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“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): Today's meeting of the Security Council is taking place without the traditional participation of the Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We know that Mr. Radmanovic' underwent an operation that prevented him from coming to New York. We would like to wish him a speedy recovery. We listened closely to the statement made by the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mr. Inzko. Unfortunately, his statement contained more emotion than objective analysis of the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. That also applies to the two reports presented by the High Representative to the Security Council.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source
“Any act going beyond the mandate established by that resolution in any way or any disproportionate use of force is unacceptable. We support the efforts by the International Criminal Court to carry out a fair and impartial investigation into the actions of all parties to the conflict in Libya and to bring to justice individuals involved in possible crimes against humanity and serious violations of international humanitarian law in Libya.”
2011-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6528 (2011) · source
“It is clear that violence can be effectively halted only by the implementation of the measures called for in resolution 1973 (2011), namely, an immediate ceasefire and the necessary efforts for a political settlement. We are deeply alarmed by the growing number of civilian casualties and the destruction of civilian facilities as a result of the actions by opposing Libyan parties, in particular as a result of the use of indiscriminate weapons. Unfortunately, it must be noted that actions by the NATO-led coalition forces are also resulting in civilian casualties, as was seen in particular during recent bombings in Tripoli. We emphasize once again that any use of force by the coalition in Libya should be carried out in strict compliance with resolution 1973 (2011).”
2011-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6528 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We thank Mr. Moreno-Ocampo for presenting his initial considerations about prospects for an investigation into the situation in Libya and for briefing us on the work carried out by his Office pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011). The Council adopted that resolution unanimously based on its serious concern at the widespread use of violence against participants in peaceful demonstrations in Libya, which led to casualties among the civilian population. What the Prosecutor has said today is encouraging. We have, with deep regret, heard information about the escalation of violence in Libya.”
2011-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6528 (2011) · source
“Allow me to express our appreciation to all the members of the Council for their cooperation, support and determination to achieve compromise. We are also grateful to our colleagues for their valuable ideas, which made it possible for us to strengthen the resolution and to lend momentum to this important anti-piracy initiative.”
2011-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6512 (2011) · source
“The request on the Secretary- General to report to the Council on practical aspects for establishing national anti-piracy courts in Somalia and a specialized Somali anti-piracy court with international components on the territory of a third State is a first practical step towards establishing an effective judicial mechanism capable of providing a credible and reliable solution to the problem of bringing pirates to justice. We look forward to receiving a thorough report from the Secretary-General that includes concrete proposals on the modalities for establishing such anti-piracy courts. For our part, we are prepared to provide the Secretary-General with all the necessary support to carry out that work.”
2011-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6512 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): The worsening piracy off the coast of Somalia requires that the international community 2 adopt qualitatively new measures to combat it. Today, we have taken a great step forward in combating piracy. The resolution adopted on our initiative includes a broad array of qualitatively new measures aimed at establishing the necessary conditions to more effectively counteract pirates. It generally draws on the ideas of Mr. Jack Lang, Special Adviser to the Secretary-General on Legal Issues Related to Piracy off the Coast of Somalia, which enjoy broad international support, and takes in an entire set of problems related to the growing piracy threat. For the Russian Federation, it is important that the resolution includes special emphasis on combating impunity for pirates.”
