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1. “I want to thank the Secretary-General, President Kagame and President Mbeki for their insightful messages. The courageous briefing from Ms. Fawzia Koofi struck a deep chord, and I thank her. Today I will make three points. First, as the Council seeks to build and sustain peace, the leitmotif must be the fullest respect for the human rights of all people. Human rights belong to individual human beings in all their diversity. They belong to all persons, regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity; regardless of religion, belief or disability; regardless of whether they are rich or poor; and regardless of where they live on this planet. Our instinct as humans is to form groups and communities; we carry this identity with us.”

   2021-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8877 (2021) · source

2. “The quest for peace, our collective effort to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war, is the foundation stone of the United Nations and the mandate of the Security Council. Such an enormous responsibility is entrusted to each member of the Council. Every day, millions of vulnerable people look to us around this table for hope. They look to us to set aside our differences and to prevent and end conflict. Our successes are theirs. When we come together, we can help to alleviate immense suffering; we can provide vital support to peace processes. And yes, our actions, our words, can save lives. This debate gives us not only a welcome opportunity to reflect on those successes, but also time to reflect on our collective failures. It is appropriate that we are joined today by deeply thoughtful briefers.”

   2021-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8877 (2021) · source

3. “Obasanjo, at the next available opportunity. In conclusion, Ethiopia’s Government has a historic opportunity, and indeed a new mandate, to turn the tide towards peace and steer the country back onto the hopeful path of just a few years ago. We are approaching the one-year anniversary of the conflict. It must end. It is time for Ethiopia’s leaders to deliver the peace, unity and prosperity that all Ethiopian people deserve. The alternative is a catastrophic, prolonged and expanding conflict that threatens to destroy Ethiopia’s ambition for a prosperous and peaceful future. We simply cannot afford to miss this opportunity.”

   2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8875 (2021) · source

4. “Without immediate and scaled-up action, the horror of mass mortality caused by political decisions will once again tragically overwhelm parts of Ethiopia. Secondly, we all want to see an immediate cessation of hostilities between all parties to the conflict, and for them to come to the table to negotiate a lasting ceasefire. Eritrean forces also need to withdraw from Ethiopia. Thirdly, we need a political solution to the crisis in Tigray, as well as an Ethiopian-led inclusive national dialogue that promotes the unity of Ethiopia. The African Union (AU) has a crucial role to play in engaging with all sides, supporting mediation efforts and ultimately assisting Ethiopia in finding a solution to the crisis. Ireland looks forward to hearing an update from the AU High Representative for the Horn of Africa, Mr.”

   2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8875 (2021) · source

5. “We continue to receive reports of conflict-related sexual violence and atrocities, denial of access to humanitarian aid and attacks on humanitarian workers, which may amount to war crimes. Those who commit such violations must be held accountable. Before we see the tragedy worsen even further and see more young people needlessly lose their lives to the war, all sides must accept that there can be no military solution to the crisis. Let me reiterate the three key asks of many of us here in the Council. First, we are asking all parties to the conflict to immediately ensure full, unimpeded and safe humanitarian access, as required in accordance with international humanitarian law. The blockade on Tigray must end now, and basic services must be restored. Food, medicines and fuel cannot be restricted to just a fraction of what is required.”

   2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8875 (2021) · source

6. “The Secretary-General made it clear to us when we last met (see S/PV.8843) and in his recent letter to the Council that the conflict in Ethiopia is spiralling out of control. We were warned of that months ago. Ireland, a long-standing friend of Ethiopia, has been drawing attention to the situation and its inevitable consequences for the people of Ethiopia since we joined the Council. We ended our last meeting with the Secretary-General in agreement that quiet diplomacy should be given a chance. Despite such efforts, we continue to receive reports of inflammatory and dehumanizing language. As the Secretary-General said today, any further escalation of the conflict would only make the situation more tragic.”

   2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8875 (2021) · source

7. “The decision of the Ethiopian Government to expel senior United Nations staff undermines its working relationship with the United Nations when it needs it most. As outlined by the European Union High Representative on Monday, it risks the further weakening of efforts to bring relief to millions of Ethiopians in need at a moment when aid organizations already face serious impediments in carrying out their mandates. Unfounded allegations and consistent targeting of humanitarian workers put all humanitarian work in the country at risk and are unacceptable. Safeguarding the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence ensures that aid can arrive where and when it is needed the most. As other members of the Council have previously done, I call on all parties to the conflict to depoliticize humanitarian aid.”

