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Buallay

lines on the record: 427
first: 1997-03-06
most recent: 2002-09-23
sittings or episodes: 72
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“My delegation expresses its great appreciation to the United Nations system for its efforts in Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as for the important role undertaken by related agencies and organizations. My delegation urges all parties in Bosnia and Herzegovina to closely implement the Dayton Peace Agreement with regard to setting up the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and to cooperation with the international community, as represented by the United Nations, its missions and the various bodies acting in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
1998-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3892 (1998) · source
“My delegation expresses its regret regarding the incidents that have taken place in the last three months, including acts of violence against refugees and returnees, as well as other incidents that have taken place from time to time in various parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We urge the officials concerned to take the necessary measures to avoid any further incidents of this kind. On the other hand, my delegation supports the close cooperation between UNMIBH and other international organizations, including the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, particularly within the framework of preparations for the national elections scheduled for 13 September 1998.”
1998-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3892 (1998) · source
“We hope that the efforts of the Mission in training police forces in Bosnia and Herzegovina and restructuring police forces in the Federation and in the Republika Srpska will succeed. On another front, the International Police Task Force (IPTF) has been making strenuous efforts in cooperation with the Stabilization Force (SFOR) to implement the Operation Harvest programme, through which individuals who hand over weapons in their possession to SFOR or IPTF are granted immunity. My delegation welcomes the achievement made in this field, whereby SFOR has been able to collect 6,799 mines as well as tens of thousands of weapons and related equipment. This is most encouraging indeed.”
1998-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3892 (1998) · source
“Allow me at the outset to express our deepest thanks to the Secretary-General for his useful report concerning the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH). We should also like to pay tribute to the Swedish delegation for drafting the draft resolution now before us. The presence of UNMIBH in the field has played a large role in the achievement of an atmosphere of stability and peace and Bosnia and Herzegovina. That role has increased lately, which pleases us. A great deal of progress has been made in the restructuring of police forces in the Federation and in the Republika Srpska. That progress has been closely linked to the comprehensive progress in the implementation of peace, although some difficulties and obstacles remain - as was, in any case, to be expected.”
1998-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3892 (1998) · source
“Therefore, my delegation urges both parties, particularly UNITA, to refrain from using force because of the nefarious consequences that this may have for the peace process, which could send us back to the starting point. In its conviction in supporting the peace process in Angola, the delegation of Bahrain will support the draft resolution before us. We all hope that UNITA will comply with its commitments as soon as possible, and that that will be before 23 June, the date stipulated in the draft resolution.”
1998-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3891 (1998) · source
“However, each time that the crisis in Angola nears a final solution and normal life begins to return, UNITA comes along to attempt a reversal. Thus, it dissipates the hope of attaining a definitive solution to the crisis there. UNITA also undertakes actions which run counter to the spirit of the agreements reached between the two parties, especially the Lusaka Protocol. Examples of this are the maintenance of a military force and the perpetration of armed attacks against United Nations staff, which my delegation condemns. My delegation demands that these attacks be immediately halted and that UNITA respect its commitments towards the peace process in Angola. The peace process in Angola has reached a crossroads.”
1998-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3891 (1998) · source
“Mr. Buallay (Bahrain) (interpretation from Arabic): The efforts to restore normalcy in Angola have gone forward a long way. Most of the provisions of the Lusaka Protocol have been implemented. What remains to be accomplished is little. Perhaps this little that remains is what those who do not want peace in Angola are clinging to, including UNITA. The task of disarming the combatants is nearly completed, together with their reintegration in society. Government authority has been extended to almost all the territory except the territories under UNITA control. Recognition of UNITA as a party in the political life of the country has been accomplished. UNITA leaders have arrived in the capital, Luanda, to assume their tasks, including Government and diplomatic positions.”
