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first: 2021-12-09
most recent: 2023-12-21
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“The Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Mali has asked for the floor to make a further statement. I now give him the floor.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9154 (2022) · source
“I thank Mr. Wane for his briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9154 (2022) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Mali to participate in this meeting. On behalf of the Council, I welcome His Excellency Mr. Abdoulaye Diop, Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Mali. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. El-Ghassim Wane, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2022/731, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Mali. I now give the floor to Mr. Wane.”
2022-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9154 (2022) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 5 p.m.”
2022-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9153 (2022) · source
“I thank Ms. La Lime for her briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2022-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9153 (2022) · source
“Ifigeneia Kontoleontos, Permanent Observer for the International Organization of la Francophonie to the United Nations, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2022/747, which contains the text of a letter dated 8 October 2022 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council, and document S/2022/761, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti. I now give the floor to Ms. La Lime.”
2022-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9153 (2022) · source
“): In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Belize, the Dominican Republic and Haiti to participate in this meeting. On behalf of the Council, I welcome Mr. Jean Victor Généus, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Worship of Haiti, and Mr. Roberto Álvarez Gil, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite Ms. Helen La Lime, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Haiti and Head of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti, to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite Ms.”
2022-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9153 (2022) · source
“Finally, we reiterate our support to Special Envoy Grunberg for his tireless efforts to maintain dialogue between the parties in order to achieve a cessation of hostilities and a comprehensive peace agreement in Yemen. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of Yemen.”
2022-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9152 (2022) · source
“The protracted war has destroyed the country’s economy, adding to the suffering of the Yemeni people. Three quarters of the population are in need of humanitarian aid and protection. In addition, there is the threat of food insecurity, exacerbated by the rising cost of basic necessities and the devastating floods that have left thousands of households in need and led to the displacement of people. We call for the release of United Nations personnel detained by the Houthis. We also note with appreciation that the funding target for the first phase of the emergency operation to transfer and remove oil from the FSO SAFER tanker was met.”
2022-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9152 (2022) · source
“We believe that it is crucial to restart negotiations on the terms of a new agreement, based on a multidimensional framework that addresses political, security and economic issues, in order to achieve a comprehensive negotiated settlement of the conflict through an inclusive dialogue that involves women. On the security front, we note that, notwithstanding a few incidents, there has been no major military offensive on the ground since the end of the truce, although the operational environment remains very difficult for humanitarian agencies. We call on the parties to refrain from any provocations that could lead to an escalation. We reiterate that there is no military solution in Yemen. On the humanitarian front, the situation remains worrisome.”
2022-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9152 (2022) · source
“That proposal entails the extension of the truce for six months; the payment of salaries and pensions to civil servants; the opening of specific roads in Taiz and other governorates; the opening of additional destinations for flights to and from Sana’a airport; the unhindered entry of oil tankers into the port of Al-Hudaydah; and the strengthening of de-escalation mechanisms through the Military Coordination Committee and a commitment to the immediate release of detainees. Launching negotiations towards a ceasefire, the resumption of an inclusive political process and broader economic issues, including public services, are also priorities for the Yemeni peace agenda.”
2022-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9152 (2022) · source
“It is undeniable that the truce of the past six months has had a positive impact on the daily lives of the people, who had not seen a respite for many years, particularly with regard to a reduction of civilian casualties, but also in terms of access to regular fuel supplies, the provision of basic services and the freedom of movement, with the resumption of commercial flights to and from Sana’a. We remain hopeful that Special Envoy Grundberg’s new proposal will be accepted by all.”
2022-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9152 (2022) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Gabon. The situation in Yemen is troubling. The briefing of Special Envoy Hans Grundberg and the moving testimony of Assistant Secretary-General Msuya attest to the volatility of the situation in Yemen. We are concerned that the truce in force in Yemen since 2 April has not been renewed since its expiration on 2 October. That non-renewal further darkens the horizon for peace to which the Yemeni people aspire.”