   2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8875 (2021) · source

8. “Let us be clear about what that means. Ethiopian children are starving. People are dying because they cannot access food, water or basic health care. That is not a situation caused by natural disaster. It is caused by those who continue to choose the path of war. The ongoing effective blockade of Tigray, including systematic efforts to prevent medicines and medical supplies from reaching the region, is costing lives. As the conflict spills over into the neighbouring Amhara and Afar regions, the humanitarian crisis is spreading. In those circumstances, we need a fully operational, unimpeded and proportionate humanitarian response that reaches all those in need of assistance and protection in northern Ethiopia and across the country.”

   2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8875 (2021) · source

9. “I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his important and timely briefing today. Ireland joined others in calling for this meeting because we believe that the recent expulsion of United Nations leadership from Ethiopia should be addressed publicly by the Security Council. That expulsion is particularly egregious in the context of the continuing deterioration of the humanitarian situation in northern Ethiopia, which cannot be excused or ignored. In a closed meeting on Friday, Under-Secretary- General Martin Griffiths told us that 5.2 million people require humanitarian assistance and 400,000 are living in famine-like conditions in Tigray. Eighty per cent of pregnant and lactating women are acutely malnourished. Perhaps most worrisome, child malnutrition rates are similar to those recorded at the onset of the Somalia famine in 2011.”

   2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8875 (2021) · source

10. “We strongly support the Secretary-General’s recommendation to further examine the specific impact of climate change on the use, effects and availability of conventional weapons. It is crystal clear that small arms and light weapons constitute a threat to international peace and security. It is our responsibility, around this table, to address that threat. The Secretary-General’s Securing Our Common Future: An Agenda for Disarmament provides the framework. His report provides the concrete recommendations. Now is the time for bold action. Ireland will continue to champion this issue and to work with all its partners here at the Security Council and across the General Assembly to accomplish that.”

    2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8874 (2021) · source

11. “As others noted, such conflict entrenches gender-imbalanced power dynamics and facilitates violence against women and girls, including sexual and gender-based violence and human trafficking. That is unconscionable. It simply cannot stand. We know that gender-sensitive responses are sustainable and effective responses. Integrating the women and peace and security agenda into initiatives and actions to combat small arms and light weapons is therefore key. Equally, the needs of children must be taken into account when developing gender-sensitive and age-sensitive programmes. Allow me to conclude by highlighting the explicit connection that the Secretary-General draws between climate change and its potential effects on peace and security — an area where we believe the Security Council needs to take specific action.”

    2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8874 (2021) · source

12. “We all share a collective responsibility to stem the f low of illicit small arms and light weapons. Enforcing United Nations arms embargoes is an important aspect of that, as other speakers said. Furthermore, national reporting, international cooperation and information-sharing are critical, including to ensure effective weapons tracing. My third point is in relation to gender. While men and boys account for the vast majority of violent deaths, women often bear the brunt of the socioeconomic fallout from small arms and light weapons-driven conflict. As co-Chair of the Informal Expert Group on Women and Peace and Security, we have also heard how the proliferation of those weapons negatively affects the security of women and girls in countries such as Somalia and South Sudan.”

    2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8874 (2021) · source

13. “We in Ireland are playing our part and will continue to offer training and support through our defence forces. My second point relates to the importance of synergies across the United Nations system. From resolution 2220 (2015) and the United Nations Programme of Action and the Secretary-General’s disarmament agenda, this threat cuts right across the spectrum of the United Nations; so too must our response. We have seen direct evidence of the instrumental role that regional organizations and programmes can play in addressing small arms and light weapons. The African Union’s Silencing the Guns project is an example of strong regional leadership and engagement. Regional road maps, such as those implemented by the Economic Community of West African States and in the Western Balkans, are also making important strides.”

