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first: 2000-02-09
most recent: 2004-06-14
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“Another positive development is the arrival of Kosovo last week of Susan Carnduff, who will be the director for the 26 October municipal elections. We wish her and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Mission in Kosovo success in their efforts over the coming weeks in the run-up to the vote. They have a lot of work ahead of them. We support the efforts of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo to ensure broad registration and participation, including by Serbs and other minorities, in those elections. This will be a particularly important vote, because the elected municipal officials will serve for four years. In addition, there will not be any minority set-asides. We applaud the provision for appropriate gender representation built into the presentation of party lists.”
2002-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4559 (2002) · source
“I thank Under-Secretary-General Guehenno for his update. Ijust want to make a couple of points. The first is to note that there is good news, and that progress is being made, as set out in Mr. Guehenno's briefing. All the problems are still there, but we are seeing some forward movement along the path that we charted some time ago and that Mr. Steiner has helped put into a framework, as Ambassador Mahbubani just outlined. The United States supports the continuing rule- of-law efforts of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and its zero-tolerance concept. We welcomed the news of last week's arrests, which really mark a positive step in strengthening the rule of law and promoting a safe and secure environment in Kosovo. This, we continue to believe, is an essential foundation for progress.”
2002-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4559 (2002) · source
“It is as clear to us now as ever that progress must be made on all of these three tracks concurrently if there is to be hope for a truly lasting peace. That peace must include two States, Israel and Palestine, living side by side in peace and security within recognized borders. At what can hopefully become a turning point in this conflict, all the members ofthe Council and indeed the entire international community must look for constructive things to do and say that will help the parties get back on the path that ends in a just, comprehensive and lasting peace. That is our goal.”
2002-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4552Resumption1 (2002) · source
“President Bush has outlined the main elements of our strategy. The first is establishing effective Palestinian security performance. The second is renewing a serious political process that aims at a two- State solution and that brings hope to Palestinians and Israelis alike. The third is responding to humanitarian needs and building strong, responsible Palestinian Authority institutions in preparations for statehood. On this last point, we have seen some positive steps. More important, we see a strong Palestinian voice calling for reform. This is their initiative. The three-part strategy that I just laid out has been endorsed by the "quartet" and many other members of the international community.”
2002-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4552Resumption1 (2002) · source
“President Bush has met with key regional leaders, most recently with Egyptian President Mubarak and Israeli Prime Minister Sharon. President Bush raised with Prime Minister Sharon the need to ease the lives of ordinary Palestinians, who have seen their economic prospects plummet over the course of the conflict. Today, President Bush met with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Saud al-Faisal, and tomorrow Secretary of State Powell and National Security Adviser Rice will meet with Mr. Nabil Shaath of the Palestinian Authority. On Friday, the United States will also host a meeting of the "quartet" envoys. We are using these intensive discussions to try to open the door to movement away from terror and violence and back to the negotiating table. That includes the holding of a ministerial-level meeting this summer.”
2002-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4552Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Those who harbour the people ordering such acts of terror, wherever they are, are under an obligation from the Council to take action against them. We continue to recognize Israel's right to self- defence, but both Israel and the Palestinian Authority have to do all they can to create and sustain an environment for political progress. That means following the path set out in the recent resolutions of the Council. For Israel, that includes easing of closures and lifting restrictions that impede the access of United Nations and humanitarian organizations to the Palestinian civilian population in need of assistance, as called for in Security Council resolution 1405 (2002). We believe that there is an opportunity to turn the current situation around, and we call on both parties to build on the diplomatic momentum President Bush has generated.”
2002-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4552Resumption1 (2002) · source
“These attacks in reality set back the Palestinian people's effort to attain their national aspirations and create security conditions that make it much more difficult for Israel to ease its policy of tight closures around Palestinian areas. We need to speak plainly. Safe haven for those who finance, plan, support or commit terrorist acts must end. That is a Chapter-VII decision of the Security Council in resolution 1373 (2001). Only last week, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, from its headquarters in Damascus, claimed credit for the horrific car-bomb attack on a public bus in Israel that killed 17 and wounded 30. This was an act of terror. It was not resistance. It was not martyrdom. It must be condemned, and those responsible must be brought to justice.”