2022-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9152 (2022) · source
“I thank Ms. Msuya for her briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2022-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9152 (2022) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Saudi Arabia and Yemen to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Hans Grundberg, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen; and Ms. Joyce Msuya, Assistant Secretary- General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I give the floor to Mr. Grundberg.”
2022-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9152 (2022) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 4.30 p.m.”
2022-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9146 (2022) · source
“It is clear that the development of new nuclear capabilities by States of the region will only increase the regional and global security threat. We cannot say it enough: the solution to the crisis on the Korean peninsula can be found only through dialogue and consultation. My country rejects any rhetoric that trivializes the nuclear threat, which does not augur well for peace and collective security. We continue to call on the countries of the region and all the parties to commit to seeking a solution by engaging in diplomatic negotiations and to resume talks based on the commitments already made, with a view to achieving a negotiated solution, which is the only viable option for security on the Korean peninsula. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I now give the floor to the representative of the Republic of Korea.”
2022-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9146 (2022) · source
“Firmly committed to the non-proliferation regime and to peace on the Korean peninsula, Gabon condemns such ballistic-missile launches. The diplomatic approach of firing missiles and showing force cannot be the solution. It is neither constructive nor sustainable. It fuels tensions and rekindles the anxiety and concern of the people. It is a response to many threats and dangers, including the nuclear threat, which heightens fear. My country calls for unconditional dialogue with a view to reaching a solution that ensures peace and the elimination of the nuclear threat on the Korean peninsula. Gabon is opposed to the use of nuclear weapons and any threat to use them. Our view is that such weapons should not be developed or produced because of their unacceptable potential for destruction.”
2022-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9146 (2022) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Gabon. I thank Assistant Secretary-General Khiari for his briefing. I welcome the participation of the Permanent Representatives of Korea and Japan in this meeting. On Monday, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea launched a ballistic missile of an unprecedented range, causing alarm and great concern to neighbouring countries, including Japan, which witnessed the missile overfly its airspace. That latest missile launch, which is added to a gradually increasing list since the beginning of the year, calls the international community’s attention to the scale of the threat to the security of the Korean peninsula and requires an urgent and concerted response from the Security Council, commensurate with the stakes.”
2022-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9146 (2022) · source
“I thank Mr. Khiari for his briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Security Council who wish to make statements.”
2022-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9146 (2022) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Japan and the Republic of Korea to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Khaled Khiari, Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific in the Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I give the floor to Mr. Khiari.”
2022-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9146 (2022) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 11.40 a.m.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“In conclusion, we reiterate the full support of the A3 for UNAMI’s efforts in the implementation of resolution 2631 (2022) and for Special Representative Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert in her commitment to implementing the United Nations mandate under the resolution. (spoke in French) I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of Iraq.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“To that end, we commend UNAMI’s work in promoting the Iraqi authorities’ prevention and capacity-building efforts. The A3 welcomes the assistance that the United Nations, in collaboration with the Government of Iraq, continues to provide to internally displaced persons, returnees and refugees, despite the drastic decline in humanitarian funding. We join the Special Representative in congratulating the Government of Iraq on the repatriation of more than 2,500 Iraqis in accordance with the principles of accountability and reintegration. We also welcome the continued commitment of the United Nations to providing them with humanitarian and protection assistance following their return.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“Violations of children’s rights are of the utmost concern to us. There are 63 documented cases of grave violations against children, including killing, maiming, abduction, sexual violence and recruitment. We take note of the observations by the Committee against Torture on Iraq’s second periodic report on measures taken to ensure compliance with the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, and the recommendations made, including the adoption of legislation against torture. In the same vein, we note that the impact of the Iraqi Government’s human rights efforts, including compensation for victims, is relatively limited, owing to the persistence of impunity for the perpetrators of violations.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“The A3 condemns military operations by external actors in the north and reaffirms that Iraq must not be used as an international arena for States and non-State actors to settle scores at the expense and detriment of the security, political stability and socioeconomic progress of the country and its people. In the meantime, we are deeply concerned by the recent attacks of 28 September, which killed many people and injured civilians, including children. On the humanitarian front, significant needs remain. Civilians are paying the heaviest price for the instability in Iraq. According to UNAMI, of the 87 facts established during the period under review, there were 201 civilian casualties, including women and children, mainly affected by small arms fire, improvised explosive devices, shelling and remnants of war.