2011-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6512 (2011) · source
“The Russian Federation will continue to provide assistance to the people and Government of Haiti to ensure the conditions for a peaceful, stable and sustainably developing State. We also support Colombia's draft presidential statement.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510 (2011) · source
“We support the work of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), which has been in constant contact with all political forces and which is carrying out important work in supporting law and order, protecting the civilian population and strengthening the national security forces. We thank the head of the Mission, Mr. Mulet, and his staff for their dedicated work under complex circumstances. MINUSTAH also has a number of Russian peacekeepers on duty. We welcome the constructive contribution of regional organizations in Latin America and the Caribbean in providing multilateral assistance to Haitians. We deeply appreciate the efforts of the Secretary-General's Special Envoy for Haiti, President Clinton.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510 (2011) · source
“However, the political, socio-economic and humanitarian situation in the country remains complex. Recovery processes will take some time. About 700,000 Haitians are still living in tent camps. We agree that international efforts to provide comprehensive assistance to Haiti, including humanitarian aid, must be continued. We believe that international assistance should be provided with unconditional respect for Haitian sovereignty and for the lead role of national institutions of authority in the country's recovery. The key thrust of external assistance should be to strengthen Government agencies. Over the long term, that will give Haitians an opportunity to independently deal with issues related to the country's reconstruction and national development.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510 (2011) · source
“Russia has participated in rescue operations and has provided $8 million towards Haitian recovery efforts through the channels of various international organizations, especially United Nations funds and programmes. The conduct of the second round of presidential and parliamentary elections in a peaceful and calm environment shows that the situation has stabilized. We congratulate the people and Government of Haiti on that major event. We look forward to the publication of the official election results and hope that it will be possible to form competent national organs of authority within the established time frame. We are pleased that the security situation is generally calm. Much credit is due to United Nations peacekeepers and the Haitian National Police.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We are pleased to welcome the President of Colombia to the Security Council for our discussion of topical issues regarding the situation in Haiti. We also welcome the presence here today of President Preval. Over the past year, Haiti has had to confront serious trials. The destructive earthquake was followed by the outbreak of a cholera epidemic and a difficult period in the country's political development. It is significant that, thanks to the collective efforts made, those problems are gradually being overcome. International assistance provided to the country, in which the United Nations has played a leading role, is greater and more united than ever before.”
2011-04-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6510 (2011) · source
“We believe that Iran will react positively to the six States' proposal and will launch a constructive dialogue with the E3+3 on the basis of cooperation and a gradual approach.”
2011-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6502 (2011) · source
“That is how our representative at the IAEA Board of Governors session on 9 March presented our position, along with the declaration of six States: Russia, the United Kingdom, Germany and China, the United States and France. The statement underscores that the E3+3 group, with the participation of the High Representative of the European Union, is fully resolved and committed to seeking a comprehensive long-term negotiated settlement that would enable the restoration of international confidence in the genuinely peaceful nature of the Iranian programme, while acknowledging Iran's full right to the peaceful use of nuclear energy, pursuant to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons.”
2011-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6502 (2011) · source
“Russia fully supports the ongoing implementation of all elements of the sanctions regime on Iran. We believe that if the regime is to be optimally effective, all members of the international community should strictly implement the relevant Security Council resolutions and not go beyond their framework. With respect to the current situation of the Iranian nuclear programme, we have consistently advocated addressing the problems related to the programme through dialogue and engagement with Iran. The core of Russia's policy remains based on negotiations and the diplomatic track, working with Iran to seek a settlement and with the full involvement of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).”
2011-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6502 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We welcome the new Chairman of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006), Permanent Representative of Colombia Nestor Osorio, and assure him of our support and cooperation. We are grateful to the Chair for his briefing on the work of the Committee over the past three months. In the reporting period, the Committee continued to work actively while strictly abiding by its mandate. That is how it should continue to work in the future, including on those cases that were mentioned in the briefing. We note that the Panel of Experts has provided the Committee with professional assistance, and we expect it to continue its practical work in completing its tasks under the Committee's leadership.”
