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2009-01-06
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2009-01-08
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  1. “This is in fact a call for the lifting of the blockade in all aspects. Now, of course, we have to focus on the immediate implementation of the terms of this resolution, without any delay. Full and effective implementation of this resolution is a must in order to put an end to this tragedy and to the suffering of the people of Gaza. Right after the ceasefire, it will be vital to concentrate our efforts on the national reconciliation of Palestinians. For its part, Turkey will exert every effort for the implementation of all aspects of this resolution. We will continue to work with our friends and partners in the region and beyond to secure lasting calm and stability in the region. Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to reiterate the need to have a viable and comprehensive peace on all tracks of the Middle East peace process.”

    2009-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6063 (2009) · source

  2. “After three days of negotiations, we finally managed to reach agreement on the resolution just adopted. We may not be fully satisfied with the text before us, but, after all, it is a compromise representing the will of the Security Council. Therefore, I thank everyone who made this possible. The crucial task for the Security Council at this stage was to make a strong appeal to stop the bloodshed and halt all military activities. The resolution we have just adopted achieves this, with its clear call for an immediate ceasefire and a full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. The unequivocal call for unimpeded access for humanitarian assistance throughout Gaza and the emphasis on the sustained and regular flow of goods and people to Gaza are equally important and strong messages of this resolution.”

    2009-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6063 (2009) · source

  3. “Turkey, for its part, will continue its endeavours to help restore calm in the region so as to open the way for full-fledged efforts for a lasting and comprehensive peace. We believe that the Security Council should also play its due role in this regard and live up to its responsibilities under the United Nations Charter by helping to bring this crisis to an end.”

    2009-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6061 (2009) · source

  4. “These, we believe, are the elements of a course of action that needs to be urgently put into effect for the cessation of hostilities and return to normalcy. Within this framework we can, and maybe should, also consider deploying an international monitoring mission to the region. In light of the publicly expressed views of the parties to the conflict, it is our understanding that the acceptability and viability of a ceasefire, as well as a sustainable end to the blockade, depend on an international commitment to guarantee it. The international community must act, and must do so quickly and with clear ends in mind. The risks of inaction are enormous and are getting bigger every day.”

    2009-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6061 (2009) · source

  5. “In addition to those two most urgent steps, the achievement of unity among the Palestinians is also of paramount importance in this course of action. Without such unity, it will be very difficult for the Palestinians to achieve their goal of an independent, peaceful and prosperous future. Finally, Israelis and Palestinians should be brought back to the negotiation table and encouraged to work toward a comprehensive and lasting peace on the basis of the principles set out by the Quartet and the Annapolis Joint Understanding and the Arab Peace Initiative. After all, only through a meaningful and effective dialogue can we achieve our ultimate objective of comprehensive peace in the Middle East.”

    2009-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6061 (2009) · source

  6. “Based on those visits and our extensive contact with all other interested parties, we believe that at this stage the priority must be to ensure an immediate halt to Israel's military operations and a full cessation of hostilities, to agree on a sustainable ceasefire and to open the border crossings to Gaza so as to end the blockades. In parallel, we should also do all that we can to address the pressing humanitarian and economic needs of the people in Gaza. This is an equally urgent need, as the people in Gaza are faced with grave shortages of food, fuel and medical supplies. Turkey, for its part, has already stepped up its efforts in that direction, but more should be done. Israel must be cooperative in allowing unhindered access for humanitarian assistance and in reopening all border crossings.”

    2009-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6061 (2009) · source

  7. “Bearing in mind all of this, and bearing in mind the dire consequences that we may face, we urge all the sides to act with restraint and in a responsible manner. No one has anything to gain from this dangerous scenario. It is within this approach that Turkey continues its active diplomatic efforts, trying to contribute to a course of action which will help bring peace, security and stability to the region. To that end, our Prime Minister has visited Egypt, Jordan, Syria and Saudi Arabia to meet with his counterparts, including President Mahmoud Abbas. We also hosted the extraordinary ministerial meeting of the Executive Committee of the Organization of the Islamic Conference last Saturday.”

    2009-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6061 (2009) · source

  8. “In the same way, it is impossible to understand the closure of the crossings to humanitarian assistance for weeks and months, leaving the Gaza people in total isolation and deprivation. Given all these facts, we cannot allow the situation to continue any longer. The international community and the Security Council cannot stand idly by while innocent civilians lose their lives. We must try to put an immediate end to the ongoing tragedy in the region. Otherwise, the responsibility of inaction and indifference will be impossible to bear. Moreover, the tragedy in Gaza could have very negative implications on the whole region. Efforts towards stability and a durable peace have already taken a serious blow.”

    2009-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6061 (2009) · source

  9. “Just today for instance, a United Nations-run school in a Palestinian refugee camp in Gaza was hit by Israeli missiles, killing more than 40 people who were using the school as a shelter. The people of Gaza are also faced with a severe shortage of all basic needs, including food and medical supplies. Infrastructure is almost entirely damaged. Thousands of people have lost their homes. In short, what we face in Gaza is a human tragedy. Israel's military operations against Gaza constitute a disproportionate and excessive use of force and must therefore be immediately stopped. Such punitive measures, which harm the well- being of the entire population, can serve nothing but fomenting further resentment. Let us not forget that the Palestinians, who are being bombed and attacked today, will be Israel's neighbours forever.”

    2009-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6061 (2009) · source

  10. “This is the first official Security Council meeting that Turkey is attending as a non-permanent member. I would like to pay tribute to the French presidency. Let me also welcome President Mahmoud Abbas and the Ministers of the Arab League delegation, who are here to brief us about the current situation in Gaza. We are confronted with a tragic situation. Today is the eleventh day of the attacks against Gaza and the fourth day after the launch of the ground assault. As Israeli forces continue to operate in Gaza, the crisis further deepens in scope and impact and civilians continue to take the brunt of the misery. Every step in escalation takes us further away from peace. The situation in Gaza is indeed very grave. In this regard, we deeply regret the loss of civilian life. It is highly regrettable that civilians have become victims.”

    2009-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6061 (2009) · source