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“We further welcome the ongoing cooperation between Iraq and Kuwait and encourage more progress on that important file. On the security front, the situation in Iraq remains volatile and worrying, including in the Kurdistan region. Asymmetrical attacks by Da’esh and unidentified armed groups targeting Iraqi security forces, drone overflights and the use of explosive devices and ballistic missiles are recurrent. That escalation of violence is likely to hamper hard-won peace and stability efforts on Iraqi territory. We therefore call for urgent de-escalation and discourage any actions that would impede government formation.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“We also strongly encourage the inclusion and involvement of women in the quest for political initiatives and the efforts towards Government formation to resolve the impasse. The A3 commends the continued support of UNAMI to the post-election activities in Iraq and calls on the Independent High Electoral Commission and the Independent High Elections and Referendum Commission of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq to strengthen their cooperation and pool their technical expertise. We take note of the efforts of the Government of Iraq to foster dialogue and cooperation within the region. We therefore encourage Iraq’s regional and international partners to support those efforts while respecting the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity and good-neighbourly relations for the benefit of the country and the region.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“A new Iraqi Government will be vital for the implementation of reforms essential to the proper functioning of the country and responding to the legitimate aspirations of the Iraqi people for peace, security, stability and socioeconomic progress through the provision of basic services and to contain the adverse effects of climate change, characterized by extreme weather conditions. It is in that spirit that the A3 calls on the various political actors to take concerted steps to defuse tensions and to engage in a genuine and inclusive political dialogue based on peaceful, democratic and constitutional principles and means in the spirit of political compromise. Reaching a decision on the selection and election of a president would in that regard be a positive first step.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“The persistent lack of unity among political actors and the lack of inclusion, particularly of women, despite the remarkable results they obtained in the elections, are obstacles to the implementation of reforms essential to the suitable functioning of the country. The rapid formation of a new Government is more crucial now. It will be a critical first step towards promoting long- term political stability in Iraq. As evidenced by recent protests in Iraq, further delays in forming a Government will only have a destabilizing impact on the country. We see an urgent need for a new Iraqi Government that will also be able to address the multiple challenges facing the country.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“I will now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Gabon on behalf of the three African members of the Security Council (A3), namely, Ghana, Kenya and Gabon. (spoke in English) We thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, for her informative briefing, which we followed closely, on recent developments in Iraq and the activities of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI). We also welcome the participation of the representative of Iraq at this meeting. We will focus our statement on three main issues relating to the situation in Iraq: the political, security and humanitarian aspects. On the political front, Iraqis are still waiting for the formation of a Government long after the parliamentary elections that were held on 10 October 2021.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“I thank Ms. Hennis-Plasschaert for her briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Iraq to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, Special Representative of the Secretary and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2022/696, which contains the thirty-fifth report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of paragraph 4 of Security Council resolution 2107 (2013), and document S/2022/714, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of resolution 2631 (2022). I now give the floor to Ms.”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“I should also like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to His Excellency Ambassador Nicolas de Rivière, Permanent Representative of France, for his service as President of the Council for the month of September 2022. I am sure I speak for all members of the Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador De Rivière and his team for the great diplomatic skill with which they conducted the Council’s business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. The situation concerning Iraq Thirty-fifth report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of paragraph 4 of Security Council resolution 2107 (2013) (S/2022/696) Report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of resolution 2631 (2022) (S/2022/714)”
2022-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9145 (2022) · source
“We hope that those precautionary measures are taking into account safety and the indispensable energy supply in question, given that the winter season is approaching. Above all, we hope that the damage to the gas pipelines is not the result of hostilities between the warring parties. We are opposed to war, but also note that war is not a state of lawlessness. It has strict rules that protect civilian populations and infrastructure. We reiterate our call for an immediate cessation of hostilities between the warring parties and stress the urgency of action to repair the damaged gas pipelines leaks and mitigate the damage. We also call for an independent investigation to shed light on the leaks and to identify those responsible.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9144 (2022) · source
