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Broadhurst-Estival

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first: 2020-09-10
most recent: 2023-12-22
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“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank Mr. Pedersen and Ms. Wosornu for their briefings. I would like to focus on three points. The current situation in Gaza runs the risk of disrupting the entire region, but an escalation that would drag the region into a war with incalculable consequences for all its populations is not inevitable. All members of the Council must redouble their diplomatic efforts to avoid such a catastrophic scenario, and France is working to do just that. The recent clashes in Syria and the mobilization of armed groups on the border with Israel raise the risk of the conflict spreading to the Syrian theatre. The opening of a new front against Israel in Syria would aggravate the destabilization of the country and the people of Syria would once again find themselves the primary victims.”
2023-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9459 (2023) · source
“France will continue its feminist diplomacy and its work to implement the women and peace and security resolutions through its third national action plan. Our country commends the women who, within Governments and civil society and at all levels of responsibility, work to maintain peace and security. As a member of the group on shared commitments on women and peace and security, France encourages the new elected members of the Council to join this initiative. Finally, I would like to join the call from civil society organizations for the Council to combat any attempt at intimidation or reprisals targeting women who courageously testify before this body. In 2022, those women represented almost half of the people invited under article 39 of the provisional rules of procedure.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source
“As the Secretary-General recalls in his report (S/2023/725): over the past five years, the number of women and girls living in countries affected by conflict has increased by half. In the Sudan, as we heard earlier this morning, and in many other theatres of conflict, women and girls are exposed to conflicts and violence, which is sometimes used as a tactic of war. In response, we must combat the impunity of the perpetrators of these crimes and respond to the needs of the victims, first by guaranteeing them access to care and essential health services, including sexual and reproductive health services. France also reiterates its support for the International Criminal Court in its investigations into sexual violence in times of conflict. France also encourages the Council to sanction the perpetrators of this violence.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source
“In that regard, our country is committed to further financing feminist organizations through a dedicated fund, for which we have increased funding to the tune of €250 million over the next five years. Thirdly, we must fight forcefully against attacks on the rights of women and girls. I would mention, for instance, Afghanistan, where they suffer massive and systematic violations of their rights. All Member States have an obligation to respect the international commitments to which they have subscribed, including the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. Fourthly, we must combat all forms of sexual and gender-based violence in times of conflict.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source
“In that regard, France supports strengthening the participation and protection of women in United Nations missions and operations. To that end, our country finances the training of female officers and advisers on gender issues. We support initiatives that promote female candidates for all those positions. Furthermore, we need to involve women more in peace talks and the humanitarian response. We know that their participation significantly improves the conditions for achieving lasting peace. It is essential to introduce provisions relating to gender equality and women’s rights into peace agreements. Secondly, we must promote actions in favour of the rights of women and girls before, during and after conflict.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank Brazil for organizing this open debate, the Secretary-General for opening our meeting this morning and the speakers for their valuable insights. As the seventy-fifth anniversary of the adoption in Paris of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights approaches, the rights of women and girls are the subject of worrisome attacks. In response, we must implement the 10 women and peace and security resolutions adopted by the Security Council, from resolution 1325 (2000), almost 23 years ago, to resolution 2493 (2019), in all their dimensions. I would like to emphasize four points. First, we must work for the full, equal and meaningful participation of women in conflict prevention and peacemaking.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9452 (2023) · source
“France will continue to work for rapid progress in that regard, in support of the dialogue facilitated by the European Union and the efforts of UNMIK, the Kosovo Force and the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo. The dispute can be resolved only through peace, respect and dialogue.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9450 (2023) · source
“We welcome the commitment of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) to lasting peace, through the actions carried out under its mandate to strengthen the rule of law, human rights, dialogue and reconciliation between the communities. Its actions for women and young people, which have achieved progress, are also welcome in that regard. We congratulate the Mission on its work to raise awareness of the problem of child marriage and its support for the return of refugees and displaced persons. France remains fully committed to seeking a lasting normalization of relations between Serbia and Kosovo.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9450 (2023) · source