1998-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3891 (1998) · source
“My country has constantly called for its establishment as a nuclear-weapon-free zone and a zone free of all weapons of mass destruction. We are convinced that peace and security must be achieved in that region and that nuclear war and its potential effects on property and human beings must be avoided there.”
1998-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3890 (1998) · source
“On this basis, Bahrain invites the two neighbouring countries, Pakistan and India, with which we are friends, to demonstrate the utmost possible restraint and to take the steps necessary to reduce and eliminate the causes of tension between them through dialogue. In this way, they may find solutions to the problems that hamper relations of good-neighbourliness between them. My country welcomes the efforts of the Secretary- General in this respect. We are convinced that dialogue between the two countries is the best way to ease tensions in South Asia. Having raised the issue of peace and stability in South Asia, we are prompted to raise that of peace and stability in a neighbouring region of no less importance: the Middle East.”
1998-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3890 (1998) · source
“Mr. Buallay (Bahrain) (interpretation from Arabic): At the outset, I wish to express the gratitude and appreciation of my country's delegations to the delegations of Japan, Sweden, Slovenia and Costa Rica for their commendable efforts to achieve a consensus formula on the draft resolution before us today. Bahrain, which is committed to international peace and security, has on several occasions called on the international community to strive for nuclear non-proliferation and the complete banning of tests. We are convinced that these destructive weapons, which could destroy all mankind, must be banished from our world.”
1998-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3890 (1998) · source
“The competence of the Tribunal is thus extra-territorial, extending beyond Rwanda to neighbouring countries, because atrocious massacres were also committed in Rwandan refugee camps in these countries. The International Criminal Tribunal must continue its work of trying the accused and fulfil its responsibility to bring these people to trial without delay. The citizens of Rwanda and the world are waiting for justice to be done and for the criminals to be punished. This is why my delegation Wishes to facilitate the judicial procedures and today supports the establishment of a third Trial Chamber so that the Tribunal can actively pursue its efforts to improve the effectiveness of its work, strengthen its working methods and procedures, and try the accused promptly.”
1998-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3877 (1998) · source
“There is overwhelming proof of who the real perpetrators of these calculated and systematic acts are. These acts represent a violation of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide of 1948. Concerned not to let the perpetrators of these crimes evade justice, the Security Council decided to establish the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. The competence of the Tribunal and its temporal and geographic limits were defined: it is competent to try persons responsible for serious violations of international humanitarian law perpetrated on the territory of Rwanda and Rwandan citizens responsible for such violations on the territories of neighbouring States.”
1998-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3877 (1998) · source
“Mr. Buallay (Bahrain) (interpretation from Arabic): The Security Council created the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda by resolution 955 (1994) of 8 November 1994. The fundamental aim of the Tribunal was to bring to justice those persons presumed responsible for the genocide and other serious violations of international humanitarian law committed in Rwanda in 1994. The genocide perpetrated in that country is appalling. In our opinion, no one will forget the images that were transmitted by all the media, showing citizens roaming the countryside, having left their homes for fear of suffering the cruel fate of the rest of their families. We will not forget the spectacle of the corpses piled up after the various massacres. The persons presumed responsible for these criminal acts must be tried as an example to others.”
1998-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3877 (1998) · source
“We believe that the deployment of 83 additional civilian police observers, as authorized by the Security Council in its resolution 1157 (1998), will facilitate the normalization of State administration and help in the training of some elements of the Angolan National Police. My delegation believes that it is very important to intensify efforts towards national reconciliation and stability. We therefore favour extending MONUA's mandate to 30 June 1998 and will vote in favour of the draft resolution before us.”
1998-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3876 (1998) · source
“These actions and the constant threats against the Angolan National Police have also affected stability and security in other regions of Angola and are delaying the implementation of the remaining tasks. We therefore call on UNITA to intervene and to put an end to these attacks and unwarranted activities. The United Nations presence in Angola and its assistance in strengthening peace and stability have undoubtedly greatly helped to alleviate the situation and bring the parties closer to each other. This participation is necessary in order to bolster the efforts being made to effect national reconciliation, restore confidence and strengthen economic and social development.”
