed by the establishment of its implementation monitoring body in 2009. The majority of the Strategy's goals have been fully or partially implemented, but with a delay in the deadlines.”

    2014-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7192 (2014) · source

  6. “We hope that good cooperation with the Office of the Prosecutor of the Residual Mechanism will continue, as well. It is very important for the Tribunal to accomplish its completion strategy and transition to the Residual Mechanism. In that regard, the Mechanism should be able to undertake all necessary administrative and judicial work. We welcome the decision that the Mechanism's staff should include nationals of 46 States, including Bosnia and Herzegovina. With the aim of ensuring the prosecution of all suspected war criminals in the courts of Bosnia and Herzegovina, we continue to strengthten the justice system at both the State and the local levels. In 2013, the Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina submitted 80 proposals for the transfer of proceedings to entity Prosecutor's Offices and courts.”

    2014-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7192 (2014) · source

  7. “At the outset, allow me to welcome the Presidents and Prosecutors of both Tribunals and the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals. I would also like to thank them for their comprehensive briefings on the activities of the Tribunals and the Residual Mechanism. Let me underscore the significant contribution of all the staff of the Tribunals and commend their efforts in the successful work and completion of the Tribunals' mandates. Bosnia and Herzegovina welcomed the establishment of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and has supported its work since the beginning. We have continuously increased our level of cooperation with the ICTY, including the Office of the Prosecutor, and will continue to do so.”

    2014-06-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7192 (2014) · source

  8. “In conclusion, we pay tribute to all thosejournalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work for the benefit of all citizens to realize their right to receive reliable information.”

    2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

  9. “The objective and impartial work of journalists in armed conflict is, on the one hand, appreciated and necessary, but, on the other hand, it is adversely affected by high risk. We are half way through 2013 and already a significant number of journalists have lost their lives reporting on various conflicts. We must also note that journalist causalities have dramatically risen, making the job of reporting on conflict areas one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. We also believe that today's meeting of the Security Council could provide additional impetus in our efforts to fight for truth and objectivity, to set mechanisms to address the root causes of violence against journalists and to combat impunity.”

    2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

  10. “We further reaffirm the need to bring to justice, in accordance with the applicable international law, individuals who incite such violence. Mandating peacekeeping missions to protect civilians remains one of the most significant actions taken by the Security Council to enhance protection. The United Nations and the Security Council need to indicate their willingness, when authorizing missions on the ground in conflict situations, to consider, where appropriate, steps to respond to all violence against journalists and media professionals. At the same time, it is crucial to consider steps to respond to media broadcasts inciting crimes against humanity and serious violations of international humanitarian and human rights law.”

    2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

  11. “Unverified or even fabricated information is often used as a weapon in situations of peace and of conflict alike. Bosnia and Herzegovina has experienced the worst effects of hate speech in the past, which was not an issue of freedom of speech, but speech that incited ethnic hatred and killings. In that regard, we are of the View that all journalists have to hold themselves to high ethical standards at all times and under all circumstances. Preventing and fighting against the encouragement, representation or profiling of ethnic, national or religious intolerance, hatred and violence are of vital interest for the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We condemn all incitement to Violence against civilians in situations of armed conflict.”

    2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

  12. “Sanctions and other targeted measures play an important role in overall efforts as well as in initiatives to improve compliance with the law by non-State armed groups. Although the primary responsibility for the protection of civilians lies with States, the United Nations plays a crucial role through its systematic approach to the protection of civilians, which is at the forefront of global efforts. We support the provision of more comprehensive and detailed information on the protection of civilians in country-specific situations, as well as on measuring progress in the implementation of peacekeeping mandates related to the protection of all civilians, including journalists. We need to ensure the protection of the right to the freedom of expression and, at the same time, to punish unethical behaviour byjournalists or the media.”

    2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

  13. “The fact today is that an increasing number of journalists, media professionals and associated personnel are killed or injured while reporting from conflict situations, even though they are considered to be civilians and should be respected and protected as such. While we express our deep concern regarding this issue, we would like to remind all parties to armed conflicts of their legal obligations with regard to the protection of journalists. Furthermore, it is essential to emphasize the obligation of States to prevent such attacks and the need to bring tojustice those responsible. Efforts must be enhanced to support the fight against impunity, at the national and international levels alike.”

    2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

  14. “Therefore, we emphasize the responsibility of all parties to conflict to ensure the security of civilians and to comply strictly with the norms of international humanitarian and human rights law. The protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression, including the right to receive and express opinions and impart information, is crucial in all societies. However, journalists and the media have often been subjected to various forms of pressure, blackmail and even physical attacks. It is quite clear that attacks on journalists weaken and endanger the freedom of every citizen.”

    2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

  15. “Today, the United Nations endeavours represent important landmarks in the global efforts to better protect civilians in armed conflicts. We cannot doubt that there is a need for the United Nations, and especially for the Security Council, to further work on improving planning, preparedness and policies aimed at reducing the vulnerability of innocent civilians in conflicts. We would like to reaffirm our commitment to the protection of civilians in armed conflict, and to the continuing and full implementation of all relevant resolutions. The trend of the unlawful targeting of civilians - including women, children, the elderly, humanitarian workers and journalists is of great concern to us. There is no justification for armed groups to attack civilians.”

    2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source

  16. “At the outset, I would like to thank you, Madam, for organizing this important and timely debate in order to address issues related to the protection of civilians in armed conflict, with a special emphasis on the protection of journalists. I am also grateful to Deputy Secretary- General Jan Eliasson and representatives of media for their briefings. Bosnia and Herzegovina aligns itself with the statement delivered by the observer of the European Union. Every single day, the United Nations undertakes very tough and hard work to ensure due protection from the scourge of war. The most desirable approach in situations of conflict would be the peaceful resolution of disputes through diplomatic efforts. Unfortunately, armed conflicts still occur and civilians in those situations still need protection.”

    2013-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7003 (2013) · source