    2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8874 (2021) · source

14. “The Council has a responsibility to consistently and systematically scrutinize the impact of illicit small arms and light weapons as a driver of conflict. In doing so and preventing such illicit transfers, we can hope to better protect civilians. United Nations peace operations mandated by the Council have a crucial role to play. However, the mandates require clear objectives and, importantly, specialized resources to implement them. That is particularly relevant in the context of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration processes. Effective management, processing and treatment of weapons and ammunition stockpiles are needed. Equally important is the identification and elimination of illicit trafficking routes and points of diversion. Building the capacity of host States in both of those areas is our shared responsibility.”

    2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8874 (2021) · source

15. “The facts revealed in the report of the Secretary- General (S/2021/839) are stark. Small arms and light weapons cause the majority of violent deaths in conflict and non-conflict settings. They facilitate more human rights abuses than any other weapon. They perpetuate, inflame and prolong conflict. Put simply, addressing the threat is fundamental to the Council’s work. The Secretary-General’s report provides tangible and, importantly, actionable recommendations on how we, individually and collectively, can achieve that. I want to make four points that Ireland believes are crucial to achieving our goal of silencing those guns once and for all. First, understanding the problem is essential to treating it.”

    2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8874 (2021) · source

16. “Like others, I want to start by thanking Kenya for convening today’s very important meeting, which we see as critical to addressing the very real threat posed by the proliferation of small arms and light weapons across the agenda of the Security Council and beyond. I also want to congratulate Kenya on the outcome of the seventh Biennial Meeting of States to Consider the Implementation of the Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects, held in July. I thank the High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Mrs. Nakamitsu, Mr. Abdelgadir and Mr. Lochhead for their insightful briefings. Their tireless advocacy and comprehensive research are what the Security Council needs — and needs to hear.”

    2021-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8874 (2021) · source

17. “We consider it crucial, however, that there be sufficient flexibility in the plan to allow for setbacks and unexpected challenges. Timelines and benchmarks must be closely monitored and adjusted as necessary in the coming period. It is also essential that civil society continue to be included in the planning, implementation and monitoring of the transition. (spoke in French) In conclusion, for Ireland, the transition is a gradual process, leading to a reconfiguration of the strategy, the footprint and the capacity of the United Nations in a way that enables and supports long-term peacebuilding efforts. We hope that resolution 2594 (2021), which the Council adopted unanimously (see S/PV.8852), can serve as an important contribution to our deliberations and to our approach to sustainable transitions.”

    2021-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8873 (2021) · source

18. “I want to say that MONUSCO’s contribution here is impactful, and Ireland notes in particular the Special Representative’s work to include women’s voices and perspectives in the transition plan and conflict-resolution processes. The inclusion of young people in the transition plan is also of critical importance, as they must have a say in their own futures. Ireland commends the publication of MONUSCO’s transition plan, which is conditions-based and clearly linked to the evolving security situation. The 18 identified benchmarks are comprehensive and should indeed provide a clear and predictable road map for MONUSCO’s phased withdrawal. The withdrawal from the Kasai provinces in June and the much-needed bridging supports show that the goals of the transition plan are achievable.”

    2021-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8873 (2021) · source

19. “MONUSCO’s ongoing efforts to support the Congolese authorities in combating impunity and providing justice to victims and survivors by holding those accountable for war crimes, crimes against humanity and other serious human rights violations are most welcome. Ireland also welcomes the creation of the Disarmament, Demobilization, Community Reintegration and Stabilization Programme, which offers a real opportunity for the Government, the United Nations and key partners to work together to make progress in that critical area for the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Progress continues to be made on the women and peace and security agenda, with positive indications around the meaningful participation of women in political processes.”

    2021-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8873 (2021) · source

20. “What was envisaged as a temporary, exceptional measure now risks becoming the norm. Ireland notes that the provisions in the state of siege declaration are impacting timely access to justice and the extension of pre-trial detentions, as well as contributing to prison overcrowding. Ireland is extremely concerned by persistent reports of pervasive sexual and gender-based violence and other grave human rights violations and abuses in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including by State actors. We stress that the situation of children and the protection of civilians in armed conflict must be prioritized. Furthermore, it is essential that humanitarian and democratic spaces be respected. Ireland condemns, in the strongest terms, all threats and attacks against humanitarian workers, members of civil society and journalists.”