1998-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3876 (1998) · source
“Consequently, the propaganda campaigns have shut down in recent weeks and a UNITA delegation, led by the party's Vice- President, arrived in Luanda to prepare for the establishment of UNITA headquarters in the capital. We believe that these measures are very positive and will help to restore confidence between the two parties. That is why it is important to continue working to accomplish all the tasks laid down in the Lusaka Protocol as soon as possible. Progress has undoubtedly been achieved and that is encouraging, but the security situation in some areas of the country remains precarious. The continuing tensions are mostly the result of armed attacks, often targeting civilian police and local government authorities, resulting in many casualties. Armed elements of UNITA have also launched two attacks on MONUA.”
1998-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3876 (1998) · source
“Mr. Buallay (Bahrain) (interpretation from Arabic): The peace process in Angola is at a crucial phase. Considerable progress has been made recently, particularly with regard to the steps taken by the Government of Unity and National Reconciliation and UNITA to accomplish the remaining tasks set forth in the Lusaka Protocol. On 11 March, the Angolan Government announced the legalization of UNITA as a political party. Three governors have been appointed and seven vice-governors nominated, as envisaged in the Lusaka Protocol. Six names have been nominated for ambassadorships abroad. Mr. Savimbi's special status has been recognized. On the other side, UNITA demilitarized its forces on 6 March and Radio Vorgan ceased broadcasting in April after having functioned for many years.”
1998-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3876 (1998) · source
“In conclusion, my delegation would like to reaffirm the importance of the major role that the United Nations and its bodies can undertake through their commitment to support peace, stability and prosperity in Africa.”
1998-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3875 (1998) · source
“Thirdly, coordination between the United Nations and the Organization of African Unity (OAU) must be promoted. This will enhance cooperation between the Security Council and the OAU Mechanism for finding effective solutions to problems in Africa. Fourthly, illegal flows of and trafficking in weapons must be confronted, and pre-emptive measures to stem them must be taken. Fifthly, top priority must be given to the post-conflict consolidation of peace, because a fragile peace may collapse at any time. Sixthly, coordination is needed between Security Council measures to maintain peace and security and the efforts of the United Nations development organizations. In that way, the African continent would benefit from united efforts and would not be adversely affected by scattered efforts.”
1998-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3875 (1998) · source
“My delegation believes that the elimination of the sources of tension in Africa requires continuing efforts that take into account the complicated reasons for conflict. In this context, the following should be kept in mind. First, genuine will is of key importance as a driving force for achieving stability and development in Africa. The African continent is rich and fertile and can provide a sturdy basis for prosperity. Secondly, international organizations should contribute to the rebuilding of economic structures destroyed by conflicts, which would guarantee that conflicts will not recur. In this regard, humanitarian assistance is not sufficient for peace-building, without which Africans will not be able to stand on their own feet and achieve the development they hope for, and thus eliminate the spectre of strife from their countries.”
1998-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3875 (1998) · source
“In the absence of the will of the parties to a conflict to solve their problems amicably, it is very difficult to achieve peace in such circumstances. In fact, the opposite result may occur. However, if appropriate conditions are provided, peacekeeping operations can be the decisive arbiter between strife and peace. It is therefore extremely important for the United Nations to support regional peace initiatives because the capabilities of the United Nations, however great they may be, are not sufficient. We believe that groupings of regional States can undertake an important complementary role in preventing the spread of conflict because of their understanding of the nature of regional problems and their great ability to influence local parties.”