“We expect the parties to commit themselves unreservedly, in a spirit of responsibility and — I repeat — compromise, to implementing all the commitments set out in the agreements reached. That includes the establishment of an association of Serb-majority municipalities in Kosovo and the rapid organization of new inclusive elections in northern Kosovo in a calm climate and with the participation of Serbs. Those various processes are key to strengthening the European prospects of both countries. France remains fully committed to integrating the Western Balkans into the European Union as soon as possible.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9450 (2023) · source
“France expects that the circumstances surrounding this attack will be fully clarified and that those responsible will be brought to justice. We call on the parties to show restraint and to make the necessary efforts to calm the situation. The rise in tension cannot be dissociated from the political dimension of the issue. The Secretary- General notes in his report (S/2023/735) that little progress has been made in implementing the Brussels- Ohrid agreements, which were reached thanks to the mediation efforts of the European Union. We deplore this situation. The current context calls for both Serbia and Kosovo to return rapidly and unconditionally to the European Union-facilitated dialogue to normalize their relations. It is crucial to opt for dialogue and compromise.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9450 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst-Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. Caroline Ziadeh, for her briefing, and I welcome to today’s meeting the Prime Minister of Serbia, Ms. Ana Brnabić, and the President of Kosovo, Ms. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu. Today’s meeting is being held against a worrisome backdrop. The political and security situation is deteriorating in northern Kosovo and incidents have occurred over the past six months, some of which have affected members of the Kosovo Force. The events that took place on 24 September are just the most recent example of the situation. France strongly condemns the unacceptable attack on the Kosovo police force, which led to the death of one of its officers.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9450 (2023) · source
“We would like to work on establishing sanctions against any persons who pose a new threat to peace in Haiti. Lastly, I would like to remind members that, for the multidimensional crisis in Haiti to be resolved in the long term, the country must resolutely commit to an inclusive political dialogue. France supports the efforts of Prime Minister Ariel Henry and the work of the High Transitional Council, as reported to us today, in the quest for a political agreement that aims to organize free and open elections and restore political institutions and good governance in the country. We also support the Caribbean Community in its mediation efforts. Today’s meeting demonstrates our deep-rooted support for Haiti. We would like to inform the Haitian people that they can count on France’s commitment to standing beside them.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“We also welcome the adoption of resolution 2699 (2023), which authorized the deployment of the Multinational Security Support Mission to Haiti to assist the Haitian National Police. We welcome Kenya’s firm resolve to lead the Mission and commend the countries that have announced their contributions. That commitment shows a desire to swiftly provide the assistance that Haiti desperately needs. France has already undertaken to support the Haitian National Police by contributing €1.1 million in 2023, and it calls on all States to provide the Multinational Security Support Mission and the National Police with all the support they need. France also welcomes the adoption of resolution 2700 (2023), which renews the sanctions regime and in particular expands it to an arms embargo.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“In that light, the increased number of self- defence groups is obviously not the solution, as that will only further exacerbate the cycle of violence in Haitian society. Furthermore, we condemn the attacks by gangs on humanitarian aid convoys. France increased its humanitarian aid in 2023 to more than €12 million. Safe, unhindered access to vulnerable people and the safety of humanitarian workers must be guaranteed. Measures must be taken to assist and protect women and young people who are exposed to particular risks, as previously mentioned. Given the ongoing deterioration of the situation, France welcomes the work of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti in extremely difficult conditions.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, María Isabel Salvador, and the Executive Directors of UNICEF and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, Ms. Catherine Russell and Ms. Ghada Fathi Waly, respectively, for their briefings. I would also like to welcome the President of the High Transitional Council, Ms. Mirlande Manigat, to today’s meeting and I thank her for her personal statement. I also welcome the Permanent Representatives of the Dominican Republic, Haiti and Jamaica. The situation in Haiti remains worrisome. The violence committed by gangs against civilians is unacceptable and plunges the country further into chaos every day.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“Finally, the future of our support for Somalia must be discussed now. ATMIS has engaged in a withdrawal process that should lead to its departure in accordance with the timetable set by the Council. In view of the challenges that Somalia is still facing, it is important to identify now which forms of support may be provided to the country after ATMIS has withdrawn. That support should involve all Somalia’s partners in order to help the country manage its own security. In that regard, I welcome President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s initiative to organize a conference on security in Somalia in New York on 12 December. The EU remains fully committed to supporting Somalia, through both ATMIS and the EU’s Common Security and Defence Policy missions. I would like to recall that such aid and support has totalled more than €4.3 billion since 2009.”