2002-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4552Resumption1 (2002) · source
“They must move decisively to confront terror and violence, as demanded in resolutions 1397 (2002) and 1402 (2002). Condemnations of terror with caveats are not enough. These do not ease the fears of ordinary Israelis, nor do they dissuade the misguided would-be bombers from their deadly missions. In 2002 alone, there have been at least 23 suicide bombings, in which 130 Israelis were killed and more than 1,000 wounded. There can be no defence for the intentional killing of civilians or support for those who engage in terrorist bombings, which are proscribed by international humanitarian law, including recent United Nations conventions and Security Council decisions.”
2002-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4552Resumption1 (2002) · source
“We are deeply troubled by ongoing violence in the Middle East, including most recently Tuesday's suicide bombing in Herzliya, which killed an Israeli girl, and yesterday's shooting death of a Palestinian boy in Gaza in an exchange of gunfire between Palestinian gunmen and the Israeli army. The conflict is exacting a devastating daily toll on Israelis and Palestinians. Our message to both parties has been clear and consistent. It is essential that both sides, Israel and the Palestinians, consider the repercussions of any action they take today for the broader goal of achieving peace tomorrow. Chairman Arafat and other Palestinian leaders must speak clearly to their people and tell them that terror and violence cannot help the Palestinians achieve their national aspirations.”
2002-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4552Resumption1 (2002) · source
“I think the other members of the "quartet" agree with that intention. The United States is deeply committed to doing all it can to help bring about a just, comprehensive and lasting peace in the Middle East. We have seen ample evidence in recent months that terrorism and the use of force only move the parties further from that goal. We continue to hold fast to the belief that the only way forward is through negotiations guided by Security Council resolutions 242 (1967), 338 (1973) and 1397 (2002). We have seen that sustained diplomatic efforts on the ground in the Middle East can produce results. Our sincere hope is that the positive events of recent days will be followed by more encouraging developments that begin to restore hope to both Israelis and Palestinians.”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“We welcome the commitments made in Oslo last week to provide over $1 billion in assistance. The United States, itself, has over $300 million dedicated to aid to the Palestinian people. We continue to work with all concerned on an urgent basis to meet the pressing needs in Jenin, as well as throughout the West Bank and Gaza. As the third part of our strategy, we committed ourselves to the promotion of serious and accelerated negotiations towards a settlement. Yesterday, the "quartet" discussed how best to begin to prepare for an international conference this summer, including a set of principles to serve as the basis for the meeting. As Secretary Powell said, it is time for prompt action to take advantage of this new window of opportunity that has been presented to us, and we intend to do just that.”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“We want to see established effective and responsible Palestinian security institutions which will work closely with Israeli institutions to rebuild confidence. The second part of our strategy is to address the urgent humanitarian needs of the Palestinian people and help build strong, accountable, democratic and market-oriented institutions for Palestinians, as the basis for a vibrant Palestinian State. Right now, the Palestinian people need access to jobs, access to markets, food, medical supplies and all kinds of things to relieve their suffering. We are determined to respond to those needs. This is in keeping with the message of resolution 1405 (2002). All those in the international community who can help meet the humanitarian needs of Palestinian civilians should be part of this effort.”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“United States diplomatic efforts continue without pause. Yesterday in Washington we convened a meeting of the "quartet". The "quartet's" members are committed to working with the Israelis and the Palestinians, with Arab Governments and the international community to restore the hope of all the people in the region for a peaceful, secure and prosperous future. Our Middle East strategy, worked out in coordination with the "quartet", embraces the principles and goals set forth by President Bush, by Crown Prince Abdullah and by United Nations Security Council resolutions 242 (1967), 338 (1973) and 1397 (2002). It consists of three elements. The first element is the restoration of security from terror and violence for Israelis and Palestinians. We are encouraging Chairman Arafat to do everything possible to restore calm.”