1998-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3875 (1998) · source
“Even though the Security Council has adopted a long series of resolutions and has fashioned initiatives and plans for maintaining peace in Africa, while some of these initiatives have succeeded, others have failed. Those failures are basically due to the international community's hesitation to intervene rapidly and effectively to maintain peace. Proof of such failure is the non-intervention to prevent the genocide in Rwanda, which was unprecedented in modern history. That reluctance had grave consequences that are still being felt today. In my country's view, the peacekeeping operations of the Security Council are successful in containing conflicts, but are not always the ultimate solution for problems in Africa.”
1998-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3875 (1998) · source
“The monopolization of wealth is one of the principal reasons for protracted conflicts in the continent. A vivid recent example of this is what took place in Sierra Leone. Those who usurped the authority of the legitimate Government monopolized natural wealth, took private and public monies and spread fear and violence throughout the country. Fortunately, the countries of West Africa and the United Nations contributed towards the return of the legitimate Government to Sierra Leone. The international community must undertake expeditious and urgent measures to face up to the grave political, economic and social problems confronting Africa. We reaffirm the importance of the role of the United Nations in this sphere.”
1998-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3875 (1998) · source
“Power becomes an end in itself, instead of the pursuit of stability and development in these countries. Furthermore, economic and social problems complete this Vicious circle of instability. A comprehensive and radical approach to the resolution of such problems must be found. Development cannot be obtained without peace and stability, nor can peace and stability continue without economic and social development. On the other hand, the multi-ethnic characteristics of most African States often lead to strife because of preferential treatment of some ethnic groups and discrimination against others, which ultimately constitute the nucleus of strife between these ethnic groups as an inevitable outcome. The tendency to monopolize the sources of wealth is a primary objective towards which those at the helm of authority in Africa strive.”
1998-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3875 (1998) · source
“In addition, the Council's success in resolving the problems of Africa would undoubtedly be a distinct signal of its effectiveness. It is of particular importance to diagnose the main problems in Africa and to determine the sources of conflict and strife in this continent. Undoubtedly the burdensome legacy of colonialism, inherited by the African States through their partition and division into sometimes heterogeneous national units, is one of the principal reasons for the many areas of conflict existing in Africa today. Political instability in some of the African countries is the main problem in Africa. This is because the nature of authority is changed by the use of force within short intervals, which exposes African countries to harmful disturbances.”
1998-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3875 (1998) · source
“Mr. Buallay (Bahrain) (interpretation from Arabic): I should like to express our most sincere gratitude to the Secretary-General for his comprehensive and analytical report on the causes of conflict and the promotion of durable peace and sustainable development in Africa. This formal meeting of the Security Council to discuss the situation in Africa reflects the Council's interest in Africa and affirms its commitment to the future of the African continent. The many tensions prevailing in Africa today represent the gravest challenge to international peace and security. The Security Council, the principal body of the United Nations whose main responsibility is to maintain international peace and security, faces a difficult test.”
1998-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3875 (1998) · source
“The International Commission of Inquiry must commence its work as soon as possible. My delegation supports the draft resolution before us today and will vote in favour of it.”
1998-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3870 (1998) · source
“The mandate of the Commission should consist of the following elements: gathering information and carefully examining reports of the sale or supply of arms and materiel to former Rwandan government forces and militias in the Great Lakes region of Central Africa; identifying the parties that have assisted and encouraged the illegal acquisition of arms, which contravenes relevant Security Council resolutions; working to put an end to radio broadcasts and pamphlets that spread hatred and sow fear among the population of the region; and recommending the necessary measures to stop illegal flows of weapons to the region. In this respect, we request the Secretary-General to provide us with periodic reports on the reactivation of the Commission and to introduce his recommendations in this regard.”
1998-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3870 (1998) · source
“My delegation wishes to reaffirm the importance of reactivating the International Commission of Inquiry for Rwanda established by Security Council resolution 1013 (1995). We pay tribute to that Commission for its excellent work, which is described in its reports, especially its final report, contained in document S/1997/ 1010, and in the supplementary report annexed to the letter dated 22 January 1998 from the Secretary- General addressed to the President of the Security Council, document S/ 1998/63.”