2011-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6502 (2011) · source
“Responsibility for the inevitable humanitarian consequences of the excessive use of outside force in Libya will fall fair and square on the shoulders of those who might undertake such action. If this comes to pass, then not only the civilian population of Libya but also the cause of upholding peace and security throughout the entire region of North Africa and the Middle East will suffer. Such destabilizing developments must be avoided.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6498 (2011) · source
“However, we remain convinced that the quickest way to ensure robust security for the civilian population and the long-term stabilization of the situation in Libya is an immediate ceasefire. This, specifically, was the aim of our draft resolution submitted to the Security Council on 16 March, which backed relevant efforts by the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General, the Human Rights Council and the African Union and underscored the need for a peaceful settlement of the situation in Libya. The Russian delegation repeatedly proposed the adoption of such a resolution without any delay, with a view to saving numerous human lives. We enjoyed the support of a number of Council members, and we are grateful to them. However, the passion of some Council members for methods involving force prevailed. This is most unfortunate and regrettable.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6498 (2011) · source
“Furthermore, the draft was morphing before our very eyes, transcending the initial concept as stated by the League of Arab States. Provisions were introduced into the text that could potentially open the door to large-scale military intervention. During negotiations on the draft, statements were heard claiming an absence of any such intentions. We take note of these. I underscore yet again that we are consistent and firm advocates of the protection of the civilian population. Guided by this basic principle as well as by the common humanitarian values that we share with both the sponsors and other Council members, Russia did not prevent the adoption of this resolution.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6498 (2011) · source
“Given this situation, the League of Arab States turned to the Security Council with a request that it take immediate measures to ensure the protection of the civilian population in Libya, including the establishment of a no-fly zone in Libyan airspace. We gave that request our full attention. We participated actively in the discussions on the draft resolution. Unfortunately, work on that document was not in keeping with standard practice in the Security Council. In essence, a whole range of questions raised by Russia and other members of the Council remained unanswered. Those questions were concrete and legitimate and touched on how the no-fly zone would be enforced, what the rules of engagement would be and what limits on the use of force there would be.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6498 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): The Russian Federation abstained in the voting on the draft resolution on Libya on the basis of a number of considerations of principle. Our position regarding the clear unacceptability of the use of force against the civilian population of Libya remains unchanged. Any attacks against civilians and other violations of international humanitarian law and human rights must immediately and unconditionally cease. We base ourselves on the expectation that the relevant requirements contained in the unanimously adopted resolution 1970 (2011) must be rapidly and fully fulfilled by the Libyan authorities. This has not happened yet.”
2011-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6498 (2011) · source
“The Russian delegation intends shortly to submit the draft of a new resolution on piracy, aimed at a comprehensive solution to this problem, including the very important issue of fighting impunity. We anticipate the support of the Council members for our initiative. With the leadership of Somalia and international and regional partners, Russia will continue to work towards achieving a stable peace in the country based 11-2583] on the Djibouti Agreement and in the interest of strengthening stability and security in the region.”
2011-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6494 (2011) · source
“We commend the efforts of Special Representative Mahiga, and in this context it is important to continue to take into account the security conditions under which United Nations staff members work. The ongoing difficult humanitarian situation in Somalia and the meagre financing of assistance programmes are also matters of concern. We welcome the efforts of humanitarian organizations working under very difficult military and political conditions. The problem of piracy continues to worsen. People perish at the hands of pirates, and the current counter-piracy measures do not keep up with developments. The Security Council needs to take urgent and decisive steps to stem further deterioration of the situation.”
2011-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6494 (2011) · source
“The Security Council must continue to focus on the task of ensuring effective sanctions regimes that include targeted sanctions and that should be imposed on the basis of objective, vetted information. The achievement of a peace settlement in Somalia will depend largely on the Somali people themselves. The Transitional Federal Government and the Parliament must strengthen their social bases, including by ensuring that the population has social and economic services, and also by restoring contacts with the constructive opposition and broad public participation in discussing the nation's future constitution and the parameters for the country's development after the transition period. We support the process of phased expansion of the United Nations presence in Somalia and measures to improve coordination of its activities.”
2011-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6494 (2011) · source
“The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) continues to be a key stabilizing factor in Somalia. We express our gratitude to the Governments of Burundi and of Uganda, as their units form the backbone of the Mission. Predictable and timely support for African Union peacekeepers must be provided by both donors and the United Nations. We advocate quickly increasing the size of the Mission to the level planned for in resolution 1964 (2010). Strengthening the military contingent of AMISOM. and the security sector of the Transitional Federal Government is aimed above all at protecting civilians and dismantling the military capacity of Al-Shabaab as the primary factor of destruction in Somalia. We must therefore close the external channels providing support for the armed Somali faction.”