    2021-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8873 (2021) · source

21. “MONUSCO’s support will be crucial to ensure that political and electoral processes in the country are credible, transparent, inclusive, peaceful and based on gender equality. We regret the rising tensions over the Independent National Electoral Commission. It is essential that any disputes in relation to the Commission’s reform process be resolved in an inclusive, transparent and timely manner. Ireland is very concerned about the growing insecurity, the humanitarian crisis and the large number of human rights violations and abuses, particularly in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. The high rates of food insecurity, severe malnutrition and displacement are extremely worrisome. (spoke in English) The state of siege has now been extended multiple times.”

    2021-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8873 (2021) · source

22. “I express Ireland’s deep appreciation for the work of the Group of Experts, which monitors the implementation of sanctions. Their important work must be facilitated, and we look forward to the lifting of any restraints on the appointment of experts to the Committee. Regional cooperation is growing, as demonstrated by the meetings in July among the heads of the intelligence and security services of Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania. Ireland welcomes the increased political engagement in the region, and we congratulate President Tshisekedi Tshilombo on his election as Chair of the Southern African Development Community from next year. The elections scheduled for 2023 will serve as an extremely significant opportunity for the Democratic Republic of Congo.”

    2021-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8873 (2021) · source

23. “Ms. Byrne Nason (Ireland) (spoke in French): I would like to thank Ms. Keita for her briefing. Ireland commends her dynamism and leadership. We are encouraged by the progress made in the implementation of the mandate of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO). My thanks also go to Ms. Nelly Mbangu for her briefing and for her work in the Democratic Republic of Congo. I also wish to thank my colleague Ambassador Abarry for his briefing regarding the important work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004), concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I assure him of the support of my country, Ireland, for the Committee and its Group of Experts.”

    2021-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8873 (2021) · source

24. “We welcome efforts, including by the Peacebuilding Fund, aimed at community violence reduction, disarmament and electoral violence prevention. However, the most significant change will come from adequate resourcing — both financial and technical — of the Haitian National Police. The urgent prioritization of police resourcing will build capacity, confidence and security for the Haitian people. The steadfast support of the international community will be crucial to facilitating that work. Ireland continues to believe that solutions to the complex crises in Haiti need the engagement and support of its own people. The responsibility of the international community is to stand with Haiti and facilitate efforts towards an inclusive national consensus.”

    2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source

25. “We encourage the Haitian Government and all political and civil society actors to guarantee the critical contributions of women as activists, as candidates and as citizens with full and equal rights. Throughout that process, the safety and security of all engaged with the political and electoral system remains vital. My third point is on the deteriorating security situation. Gang violence and kidnappings are a daily occurrence in Haiti, with entire communities pushed to the point of despair and, to quote Ms. La Lime, “to the brink”. Impunity for human rights violations and sexual and gender-based violence are of serious concern. Change, development and progress in Haiti will be impossible without guaranteeing the basic safety and security of its people.”

    2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source

26. “We welcome all efforts towards the achievement of an inclusive and consensual political agreement in Haiti; but in order for that to be successful, the widest possible base of engagement is required. That can be achieved only with the full, equal and meaningful participation of women and the active involvement of youth. Any future electoral framework must preserve, at a minimum, the commitment for 30 per cent representation of women in the Haitian Parliament, as highlighted last week at the first Haiti-focused independent evaluation group on women and peace and security. Ireland was pleased to co-chair, with Mexico, that important discussion on women’s political participation in Haiti. There is much work to be done.”

    2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source

27. “Those challenges include acute food insecurity, displacement caused by gang violence, the highest rate of maternal mortality in the Western hemisphere and high rates of sexual and gender-based violence. The basis for solutions to those and many more worrisome issues exist within Haiti; however, without structural change and institutional investment, those profound crises in Haiti will persist. That brings me to my second point. Solving Haiti’s challenges requires significant progress towards a negotiated political solution. The people of Haiti deserve stable, predictable and functioning democratic institutions. However, with the most recent postponement of the electoral calendar, that basic platform on which to build future stability and security is further pushed away.”