1998-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3870 (1998) · source
“Mr. Buallay (Bahrain) (interpretation from Arabic): The draft resolution before us today is a very important one at this juncture: we are concerned at reports of the sale or supply of arms and materiel to former Rwandan government forces and militias, and at other reports of continued violence in Rwanda resulting from the illegal flow of arms of all kinds into Rwanda. This will inevitably place weapons in the hands of irresponsible parties, emboldening them and giving them the means to commit massacres, adding to the huge number of victims in Rwanda. That is exactly what happened last December, when this situation led to the murder of civilians, including refugees, at Mudende.”
1998-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3870 (1998) · source
“The draft resolution before the Council today is but an initial message to the Belgrade Government. We hope that that Government will reconsider all its actions and past policies with respect to the Kosovo region. We hope that that Government will respond positively to the call of the international community, which in paragraph 3 of the draft resolution before us would clearly call for offering the Kosovar Albanian community a genuine political process; we hope that this will lead to a settlement acceptable to both sides. The Government of Bahrain supports draft resolution S/1998/284 and will vote in favour of it.”
1998-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3868 (1998) · source
“The Organization of the Islamic Conference emphasized its rejection of the arbitrary use of armed force against civilians in Kosovo. It also called for an immediate halt to such actions and for an immediate withdrawal from civilian areas. The Organization of the Islamic Conference also adopted a resolution calling upon its Secretary- General to hold consultations with other relevant international organizations with a View to managing the Kosovo crisis. It also called for the establishment of genuine institutions in Kosovo, as the best way of protecting the human, political and national rights of the population of the region, and of preventing the escalation of violence there. It further called for the reopening of all educational, cultural and scientific institutions, and for internationally protected dialogue with the Kosovo population.”
1998-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3868 (1998) · source
“But the Belgrade Government has persisted in rejecting all these attempts and has persevered in its intransigence. With a view to preventing another massacre, like that which took place in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Security Council acted swiftly; several consultation meetings and other contacts took place, resulting in the draft resolution before us today, which we hope will send a clear message from the international community to the authorities in the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. In the context of attempts to settle the problem, the Organization of the Islamic Conference, at the twenty- fifth meeting of Foreign Ministers that took place at Doha, Qatar, from 15 to 17 March 1998, expressed its concern at the grave violations of the human and political rights of the inhabitants of the Kosovo region.”
1998-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3868 (1998) · source
“We feel great sadness and sorrow for these victims and condemn the savagery with which this matter has been handled. We also condemn the practices of the Serbian authorities against unarmed civilian inhabitants of the Kosovo region, the arbitrary measures and the discriminatory practices employed against them, including imprisonment. There have been substantial international and regional attempts to urge the Serbian Government to act with restraint and to begin a serious, unconditional political dialogue with the Kosovar Albanians. In this regard, the Contact Group on the former Yugoslavia have exerted strenuous efforts to resolve this crisis. Some of the Contact Group Foreign Ministers visited Belgrade seeking to convince the Government there to settle the crisis peacefully.”
1998-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3868 (1998) · source
“Mr. Buallay (Bahrain) (interpretation from Arabic): My delegation wishes at the outset to convey its appreciation of the efforts made by the sponsors of today's draft resolution on Kosovo. We would have preferred the concerns we expressed during consultations to have been taken into account. Yet, in a spirit of cooperation, my delegation did not wish to obstruct the work of the Council or to stand in the way of unanimity, even though we believe that those concerns are legitimate. Recently the Kosovo region has been the scene of bloody violence against the Albanian community, which constitutes more than 90 per cent of the population there. This violence has resulted in the death of many innocent people, including children and women.”
1998-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3868 (1998) · source
“Proceeding from the State of Bahrain's concern to support security and stability in the Central African Republic in particular, and in the region as a whole, as well as our concern to see a United Nations presence in that country, my delegation will support the draft resolution before us, which pertains to the creation of a United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic (MINURCA). In this context, my delegation calls on all parties to ensure the security, safety and freedom of movement of the members of the Mission and the protection of the Mission's property.”