2011-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6494 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We welcome the participation in today's meeting of the Security Council of the Prime Minister of the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia, and we listened carefully to his assessment. The complex military and political situation and the humanitarian situation in Somalia give greater urgency to the task of crafting a coordinated international strategy for a settlement. The lead role in this process is to be played by the Somali transitional federal institutions. The priority task now is to ensure security in Somalia. A radical military and political breakthrough must be achieved. In particular, there is a need for the further consolidation and enhancement of the country's defence and security structures.”
2011-03-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6494 (2011) · source
“Russia, in cooperation with international and regional partners, will continue actively to help the friendly people of Libya to find a peaceful way out of the current crisis.”
2011-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6491 (2011) · source
“All the parties involved must show restraint and observe the norms of international civil and human rights law. Reliable security must be ensured for those foreigners who remain in Libya, including Russian citizens, and conditions for their safe return home must be established. A settlement of the situation in Libya is possible only through political means. In fact, that is the purpose of the resolution adopted by the Council, which imposes targeted, clearly expressed, restrictive measures with regard to those guilty of violence against the civilian population. However, it does not enjoin sanctions, even indirect, for forceful interference in Libya's affairs, which could make the situation worse.”
2011-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6491 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): The Russian Federation supported Security Council resolution 1970 (2011) because of our serious concern over the events taking place in Libya. We sincerely regret the many lives lost among the civilian population. We condemn the use of military force against peaceful demonstrators and all other manifestations of violence and consider them absolutely unacceptable. We call for an immediate end to such actions. We exhort the Libyan authorities to comply with the demands of the international community, including the League of Arab States and the African Union, which demands have received the support of the Security Council. This is necessary in order to prevent a full-scale civil war and to preserve Libya as a united, sovereign State with territorial integrity.”
2011-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6491 (2011) · source
“As a permanent member of the Security Council and a member of the Quartet of Middle East mediators, Russia consistently continues to advocate a prompt resumption of direct dialogue between the parties by cooperating with regional and international partners in seeking a just and comprehensive peace settlement in the region, in accordance with Security Council resolutions, the Madrid principles and the Arab Peace Initiative. We hope that by implementing the still relevant Russian proposal to send the first-ever full Security Council mission to the Middle East will be a useful practical contribution towards assisting the peace process.”
2011-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6484 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): The Russian Federation voted in favour of the draft resolution. Given our fundamental position, we will not accept any unilateral actions that prejudge the outcome of negotiations on final status issues. We strongly urge the Government of Israel at last to comply with the demands of the international community and to stop settlement activity, which violates the norms of international law and hinders the resumption of Palestinian-Israeli negotiations. Unfortunately, no unanimity was achieved among Security Council members today, and the draft resolution was not adopted. However, the issue of Israeli settlement activity remains on the agenda, and the urgency of solving the issue will only increase.”
2011-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6484 (2011) · source
“In essence, the only real way to protect witnesses and their relatives is by relocating them outside Kosovo. It continues to be necessary for the Security Council to play a leading role in the settlement of Kosovo, as it remains the guarantor of compliance with international law, the United Nations Charter and the Council's own decisions.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“Carrying out such a detailed and comprehensive investigation is the duty of the international community. ll-23603 We agree with the arguments put forward by the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia with regard to that, and support the establishment by the Security Council of a special international investigation mechanism accountable to the United Nations. Such an investigation format is necessary since those activities could go far beyond the region, and given the extremely unsatisfactory situation in Kosovo with regard to witness protection, as mentioned in Mr. Gardetto's report to the Council of Europe. According to data contained in the report, in Kosovo, "there is a real threat of retaliation and key witnesses being eliminated".”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“Attempts to discredit UNMIK in the Kosovar media continue to be unacceptable. The campaign against United Nations staff threatens the security of international personnel and prevents them from fulfilling their duties. We are deeply alarmed by the information in the Secretary-General's report regarding the investigations into allegations of inhuman treatment of people and illicit trafficking in human organs in Kosovo, as reported by Special Rapporteur Dick Marty, a member of the Committee on Legal Affairs and Human Rights of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. The report not only is timely, but also has considerable moral and humanitarian significance. We welcome the adoption of a resolution by the Parliamentary Assembly in support of investigating the incidents mentioned in the document.