2023-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9446 (2023) · source
“Recurring attacks by Al-Shabaab continue to target civilian populations, increasing the numbers of victims and internally displaced persons. France is also concerned about the situation in Laascaanood following the clashes of 25 August. We encourage all stakeholders to support dialogue aimed at identifying a solution to the conflict. The security situation continues to have significant humanitarian repercussions, at a time when the environmental context gives reason to fear a rise in the number of food-insecure people, as the Special Representative reminded us. It is essential to step up support for those populations and enable the full, safe and unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid. I would like to point out that France made a bilateral contribution to those efforts in the amount of €5 million for 2023.”
2023-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9446 (2023) · source
“It is essential that the involvement of women, young people and marginalized communities be fully taken into account in that framework, and I am aware of the efforts being made by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia in that direction. Here I would like to thank the Special Representative and her team and commend their mobilization. Turning to efforts on the security front, France welcomes the commitment of Somalia, as well as the troop-contributing countries to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), in the fight against Al-Shabaab, which has resulted in the recovery of various territories in the south and centre of the country in recent months. Despite those advances, the situation remains fragile.”
2023-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9446 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank the Special Representatives for their respective briefings, and I welcome the presence of the Permanent Representative of Somalia at this morning’s meeting. For my part, I would like to emphasize three points. First of all, France welcomes the efforts that have been made to bring peace to Somalia. I would like to point to the political efforts in particular, including President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s organization of the National Consultative Council, which is an important step towards strengthening national unity. France encourages all Somali stakeholders to participate with a view to reaching a consensus.”
2023-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9446 (2023) · source
“Finally, we will continue to support the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and all the United Nations agencies and their partners working tirelessly on the ground for the benefit of the Afghan people. We thank them all.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9423 (2023) · source
“Resolution 2593 (2021) set five expectations in terms of the fight against terrorism, humanitarian aid and respect for human rights. The Taliban continue to trample on those expectations and to violate the resolutions of the Council, including resolution 2681 (2023), unanimously adopted less than six months ago. France will also continue to support the mandate of the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, Richard Bennett, who is doing a remarkable job. We also support the process of independent review of the situation in Afghanistan by the United Nations, led by Special Coordinator Feridun Sinirlioğlu.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9423 (2023) · source
“France remains committed to helping the Afghan people meet all their humanitarian needs. France continues to provide aid directly to the Afghan people, based on the principle of “for women, by women”. France has contributed more than €140 million since 2021 and will continue its humanitarian aid in the areas of health, education and food security. This year, France will make an additional contribution of €1.5 million to the World Food Programme to prevent the risk of famine for women and girls. I repeat that this aid must be channelled to all those who need it, in accordance with humanitarian principles and international law. France remains committed to ensuring that the demands of the international community and the resolutions of the Council are respected.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9423 (2023) · source
“That is why, with several of its partners, France organized a ministerial meeting during the General Assembly’s high-level week in order to denounce the policy of systematic discrimination imposed on Afghan women by the Taliban. We will ensure that this campaign continues. The security situation also remains very worrisome. Terrorist groups such as Da’esh and Al-Qaida have found refuge in Afghanistan. We are also closely monitoring developments in drug cultivation and trafficking. Those challenges cannot be considered in isolation. Respect for the rights of Afghan women, in particular their education and full participation in economic life, is a prerequisite for the country’s economic development, which would serve as the best bulwark against the spread of radicalization and terrorism.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9423 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I would like to thank Special Representative Roza Otunbayeva, UN-Women Executive Director Ms. Bahous and Ms. Karima Bennoune for their statements. The situation in Afghanistan continues to deteriorate. The Taliban continue their policy of systematic oppression of Afghan women, who continue to be deprived of their right to education, their freedom of movement and their right to engage in the activity of their choice. We will never accept that policy of segregation. France is and will remain in support of Afghan women and girls. France is committed to ensuring that Afghan women make their voices heard.”
2023-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9423 (2023) · source
“While Russia regularly stresses the importance of cooperation between States on an equal footing, we regret that it submitted a draft text (S/2023/639) that has not been discussed by the members of the Security Council on such an essential subject and at such a critical time for Mali, for the region and for the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali. Russia’s choice cannot fail to raise questions, moreover, just a few days after the participation of Wagner Group mercenaries in the fighting in Ber and the air strikes in Anefis, which are jeopardizing the ceasefire and the peace agreement. I would remind members that the Panel of Experts’ mandate included investigating human rights violations committed throughout Mali by all those guilty of such crimes.”
