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2016-01-19
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  1. “The expansion of illegal settlements poses a major obstacle to peace. Israel's denial of Palestinians' right to use natural resources, its perpetration of extrajudicial killings, arbitrary arrests and the excessive use of force, its suppression of the right to freedom of association and assembly, its confiscations of land and efforts to undermine the Islamic status and sanctity of Al-Haram Al-Sharif fuel anger among Palestinians, who have been collectively punished for decades. The humanitarian disaster in Gaza, aggravated by the continued imposition of restrictions, further deepens the suffering of the 1.8 million people living in Gaza. Israel should respond to our repeated calls and lift the inhumane blockade. The current situation is a sombre foreshadowing of what will happen ifthe prospects for a two-State solution vanish.”

    2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673Resumption1 (2016) · source

  2. “The Middle East is witnessing unprecedented challenges. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with its 70 years of history, is a microcosm of what is happening in the region as a whole today. Since the last open debate in January (see S/PV.7610), hopes for a viable solution to the Palestinian question have continued to fade and the situation on the ground has deteriorated further. We are very concerned about the latest developments. While our immediate priority should be a rapid de-escalation, at the same time we should all be very cognizant of the fundamental cause of the problem, which is the illegal occupation by Israel of East Jerusalem and other Palestinian territories. Israel's continuing occupation and practices violating international law hinder efforts to achieve a permanent solution.”

    2016-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7673Resumption1 (2016) · source

  3. “It is key to success in our peacebuilding and development endeavours to encourage the increased participation, inclusiveness and empowerment of all segments of society, notably women and youth, because social division and injustice will only harm the prospect for a culture of peace to flourish. Last but not the least, the work ofthe Peacebuilding Support Office deserves more support and encouragement than it receives at present. The meeting rose at 4.40 pm.”

    2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source

  4. “Likewise, activities such as disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, security sector reform and the promotion of human rights and the rule of law are heavily dependent upon United Nations support, and therefore require further resourcing. The report (see S/2015/490) of the Advisory Group of Experts emphasizes the need for deeper cooperation between the United Nations and the international financial institutions. In that regard, cooperation with regional development banks could play a positive role in sustaining peacebuilding activities with a higher degree of ownership at the regional, national and local levels.”

    2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source

  5. “The Peacebuilding Commission plays an important role as a bridge between the principal United Nations organs 4 the Security Council, the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council. Turkey participates in five out of six country- specific configurations within the Commission. We therefore believe that, if given strategic guidance, the Commission can fulfil its mandate more effectively. We should also find a way for allocating adequate resources to the Peacebuilding Fund. Peacebuilding is a political engagement with a broad scope of activities, including institution-building, which requires financial and human resources. With this understanding, Turkey supports the Fund with voluntary contributions.”

    2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source

  6. “In our experience, humanitarian assistance delivered through development tools enhances recipients' resilience in facing recurrent crises. The World Humanitarian Summit to be held in Istanbul will enable all stakeholders to further assess this interrelationship. The Organization devotes most of its energy and resources to crisis management. However, conflict prevention can be more efficient and cost- effective. As an important tool in recovery efforts, peacebuilding may well play a preventive role. In fact, peacebuilding 4 which is at the nexus of the three pillars of the United Nations 4 is applicable throughout the conflict cycle. Turkey supports United Nations efforts in using effective mediation tools for the purpose of conflict prevention, and regards United Nations peacebuilding capacity as a contribution to sustainable peace.”

    2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source

  7. “The report (S/2015/682) of the Secretary- General entitled "The future of United Nations peace operations: implementation of the recommendations of the High-level Independent Panel on Peace Operations" and the report (S/2015/716) on the global study on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) have already contributed to the ongoing debates. Moreover, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (General Assembly resolution 70/1), in particular Sustainable Development Goal 16, has underscored the link between peace and development with an emphasis on conflict prevention, good governance and the rule of law. Turkey has long advocated in favour of a stronger interrelationship between humanitarian and development perspectives.”

    2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source

  8. “Turkey aligns itself with the statement delivered by the observer of the European Union. I should, however, like to make some additional comments in my national capacity. We join others in appreciating the convening of today's debate and thank the briefers for their insightful remarks. We also thank the co-facilitators of the draft resolution 4 the representatives of Angola and Australia - for their transparent and inclusive work. The United Nations has undertaken several review processes on how to better address the challenges to international peace and security. Turkey welcomes those processes and supports their key recommendations. However, it is also important that synergy and coherence be derived from them in order to give rise to cross- cutting and multidimensional solutions; otherwise we run the risk of fragmentation.”