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“We believe that those actions could create additional tensions over security in Kosovo, especially because further incidents of robbery and vandalism at Serbian holy sites occurred during the reporting period. The situation of the return to Kosovo of internally displaced persons, including the Serb population, remains unsatisfactory, for many reasons. One of the main reasons is that returnees have no assurance of their own security. We continue to believe that the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo, on the basis of its mandate from the Security Council, should play the most active role possible in assisting with the Kosovo settlement process. UNMIK must also fully carry out its duties in respect of the external representation of Kosovo in regional and international organizations and mechanisms.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“We are concerned at the fact that the self-proclaimed authorities in the province, as noted in the Secretary-General's report, are carrying out infrastructure projects without coordinating with ll-23603 UNMIK, and encouraging Kosovo Albanians to undertake unregulated and unilateral returns to their previous places of residence without appropriate legal authorization. Such actions could seriously exacerbate the inter-ethnic situation in northern Kosovo. We share the concern of the Serb authorities and the Serbian Orthodox Church at the situation that has developed in connection with the handover by the NATO Kosovo Force of the duty of protecting the province's most significant Serbian cultural and religious heritage sites to the Kosovo Police.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“We cannot but take into account the fact that from the beginning, international monitoring organizations declined to certify the elections. Participation by the Serb community in the elections was limited. In northern Kosovo, Serbs essentially boycotted the event. Observers noted serious violations during the election process, including tampering with the electoral lists, the use of counterfeit ballots, multiple votes cast by the same people and bribery of voters. Also worrisome are the results achieved at the polls by radical Kosovo Albanian parties, in particular the Self-Determination Movement, which advocates for the creation of a greater Albania. The security situation in the province remains tense, owing primarily to growing tendencies among Kosovo Albanians towards independent and largely provocative actions.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“Our position of non-recognition of Kosovo's unilateral declaration of independence has not changed. We believe that it is important for the stakeholders to resume dialogue so as to reach a settlement of the Kosovo issue. In that connection, the unilateral actions of Pristina and the international presence in northern Kosovo are unacceptable. Those actions are aimed at changing realities on the ground in order to influence the modalities and outcome of the upcoming dialogue. Russia does not consider the Kosovo Assembly elections held on 12 December 2010 to be legitimate, as they were organized by the authorities of the self- proclaimed Republic of Kosovo and were not based on a decision by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, as required by resolution 1244 (1999).”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We are grateful to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Kosovo, Mr. Lamberto Zannier, for introducing the report (S/2011/43) of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). We welcome the participation in today's Security Council meeting of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia, Mr. Vuk Jeremic', and we share his assessments. We had hoped for a more objective statement by Mrs. Citaku. Russia supports the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of Serbia. In our view, it is undeniable that resolution 1244 (1999) remains in full effect and continues to be binding on all parties as the international legal basis for a Kosovo settlement and for ensuring security in the province.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“In our view, the establishment of normative foundations for all its work is key to enhancing the OSCE's future effectiveness and to transforming it into an intergovernmental organization. Our proposals based on the OSCE Charter remain on the negotiation table. We hope that the vision for the work of the Lithuanian chairmanship set out today by Mr. Azubalis will help to overcome the crisis mentality of recent years in the OSCE and adapt it to current realities.”
2011-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6481 (2011) · source
“We welcome the intention of the Chairman-in- Office to establish cooperation with the African Union, the League of Arab States, the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Regional Forum, and the Organization of American States. However, primary attention should be given to developing cooperation with influential regional organizations in areas under the direct responsibility of the OSCE, such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the Collective Security Treaty Organization and the Eurasian Economic Community, which have useful experience and strong potential to help ensure peace and security.”
2011-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6481 (2011) · source
“With regard to resolving the situation in Afghanistan, we see the OSCE's role in curbing the illegal trade in Afghan narcotics as vital. Drug trafficking has been identified as a threat to international peace and stability in decisions of the Security Council and General Assembly. An important element here is the implementation of the OSCE framework for combating the illegal narcotics trade and trade in chemical precursors. The draft of that framework was put forward by Russia, together with Armenia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, the United States of America, Tajikistan and Turkey.”