“Mr. Biang (Gabon) (spoke in French): I would like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Hanif for his briefing. We listened carefully to the briefings delivered by Mr. Kupriyanov and Mr. Eyl-Mazzega. The information we were provided just now on major leaks in the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines are alarming and raise concerns about the possibility of a disaster in the Baltic Sea. The magnitude of the risk and the scope of economic and environmental stakes call for an urgent and well-defined response in order to assess the level of the threat and to guard against possible negative consequences of the release of methane into the atmosphere. We note with apprehension the measures taken, particularly regarding the ban on overflights and the navigational bottleneck in the area concerned.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9144 (2022) · source
“Because we want to stand on the side of the solution to the crisis, we reiterate our support for all initiatives for a diplomatic and negotiated solution to it.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9143 (2022) · source
“Mr. Biang (Gabon) (spoke in French): Gabon abstained in the voting on draft resolution S/2022/720, submitted for consideration by the Security Council. My country’s position is clear. We are opposed to the war. We support a diplomatic solution to the war. Since the start of the crisis, we have hammered home the point, here in the Council Chamber, that we support respect for the principles of the Charter of the United Nations. We have continued to call for the cessation of hostilities and for good-faith negotiations between the parties. We will continue to call for dialogue and good-faith negotiations between the parties to put an end to the war and promote peaceful coexistence between them.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9143 (2022) · source
“During my upcoming visit to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda and Uganda, I look forward to receiving the views of Government officials and other interlocutors on the possible sanctions designation by the Committee of additional individuals and entities whose acts may be subject to targeted sanctions.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“The visit will also provide an opportunity, pursuant to paragraph 30 of resolution 2360 (2017), to hold consultations with the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda and Uganda, the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and representatives of civil society and the business community working on issues relevant to the Committee’s mandate. In conclusion, the notification requirements for the delivery to Congolese forces of all weapons and related materiel, except for five categories of weapons listed in annex A of resolution 2641 (2022), were abolished following the adoption of that resolution on 30 June 2022.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“In accordance with paragraph 104 of the annex to presidential note S/2017/507, the Committee issued three press releases containing a brief summary of the informal consultations held, respectively, on 13 May, 15 July and 27 September. Furthermore, I am pleased to inform the Council that I intend to lead a delegation of Committee members during a visit to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Republic of Rwanda and the Republic of Uganda during the period from 7 to 18 November. The purpose of the visit is to gather first-hand accounts concerning the effective implementation of the sanctions measures imposed by resolution 2360 (2017), as reaffirmed by resolution 2641 (2022).”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“During the informal consultations held on 15 September, the Committee heard a briefing by the Coordinator of the Group of Experts outlining the Group’s workplan for its current mandate ending 1 August 2023, in line with resolution 2641 (2022), of 30 June 2022. The Committee also held three informal informals via VTC with the former Senior Official of the follow-up mechanism for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mr. Richard Roy, on 17 February, 11 April and 27 June. I would like to reiterate that the Committee continues to support the mechanism, which provides assistance to the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in its investigations into the March 2017 murders of two former members of the Group of Experts, Zaida Catalán and Michael Sharp.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“During the informal consultations held on 1 July, the Committee heard a briefing by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Ms. Virginia Gamba de Potgieter, on the situation of children in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. During the informal consultations with regional and other interested States held on 15 July, the Coordinator of the Group of Experts provided an overview of the main findings and recommendations contained in its final report, following which a number of Committee members and regional States shared their views on the report.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“Following a hold on all proposed expert candidates in the Committee on 12 July 2021, the members of the Group were appointed by the Secretary- General on 2 December 2021, with their contracts starting shortly thereafter. During the informal consultations held on 15 March, the Committee heard a briefing by Mrs. Antoinette N’Samba Kalambayi, Minister of Mines of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, on the illicit exploitation of mineral resources. During the informal consultations held on 13 May, the Committee heard a briefing by the Coordinator of the Group of Experts on the Group’s final report (see S/2022/479) and discussed the findings and recommendations contained therein.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“I have the honour to deliver a statement in my capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004), concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I intend to provide an overview of the work of the Committee since my predecessor last briefed the Security Council on 5 October 2021 (see S/PV.8873). Since my predecessor’s briefing, the Committee held a total of five in-person meetings and met via video-teleconference (VTC) on four occasions, all in 2022. During the informal consultations held via VTC on 14 January, the Committee heard a presentation from the Coordinator of the Group of Experts outlining the Group’s workplan for the mandate that ended on 1 August this year.”