2023-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9408 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): France deeply regrets Russia’s veto of the draft resolution renewing the sanctions regime in Mali (S/2023/638). Together with the United Arab Emirates, France worked tirelessly in recent weeks to present a balanced text at the end of a process of in-depth consultations, while listening to the views of each of the members of the Security Council. We welcome the unanimous support expressed today by the African members of the Council in particular.”
2023-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9408 (2023) · source
“We understand the concern of the countries in the region about the withdrawal of MINUSMA, as the ECOWAS Heads of State have called for in-depth reflection on its consequences. Lastly and most important, we must remain attentive to the impact of the withdrawal on the daily lives of the Malian population, on access to humanitarian assistance and on the protection of human rights.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“I would also like to express our concern about the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali. The clashes in Ber, involving mercenaries from the Wagner Group, are a serious violation of the ceasefire. France calls on the parties to avoid any escalation and resume discussions under the aegis of international mediation. The United Nations must remain fully committed to supporting the agreement emanating from the Algiers process, and France would like it to have every resource necessary to that end. The Security Council must continue to monitor the situation in Mali with extreme vigilance. We must fully support the efforts of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to ensure that the political transition is completed within the agreed time frame and allows for the democratic election of civilian authorities.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Ms. Abouya for their briefings. France takes note of the letter of the Secretary- General (S/2023/611) on the withdrawal of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA). We pay tribute to the work done by the women and men of peace in Mali, and we pay homage to the memory of the peacekeepers who lost their lives. The Malian transitional authorities have pledged to ensure the safe withdrawal of the Mission, with no restrictions on its movements or supplies, in full compliance with resolution 2690 (2023), and it is imperative that they respect that commitment on the ground. I recall that the status-of-forces agreement remains in force until the last MINUSMA element has left Mali.”
2023-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9407 (2023) · source
“Together with its partners, France will continue to stand by Ukraine for as long as necessary and to provide the assistance Ukraine needs to enable it to exercise its right to self-defence. There can be only one outcome, and that is a peace in accordance with the Charter that respects Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders. France will continue to support Ukraine’s efforts to establish a just and lasting peace.”
2023-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9404 (2023) · source
“There can be no lasting peace without justice. On 19 August, Russian strikes targeting a university and a theatre in Chernihiv killed seven civilians and wounded more than 150 people, including 15 children. Yesterday strikes targeted a school in the Sumy region, killing four civilians. Under international humanitarian law, Russia must stop targeting the Ukrainian population and civilian infrastructure. Russia alone decided to use force illegally and violate the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine. It alone has the power to put an end to this war and the resulting suffering. It is also Russia that is holding the world’s population hostage by blocking Ukrainian grain exports, stealing grain from the occupied territories of Ukraine and destroying the country’s agricultural infrastructure.”
2023-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9404 (2023) · source
“Russia must return all deported children to Ukraine without delay. France would like to remind the Council that the International Criminal Court has issued two arrest warrants against the President of Russia and Russia’s so-called Commissioner for Children’s Rights. The Court, acting independently, found that there were reasonable grounds to believe that Russian authorities at the highest levels were responsible for deporting Ukrainian children, which constitutes a war crime. France will continue to give full support to the vital work of international justice. Those responsible for the crimes committed in Ukraine must be held to account. It is our duty to fulfil that demand for justice, which we owe to all the victims of those crimes. France also reiterates its support to both the International Criminal Court and the Ukrainian courts.”
2023-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9404 (2023) · source
“The testimonies we heard today once again confirm the exorbitant cost of this aggression for civilians, especially children. Both the Secretary- General’s annual report on children in armed conflict (S/2023/363) and that of the Human Rights Council’s Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine (A/HRC/52/62) are unequivocal. Russia is responsible for the murder and maiming of children, their illegal transfer to Russia, sexual violence against them and attacks on schools and hospitals. The Secretary-General’s inclusion of Russia on his annual list of perpetrators of those crimes affirms their gravity. France urges Russia to respect international law and put an immediate end to all those abuses. We reiterate our firm condemnation of Russia’s illegal deportations of Ukrainian children.”