1998-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3867 (1998) · source
“My delegation shares the concern of the Secretary- General regarding the fragile political and security situation in that country, particularly because light arms remain in circulation and are obtainable from certain countries. This situation is also due to the fact that some elements of the former armed forces have fled to the south of the country, and also to the presence of local militias to the north. This makes it essential for the international community, as represented by the United Nations, to be present in the Central African Republic in order to restore stability and security in the country.”
1998-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3867 (1998) · source
“Mr. Buallay (Bahrain) (interpretation from Arabic): I should like at the outset to express our appreciation to the Secretary-General for the comprehensive and detailed report contained in document S/1998/148. I should also like to thank the States participating in the Inter-African Mission to Monitor the Implementation of the Bangui Agreements (MISAB), as well as the Government of France, the International Mediation Committee, the International Monitoring Committee and United Nations programmes and agencies for their significant efforts to achieve national reconciliation and stability in the Central African Republic.”
1998-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3867 (1998) · source
“Rather, it is necessary to completely exempt pilgrimage and medical care from these sanctions. Any believer must turn to God and God alone in order to fulfil religious obligations, and no believer can compromise on his or her health, because without health, nothing is possible in this world.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“My delegation believes that the Security Council must re-examine the sanctions decreed against Libya because of the new factors in the case: the Judgment handed down by the International Court of Justice and the options submitted on this matter, which is legal in nature and not political. The Council should respond by decreeing a suspension of these sanctions until a ruling is handed down. As for the travel of Libyan nationals to fulfil their religious obligations or to receive medical care abroad, neither the principles of monotheistic religions nor humanitarian considerations can tolerate any obstacle. That is why it is difficult to approve of the current procedures of the sanctions Committee, which consist of examining requests on a case-by-case basis.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“These are the options that will undoubtedly make it possible rapidly to take a decision on this matter. They will help shed light on the entire matter for the benefit of the families of the victims and in connection with lifting the sanctions on Libya. These options also ask Libya to cooperate and to respond favourably, in accordance with Security Council resolution 731 (1992). Since the other two resolutions- 748 (1992) and 883 (1993)- imposed sanctions after the matter was brought by Libya to the International Court of Justice and not before, they are not justified.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“As for the substance of the issue, not only does this matter come under the purview of the Montreal Convention - hence the International Court of Justice's decision that it is competent to hear the case - but other regional and international organizations, such as the League of Arab States, the Organization of African Unity, the Organization of the Islamic Conference and the Non- Aligned Movement, also submitted the following three options, which take into consideration the rights of all parties: first, to hold the trial of the two suspects in a neutral country to be determined by the Security Council; secondly, to have the two suspects tried at the International Court of Justice by Scottish judges in accordance with Scottish law; and thirdly, to establish a special criminal tribunal at the Court's headquarters at The Hague to try the two suspects.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“They noted that the psychological impact also constrained other countries from dealing with the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya in areas outside the purview of the sanctions. They also seemed perplexed that the initiatives and alternatives proposed by the Organization of African Unity and the League of Arab States, among others, to facilitate a resolution of the problem were not accepted by the Security Council." [5/1998/201, annex, para. I5] Even before the International Court of Justice handed down its Judgment, which pointed to the normal framework for resolving this problem, many international and regional initiatives had taken that direction. But when the Court declared itself competent, these initiatives were stepped up, and in fact 21 letters were addressed to the President of the Security Council on this subject.