2022-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9142 (2022) · source
“My country supports the Secretary-General’s call to the parties to de-escalate and return to the negotiating table. We must focus all of our efforts on achieving that essential objective. In conclusion, we urge the parties to show restraint and encourage the Security Council to speak with one voice in support of re-establishing the diplomatic channels so as to ensure a restoration of peace between the two countries.”
2022-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9132 (2022) · source
“We welcome the ceasefire reached yesterday and call on the parties comply with the agreement on the ground. The international community must work collectively to ease the tensions and prevent escalation in order to ensure that the conflict does not flare up again. The numerous calls in recent days for an easing of tensions between the parties is a sign of a shared desire to see the fighting end. We need to ensure support for the subregional, regional and international initiatives aimed at bringing the parties back to the negotiating table. In addition, the parties involved must refrain from any action that could fuel tensions and undermine a political settlement. It will be vital to maintain the ceasefire in Nagorno Karabakh and along the border between Azerbaijan and Armenia and to re-establish diplomatic channels at all levels.”
2022-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9132 (2022) · source
“Mr. Biang (Gabon) (spoke in French): I would like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Miloslav Jenča for his statement on the military clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan and the situation on the ground. The resurgence of clashes between the armed forces of Armenia and Azerbaijan brings back sad memories of the 2020 conflict, in which thousands of people died. My country deplores the loss of life on both sides and condemns the use of armed force to settle disputes between States. We reiterate that there can be no viable military solution to the conflict. Any escalation of violence will only deepen the resentment and tensions. This is a complicated situation that calls for the engagement of all partners in the region and beyond, including all those with influence over the belligerents.”
2022-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9132 (2022) · source
“In view of the immense humanitarian needs, the A3 echoes the Secretary-General’s call to the international community to mobilize funding for humanitarian operations. In addition, we urge the Sudanese authorities to facilitate unhindered humanitarian access, including in the conflict areas. The A3 commends UNITAMS and the United Nations country teams for their efforts to continue providing assistance to the people of the Sudan, despite the difficult environment. We urge UNITAMS to continue working closely with the Sudanese authorities in order to facilitate the rapid implementation of development plans and programmes. In conclusion, the A3 reaffirms its solidarity with the people of the Sudan, as well as its continued support for their efforts to achieve a lasting peace.”
2022-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9129 (2022) · source
“We urge the Government of the Sudan, with the support of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan (UNITAMS) and the United Nations country team, to redouble its efforts and accelerate the implementation of the remaining benchmarks. The deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Sudan is worrying. The current economic crisis, the adverse effects of climate change and the risk of food shortages continue to worsen the situation. We note with deep concern the impact of climate change on people’s lives, livelihoods and security. Cycles of flood and drought are exacerbating an already fragile situation in vulnerable regions of the Sudan, causing massive displacement.”
2022-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9129 (2022) · source