    2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source

28. “First, as we all know and as many have already said, the pandemic and recent natural disasters have exacerbated humanitarian needs in Haiti, which were already considerable. Ireland welcomes the effective Haitian response to the earthquake in August and the subsequent storms. Those timely actions, supported by the United Nations and non-governmental organizations, have met the needs of over 650,000 people. However, humanitarian needs remain very urgent. A robust response from the international community to that crisis is essential. Ireland has already contributed with funding from our humanitarian partners. We will continue to play our part in supporting the Haitian people. (spoke in English) The humanitarian and development challenges that predated the pandemic and earthquake remain and, sadly, grow.”

    2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source

29. “Ms. Byrne Nason (Ireland) (spoke in French): I would like to join others in thanking the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. La Lime, for her briefing. I thank the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti and the United Nations country team for their continued efforts. I also thank Ms. Douyon for clearly sharing her views this morning. At this juncture, it is very important to hear and listen to the perspectives of Haitian civil society. I would also like to acknowledge the presence of His Excellency Mr. Claude Joseph, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Haiti, at the Security Council today. He is most welcome. I would like to focus on three issues that are of particular concern to my country, Ireland, at this crucial time.”

    2021-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8871 (2021) · source

30. “As we end our presidency, I know I speak on behalf of all Council members in wishing the delegation of Kenya the best of luck — Go n-éirí an t-ádh leat in my own national language — for the month of October. The meeting rose at 2.25 p.m.”

    2021-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8870 (2021) · source

31. “Before adjourning the meeting, I would like to say that, as the representative of the Russian Federation has pointed out, this is the last scheduled meeting of the Security Council for the month of September. I would therefore like to express the sincere appreciation of the delegation of Ireland for every single member of the Council and for the Secretariat of the Council for all the support that has been given to us. It has been a busy month — one in which we did rally consensus on several important issues in our purview. We certainly could not have done that alone, and especially not without the hard work, support and positive contributions of every single delegation and the representatives of the Secretariat, including the conference service officers, interpreters, verbatim reporters and security staff.”

    2021-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8870 (2021) · source

32. “The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2599 (2021). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements after the voting.”

    2021-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8870 (2021) · source

33. “In favour: China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Niger, Norway, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam”

    2021-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8870 (2021) · source

34. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2021/838, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2021/716, which contains the text of a letter dated 6 August from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council, and document S/2021/752, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Support Mission in Libya. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show of hands.”

    2021-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8870 (2021) · source

35. “As we all know, Gaza remains far removed from normal economic activity and the situation there will continue to pose challenges, including a deepening humanitarian crisis, until the underlying issues are addressed. Ireland reiterates its view that it is incumbent on the Council, the Quartet, partners in the region and the international community to uphold international law and remain fully engaged in working to resolve the Israel-Palestinian conflict. The time for that has long passed; we cannot simply afford to wait. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I shall now adjourn the meeting so that the Council can continue its discussions on the subject in closed consultations. The meeting rose at 12.05 p.m.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source

36. “We remind all the parties of their obligations under international human rights law and international humanitarian law. We call on the Government of Israel and the Palestinian Authority to use their influence and authority to reduce tensions, prevent violence and contribute to the resolution of long-standing issues. Once again, we renew our call on Israel to end the blockade of Gaza. We welcome the decision by Israel to allow more reconstruction material to enter Gaza, its expansion of the fishing area and provision of more work permits for residents of Gaza. However, that is the minimum we need to see to help Gaza residents on the path to recovery.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source

37. “Let us be clear — acts of violence, including rocket attacks from Gaza into Israel, continue to erode trust between the parties and trust within their own communities. All of that adds up to making a political settlement more difficult to achieve. Ireland condemns all acts of terrorism. We are concerned about the increase in violence in the occupied Palestinian territory. We unreservedly condemn yesterday’s incidence of settler violence in the South Hebron Hills, in which a young child was seriously injured. We call on the Israeli authorities to hold those responsible accountable and to end the culture of impunity around all such incidents of violence. We call out, in particular, the devastating impact of the occupation and violence on children, as we just heard from Mr. Wennesland.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source

38. “Ireland is extremely concerned at the increase in demolitions, evictions and seizures of Palestinian- owned structures in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem. We call on the Israeli authorities to cease those activities and to provide adequate permits for legal construction in Palestinian communities, as well as for the development of Palestinian territories. In particular, I wish to clearly underline our serious concerns about the recent increase in the number of Palestinian families at risk of eviction in Sheikh Jarrah and Silwan. That remains of serious concern. We again underscore the importance of maintaining the status quo at the holy sites, in particular at Haram Al-Sharif/ Temple Mount.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source