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“And this, of course, has a considerable psychological effect on the population. By way of evidence, I might mention paragraph 15 of the report of Mr. Vladimir Petrovsky, who was sent by the Secretary-General of the United Nations to conduct a fact-finding mission to Libya from 13 to 18 December 1997. This paragraph refers to the psychological effects of the sanctions: "It was apparent that the sanctions had a psychological effect on the Libyan leadership. It feels isolated, targeted and unjustly subjected to a form of collective punishment even before the guilt or innocence of the two suspects had been established through an appropriate judicial process. The Libyan officials underscored that the stigma of a rogue State was hurting the people at large, and the damage to national pride has been grave.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“Unfortunately, this was not the case, in spite of the five years and 351 days elapsed since the sanctions were imposed on Libya. The Judgment of the International Court of Justice, which confirms its competence in this connection, logically requires that the Security Council consider the suspension of sanctions, at least until the Court takes a decision on the substance of the matter. The harmful effects of these sanctions in the long term have begun to be felt by the Libyan people in spite of Libya's oil riches. We can even go so far as to say that in spite of the presence of these riches, the Libyan authorities are completely unable to ensure air transport for their pilgrims or to ensure the emergency evacuation of sick people who need immediate health care abroad.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“Since its Statute is an integral part of the Charter of the United Nations, and since it is the judicial organ of this Organization, as provided under Article 92 of the Charter, the fact that it decides on competence gives a new turn to the issue that is now before us. This places the matter once again in the hands of the authority that is in the best position to decide on it. The three resolutions of the Security Council are thus political in nature, while the Judgment of the Court is judicial in nature and the latter has characterized the dispute as a judicial one rather than a political one. Therefore, the Security Council would have been expected to take into account this new and logical turn that the situation has taken when it conducted its eighteenth review of sanctions on 6 March last.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“Despite the objections raised by the other parties and despite the fact that sanctions had been in place since the adoption of resolution 748 (1992), the International Court of Justice, on 27 February 1998, handed down a Judgment declaring itself competent, under the 1971 Montreal Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts Against the Safety of Civil Aviation, to have jurisdiction. This Judgment by the International Court of Justice is, of course, a procedural Judgment. But, like any other tribunal, this Court takes a decision first on its competence and then considers the substance of a matter.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“The sanctions include prohibition of civilian flights abroad, freezing of Libyan assets, imposition of diplomatic restrictions and a prohibition on the export and import of certain articles and items of equipment, excluding oil and related products. It is clear that the two terrorist attacks are a criminal matter that only a court can decide, but the Security Council decided to deal with the issue on its own, feeling that, as the sixth preambular paragraph of resolution 883 (1993) indicates, that this matter was a threat to international peace and security. This opinion was not shared by Libya, which brought the matter before the International Court of Justice for a decision.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“Mr. Buallay (Bahrain) (interpretation from Arabic): Since the two terrorist attacks on an American and a French civilian aircraft in 1988 and 1989, Libya has suffered from sanctions imposed on it by the Security Council under resolutions 731 (1992), 748 (1992) and 883 (1993) on the grounds that two of its nationals were suspected of committing the attacks. The first resolution asks Libya to cooperate in establishing responsibility, while the second refers to the well-foundedness of the sanctions, calling on Libya to renounce terrorism. The third asks Libya to hand over the two suspects to the judicial authorities of the United States, the United Kingdom and France. The third resolution also decides that the sanctions should be reviewed every four months.”
1998-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3864 (1998) · source
“and the IAEA in both a serious and speedy manner, with a view to eliminating its weapons of mass destruction as a prelude to the lifting of sanctions and moving towards its own development and reconstruction, thus ensuring the well-being of the Iraqi people. This moment is indeed a unique and historic one, as the Council sought and succeeded in securing a peaceful resolution of the current crisis. However, Iraq's behaviour from now on will define the future course of action. Hence, as the Council has endorsed the peaceful solution, we call upon Iraq to respond favourably to United Nations efforts, and we call upon the United Nations to encourage Iraq to pursue that course so that peace will prevail throughout the region and to stay away from the options that would pose danger to the entire region.”
1998-03-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3858 (1998) · source