2023-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9404 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I would like to thank Ms. DiCarlo, Ms. Rashevska and Mr. Kuleba for their briefings. On this day celebrating Ukrainian independence, France pays tribute to the unshakeable courage of the Ukrainian people, who, 32 years after gaining independence, find themselves forced to continue fighting tirelessly to defend their sovereignty, territorial integrity and freedom in the face of Russia’s unjustified and unlawful aggression. For 18 months now, Russia has been violating not only the fundamental principles of the Charter of the United Nations but also international humanitarian law and human rights. With its bombardments deliberately targeting civilian populations and infrastructure, Russia is inflicting untold suffering on Ukraine and its people.”
2023-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9404 (2023) · source
“His regime feeds on the instability that reigns in Syria and fuels it. In conclusion, only a lasting and just peace based on the provisions of resolution 2254 (2015), adopted unanimously by the Council, will make it possible to put an end to the war in Syria and alleviate the suffering of the Syrian people. That is why we remain adamant: no normalization, reconstruction or lifting of sanctions will be possible without tangible gestures on the part of the regime, notably towards a credible and inclusive political process; the voluntary, safe and dignified return of refugees and the fight against drug trafficking.”
2023-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9403 (2023) · source
“Geir Pedersen, whose efforts we commend, has also underscored that the Committee’s working methods need to be reviewed to enable it to start carrying out the genuine work which the regime is deliberately refusing to undertake. On the ground, the situation remains volatile, as evidenced by the absence of a nationwide ceasefire. As we know, the chaos and scorched earth policy methodically implemented by the regime have provided fertile ground for the spread of terrorism. We strongly condemn all attacks carried out by Da’esh and recall that France itself has on several occasions been the victim of murderous attacks on its territory by that terrorist group, which takes advantage of the war to prosper. However, Bashar Al-Assad’s regime is not a reliable partner in the fight against terrorism.”
2023-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9403 (2023) · source
“The sanctions adopted by the European States are aimed precisely at preventing those crimes and reducing as far as possible the financial capabilities and freedom of movement of their perpetrators. Only an inclusive political process can guarantee the lasting and just peace to which Syrians aspire. The war continues for want of political progress. The deliberate obstruction practiced by the regime, supported by Russia, is preventing any political discussion. The work of the Constitutional Committee has ground to a halt because Russia alone has decided, in defiance of the terms of reference agreed by the Syrians, to oppose the holding of its meetings in Geneva.”
2023-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9403 (2023) · source
“The United Nations has extensively documented the regime’s systematic use of torture and sexual violence against women, children and men in the prisons under its control. The day before yesterday marked the tenth anniversary of the atrocious sarin gas attack carried out in the Ghouta district of Damascus by Bashar Al-Assad’s regime against its own population, killing more than 1,400 people, many of them children. France pays tribute to the memory of the victims of that heinous crime. The events I have just described constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity. Those responsible must be held accountable for their actions. That is necessary if Syria is to rebuild itself socially and politically.”
2023-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9403 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I would like to thank Geir Pedersen and Lubna Alkanawati for their statements. I would like to emphasize two messages. The Syrian regime is behind the suffering of the Syrian people and the destruction of the country. Since the peaceful uprising of Syrian demonstrators in March 2011, the regime has not stopped its killing, repression and torture. The record is grim: more than 500,000 dead, more than 130,000 forcibly disappeared and 12 million Syrians have been displaced or have become refugees. What is more, Syria is now a global hub for drug trafficking, which is a major source of instability for the entire region and one of the main sources of income for Bashar Al-Assad’s regime.”