39. “Rothbart, whose work on capacity-building for strategic, sustainable and scalable peace efforts on the ground has given all of us here in the Council very useful insights and, in my case, some hope. Ireland remains steadfast in its view that a two-State solution offers the strongest prospect for sustainable peace. Ongoing contacts between the parties and within the region are welcome, but they are no substitute for direct negotiations as part of a wider political process. Today, we have heard another deeply concerning briefing from Special Coordinator Wennesland on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016). Once again, his report reminds us that settlements remain a major obstacle on the path to peace. I reiterate Ireland’s long- standing condemnation of illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source

40. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Ireland. I want to thank Special Coordinator Wennesland for his briefing and extend a very special thanks to Ms. Farsakh and Ms. Rothbart. They show us the pivotal work that young women are doing day in, day out, as agents of change. We are very glad that they are with us today and we have heard their voices. In my view, it is their generation and perhaps their gender that hold the key to a brighter future for both Palestine and Israel. I thank Ms. Farsakh for setting out the ongoing and worrying impact of settlements and related issues on the Palestinian population, which registered with us. I also thank Ms.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source

41. “I thank Ms. Rothbart for her briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source

42. “In accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Tor Wennesland, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process; Ms. Mai Farsakh, Planning Manager, Jerusalem Legal Aid and Human Rights; and Ms. Meredith Rothbart, co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Amal-Tikva. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I now give the floor to Mr. Wennesland.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8869 (2021) · source

43. “The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2598 (2021). The meeting rose at 10.10 a.m.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8868 (2021) · source

44. “In favour: China, Estonia, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Niger, Norway, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8868 (2021) · source

45. “Members of the Council have before them document S/2021/825, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Albania, Austria, Belgium, Botswana, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Ukraine. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show of hands.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8868 (2021) · source

46. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Albania, Austria, Belgium, Botswana, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Ukraine to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

    2021-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8868 (2021) · source

47. “I urge Somalia’s leaders to urgently implement the electoral process, including, importantly, the 30 per cent women’s quota. Somalia’s people — Somalia’s women — deserve no less. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. The meeting rose at 4.25 p.m.”

    2021-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8867 (2021) · source

48. “I urge the Somali authorities to take immediate steps to protect women and girls from all forms of violence, including sexual and gender-based violence. I also call on Somali authorities to immediately carry out a credible investigation into the disappearance of Ms. Ikran Tahlil. The political participation of women and their protection from violence go hand in hand. Only by tackling gender inequality, including through the political participation of women, will we be able to root out gender-based violence. At this crucial moment for Somalia’s political future, I believe the Somali leadership has the courage to set aside differences and to put the people of Somalia first. We cannot allow further delays in the electoral process.”

    2021-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8867 (2021) · source

49. “The Somali Government must do everything in its power to create a safe environment for all women candidates. I encourage all stakeholders to adopt a holistic approach to empowering women, including by providing post-election support to newly elected women parliamentarians to facilitate their fulfilling their legislative role. I am deeply alarmed at the shocking increases in sexual and gender-based violence and in conflict- related sexual violence, as outlined by Special Representative of the Secretary-General Pramila Patten recently. During his visit to Somalia in July, Ireland’s Foreign Minister heard first-hand from women civil society leaders working both to provide protection to survivors and to challenge the conditions that allow that violence to flourish.”

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50. “The measures subsequently taken to reduce registration fees for women candidates, appoint goodwill ambassadors to advocate for greater women’s inclusion and to enhance security arrangements for women candidates were also very welcome as practical steps to bolter that effort. However, just over a month ago in this very Chamber, we heard from our civil society sister, Ms. Gaballe, that a concrete mechanism to implement the 30 per cent quota “remains elusive and challenging” (S/PV.8833, p.7). I urge Somalia’s leaders to take further measures to translate their commitments into practice, including by reserving 30 per cent of the seats in both houses of Parliament for women. We continue to receive reports that women political candidates are held back by insecurity and intimidation. That cannot stand.”

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