2011-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6481 (2011) · source
“We agree on the importance of the full participation of a representative of the United Nations in this work. That was the objective of the decisions of the Secretary- General, in accordance with United Nations practice, to finance the Turunen group from the United Nations regular budget. We welcome the activities of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo which, as the Minister mentioned, continues to carry out its mandate in the framework of resolution 1244 (1999) and in close cooperation with the United Nations Mission. We share his concern over incidents of illegal trading in human organs, and we fully support calls for an independent investigation. We believe that the OSCE Mission in Kosovo should provide assistance to such an international investigation.”
2011-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6481 (2011) · source
“There must be no doubt about the fact that it is the Security Council that holds the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. As set forth in the declaration of the OSCE Summit held in Astana, the basic mission of the Organization is to ensure equal and indivisible security for all member States. To that end, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev is pursuing an initiative aimed at the conclusion of a legally binding treaty on European security. We agree with the OSCE Chairman-in-Office's assessment of the Geneva discussions on security and stability in the Transcaucasus, which are co-chaired by the European Union, the OSCE and the United Nations. That forum is an important platform for dialogue for Abkhazia, Georgia and South Ossetia.”
2011-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6481 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): We welcome the Chairman-in-Office of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Lithuania, Mr. Azubalis, and thank him for his detailed briefing. The Russian Federation is in favour of improving and comprehensively developing cooperation between the United Nations, the Security Council and regional and subregional arrangements, among which the OSCE holds an important place. Such cooperation should be based on the strong foundation of the Charter of the United Nations, in particular Chapter VIII, and take into due account the comparative advantages of the universal Organization and these mechanisms.”
2011-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6481 (2011) · source
“Of course, that could only give rise to serious doubt about the intentions of that politician, who, as is known, had already often broken his promises. Recently, we have said much about the fact that politicians sometimes must work in the interests of their people. Mr. Saakashvili committed a criminal act with regard to the invasion of South Ossetia and, thus, infringed that. The authorities of Georgia have unpredictable policies and the Georgian people are suffering with regard to their prospects for development. 11-23198”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Saakashvili made such a statement and, furthermore, he sent a letter on the issue to the Secretary-General. Most important, there was also letter by the authorities of Abkhazia and South Ossetia to the Secretary-General. They were circulated as official documents of the Security Council. I hope that members of the Council and all members of our Organization have read them. They provided an opportunity to read about what Russia has said for many years, that is, that before the August 2008 conflict, and after it, a regime of mutual legal obligations between Georgia and Abkhazia and South Ossetia on the non-use of force had been established. Mr. Saakashvili also said publicly - he spoke on the radio - that he invited the inhabitants of Georgia to celebrate the next new year in Sukhumi, the capital of Abkhazia.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“If we say that, logically there is reference to Abkhazia and South Ossetia, that is, those countries and peoples that suffered the aggression of Georgia in the early 1990s and in August 2008. If we talk about that from the legal standpoint, of course, it cannot involve occupation. Indeed, recognizing the sovereignty of those States, Russia reached agreement with them on mutual assistance and took responsibility for the security of Abkhazia and South Ossetia and for the safety of their peoples. However, there is no occupying regime there. Their Government is being ensured by the authorities of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, in accordance with the democratic will of their peoples. The representative of Georgia referred to Georgia's pledge not to use force against Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Of course, Mr.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mr. Churkin (Russian Federation) (spoke in Russian): I would first like to congratulate you, Mr. President, and the delegation of Brazil on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month and on organizing this debate on such an important issue as the interdependence between security and development. During this debate, many very interesting statements on the topic have been made. Unfortunately, I must point out that this discussion also included a 50 statement from the representative of Georgia. It is not difficult to understand that, in a Security Council debate, factual and legal clarity on that statement is needed. There was mention of the occupied territories of Georgia.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Another aspect whose potential should be fully utilized is the Peacebuilding Commission, in close cooperation with the Security Council, the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council. In conclusion, I would like to express our appreciation to the delegation of Brazil for preparing the draft presidential statement on the subject of today's meeting, which is a useful contribution to our joint work in this important area.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479 (2011) · source