2023-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9403 (2023) · source
“France calls on the parties concerned to work in good faith and to cooperate with the Special Representative of the Secretary- General to that end, in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions and the expectations of the Libyan people.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“Attacks on fundamental freedoms and the curtailment of freedom of expression and associa- tion are also very worrisome, as are the restrictions on Libyan women’s freedom of movement that the civil- society briefer mentioned earlier. We call on the Libyan authorities to comply with their obligations under inter- national law and international humanitarian law. Political legitimacy, together with the country’s sovereignty and unity, must be restored in Libya. That is the only way to achieve stability. The holding of transparent and impartial elections throughout Libya as soon as possible is imperative.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“The fair distribution of resources among all Libyan regions is key to resolving the political and security crisis and building a stable, unified and sovereign Libya. In that regard, France welcomes the establishment by the Presidential Council of a high financial management committee dedicated to the distribution of revenue sources and the management of public expenditures. France also welcomes the efforts of all Libyan stakeholders to that end. France reiterates its concern about human rights violations against the civilian population, particularly migrants, in Libya. Ending human trafficking is an urgent priority.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“France once again calls on the Libyan authorities to prevent any escalation and reminds them of their responsibility to ensure the safety of the population. The latest events are a reminder of the importance of unified security and military institutions capable of ensuring security throughout the country and ending the militias’ stranglehold. In that regard, in coordination with the United Nations and all its partners, France will continue to support the 5+5 Joint Military Commission and the two Chiefs of Staff, with a view towards reunifying the Libyan army. France will also continue to demand compliance with the arms embargo and the withdrawal of all foreign forces, fighters and mercenaries from Libyan territory, in cooperation with Libya’s neighbouring countries.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“Discussions between Libyan players, in conjunction with the Special Representative, must be encouraged in order to finalize and promulgate the electoral laws as soon as possible. France welcomes the commitment of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya to continuing its work with all the Libyan institutions and players concerned, with a view to holding credible, inclusive and transparent elections. It reiterates its support for the mediation of Special Representative Bathily to achieve this objective. The full implementation of the 23 October 2020 ceasefire agreement and the maintenance of stability and security in Libya are essential. Serious armed clashes between militias took place in Tripoli a few days ago against a backdrop of increasing insecurity in Tripolitania, owing to the growing influence of the militias.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I would like to thank Special Representative Abdoulaye Bathily and Ms. Noura Al Jerbi for their briefings. The Libyans have clearly expressed their desire to hold presidential and legislative elections. It is important to listen to them. The full commitment of all Libyan and international players to this end is essential. The Libyan people have the right to choose their leaders democratically by going to the polls. The draft electoral laws proposed by the 6+6 committee, representing the Libyan House of Representatives and High State Council, are a step in the right direction. They represent significant progress towards the holding of simultaneous presidential and legislative elections.”
2023-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9402 (2023) · source
“France calls on North Korea to resume its dialogue with the international community and facilitate the return of international humanitarian staff and diplomatic missions on its territory. It is essential that the Pyongyang regime allow United Nations staff to return to North Korea and guarantee full, safe and unhindered humanitarian access throughout the territory, so that all necessary aid can reach its population.”
2023-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9398 (2023) · source
“Nearly 20 per cent of North Korean children suffer from stunted growth. Despite repeated calls from the international community, the Pyongyang regime refuses to engage with the various United Nations human rights protection mechanisms. France commends the work of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and the work and the mission of the Special Rapporteur. Despite a lack of access to the country, they continue to document the human rights situation and the violations committed by the regime. They must continue to be supported in their mandate, as their mission is essential. North Korea must cease its serious violations. It must resume cooperation with the United Nations and comply with international human rights law and international humanitarian law without delay.”
2023-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9398 (2023) · source
“While the North Korean regime pursues its nuclear and ballistic missile programmes at an unprecedented pace, in defiance of all Security Council resolutions adopted in this Chamber, the human rights situation in North Korea remains alarming. Despite repeated calls by the international community to respect human rights in North Korea, nothing has changed and nothing is changing. Widespread ill-treatment, arbitrary detentions and arrests, separated families: the fundamental rights and freedoms of North Koreans are systematically flouted by the regime. Nor should we forget the victims of enforced disappearance, including in South Korea and Japan. The humanitarian situation also remains tragic. The population continues to suffer from food insecurity, alarming detention conditions and dire health conditions.”
2023-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9398 (2023) · source
“Mrs. Broadhurst Estival (France) (spoke in French): I thank the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mr. Volker Türk, and the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Ms. Elizabeth Salmón, for their informative briefings. I would like to commend the courage of Ilhyeok Kim for his moving testimony. I thank him for joining us. France fully supports the holding of this meeting, as human rights are one of the fundamental pillars of the United Nations. The Security Council must continue to address the massive and systematic violations of human rights in North Korea. Those violations undermine regional and international peace and security.”
2023-08-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9398 (2023) · source
“France also remains fully committed to promoting a lasting and just peace in the region. We therefore call for a resumption of negotiations aimed at resolving all outstanding issues, including rights and guarantees for the population of Nagorno-Karabakh. That can be achieved only through dialogue without any use or threats of force. Alongside the European Union, France will continue to contribute to efforts to promote dialogue between Armenia and Azerbaijan. We fully support and actively participate in the mediation efforts led by the European Union to promote a normalization process. We will support the quest for progress on all the subjects under negotiation, particularly the draft peace treaty, border demarcation, humanitarian issues and the opening of communication routes.”
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