    2016-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7629 (2016) · source

  9. “Such attacks not only undermine the prospects of a political solution, but also exacerbate the scourge of terrorism in the region and beyond.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  10. “The tragic reports of starvation and death emerging from the besieged town of Madaya, Syria, are the latest blatant examples of violations of the most fundamental principles of international humanitarian law. As the Secretary-General has underscored, "[t]he town has been the victim of deliberate starvation. Let me be clear: the use of food as a weapon of war is a war crime." Not only those in Madaya, but Syrians who are currently living under siege-like conditions elsewhere should be granted unhindered humanitarian access. Those responsible for horrific crimes should be reminded that impunity will not prevail, and they will be held accountable for their actions. Finally, I would like to draw the Council's attention to the recent air strikes targeting civilians in Syria.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  11. “United Nations assessments indicate that the humanitarian situation inside Syria continues to deteriorate, which has an immense impact on civilians. As a neighbour of Syria, Turkey is deeply and widely affected by that tragedy. According to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Turkey is the largest refugee-hosting country in the world today. Turkey has been a safe refuge for over 2.5 million Syrians who had to flee Syria for their lives. It has also ensured that cross-border humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people in dire need on the Syrian side of the border, in conformity with its international obligations and in support of the United Nations.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  12. “That is why we should devote more energy and more resources, as necessary, if we are sincere in living up to our commitments to protect civilians. Armed conflicts create immense humanitarian needs. In fact, 80 per cent ofthe humanitarian crises we face today are caused or triggered by conflicts, which generate massive suffering. Focusing on prevention or addressing the root causes of conflicts should be at the top of our agenda. Nevertheless, humanitarian action should go hand-in-hand with efforts to resolve conflicts. I would like to reiterate once again our commitment to strengthening respect for international humanitarian law. As a concrete example, just across our border, the crisis in Syria has caused the world's largest humanitarian tragedy.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  13. “Moreover, the Security Council's thematic mandates on children and armed conflict and on conflict-related sexual violence have provided opportunities to address the challenge from a more focused perspective. Furthermore, last year's reports - namely, the report on the implementaiton of resolution 1325 (2000), the report of the High-level Independent Panel on United Nations Peace Operations (see S/2015/446) and the report of the United Nations Peacebuilding Architecture (see S/2015/490) - provided us with some important recommendations. Throughout those processes, the need to further strengthen the role of peacekeeping operations and the United Nations efforts for conflict prevention were highlighted. Despite the establishment of that robust framework, the situation of civilians on the ground, unfortunately, continues to deteriorate.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  14. “4) Civilians are killed and maimed in targeted or indiscriminate attacks. They are tortured, abducted, forcibly displaced and denied access to their most fundamental needs. Attacks on schools and hospitals further exacerbate the already dire state of education and health services in situations of armed conflict. Furthermore, the unspeakable and inhumane attacks of all terrorist groups, including Daesh and Boko Haram, against civilians are beyond the realm of any condemnation. Against that background, we welcome the attention paid to the issue of the protection of civilians at the Security Council. Over the past 16 years, the Security Council has established a sound normative framework on the issue, with the adoption of various resolutions and presidential statements.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  15. “The severe effects of conflicts on civilians constitute a significant problem that needs addressing, Furthermore, our world is now facing the largest humanitarian crisis since the Second World War, with an increasing influx of displaced populations due to protracted conflicts and a lack of security and stability. In line with the road map established by the Secretary-General, the first-ever World Humanitarian Summit, to be held in Istanbul in May, will be a major opportunity to address the ongoing humanitarian challenges. The most recent report of the Secretary-General on the issue of protecting civilians in armed conflict highlights that "shocking levels of brutality and casual disregard for human life and dignity have come to characterize most of today's armed conflicts." (S/2015/453, para.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source

  16. “Allow me to express our appreciation to the Uruguayan presidency for organizing this timely debate. I would also like to thank the Deputy Secretary-General for his statement, as well as the Vice-President of the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Oxfam representative for their briefings. Today we are confronted with increasingly complex challenges against international peace and security. The elimination of conflicts stands out as a challenge that the international community still needs to deliver on 70 years after the foundation of the United Nations.”

    2016-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7606 (2016) · source