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“That resolution calls upon both parties to move immediately to a meaningful ceasefire, calls for the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Palestinian cities, including Ramallah, and demands an immediate cessation of all acts of violence, including acts of terror, provocation, incitement and destruction. No one should be surprised that it has taken time and hard work, but we have seen significant progress in recent days. Most notable is the peaceful resolution of the situation in Ramallah, in part thanks to the hard work of the United States. Yet here in New York, one would hardly know anything positive had occurred this week. The reality is that there has been significant movement towards implementation of Council resolutions by the parties with the help of many international actors. We welcome those positive developments.”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“We also would have supported a letter from the Security Council President in response, but action on that was blocked as well. Now we are addressing present needs and looking to the future. The United States, along with others, is dealing urgently with the humanitarian situation of the Palestinians, including in Jenin. Before moving to other areas of discussion tonight, I also want to note that speakers here have repeatedly referred to a massacre in Jenin. As facts do emerge and are emerging, there seems to be growing clarity that there is as yet no evidence that a massacre occurred in Jenin. We have also heard invoked other recent Council actions on the Middle East. As you will recall, Secretary Powell embarked on his April mission to the Middle East with a mandate from President Bush to pursue implementation of resolution 1402 (2002).”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“It did not require or demand anything of the Secretary-General, the Government of Israel or the Palestinians. It welcomed an effort to develop accurate information about what had happened. While it is regrettable that the Government of Israel decided in the end that it would not be able to cooperate with this initiative, we supported the Secretary-General's efforts and his conclusion that it was not possible for him to implement his initiative to dispatch a fact-finding team. We supported his decision under the circumstances to disband that team. We also favoured the Council's responding to the Secretary- General's letter on this subject along those lines. We proposed a draft resolution, which I believe commanded the support of the vast majority of Council members, but action on it was blocked.”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Many of those who have spoke today have discussed resolution 1405 (2002) - a resolution that the United States sponsored. Let me be clear for the record on the meaning of that resolution, lest its purpose be distorted. My Government was and remains concerned about the humanitarian situation of the Palestinian civilian population and in the Jenin refugee camp. The resolution called for the lifting of restrictions imposed on the operations of humanitarian organizations and emphasized the urgency of their access to these civilians. It also welcomed the initiative of the Secretary-General, with the cooperation of the Government of Israel, to establish the facts about events in the Jenin refugee camp. That is, the Council welcomed and supported an effort that was just then coming into being.”
2002-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4525Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Within those parameters, we will continue to support efforts on the range of issues - security, economic reform, minority rights, the rule of law and freedom of movement - that must be addressed. Interlocking progress on all those issues is the best way forward for all communities in Kosovo, and Special Representative Steiner will have our strong support in pursuing that.”
2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source
“The activity of the bridge gang more likely resembles similar actions in the past by Kosovar Albanian extremists, who have also condoned or promoted violence and illegality. But the situation highlights the need for the rule of law, and while we understand the importance of the political issues at play in Mitrovica, we have no tolerance for any attack on United Nations personnel. Respect for the rule of law throughout, by all parties, is fundamental for the future, and we were pleased to see a similar point of view expressed in Kosovo by both Serb and Albanian political leaders. My Government believes that resolution 1244 (1999) and the constitutional framework offer the best guarantee for all Kosovars.”
2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source
“Some think they can achieve that by actively participating in Kosovo's provisional institutions of self-government, and others think that it will happen only with parallel Serb institutions. Some think that the only way to promote security is to adhere strictly to the rule of law, and others think that they should seek justice in the streets. Those are two very different visions, and it is obvious which one we support and encourage. I raise that point in connection with the disturbance in Mitrovica on 8 April, which left more than 20 UNMIK police injured and at least one in a life-threatening condition. We oppose any effort to simplify events and to present what happened in Mitrovica as representing a Kosovar-Serb point of View. We think that it does not.”
2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source
“They have already met several times to exchange views, and we hope that they will continue that act of dialogue, which in our view is the best recipe for avoiding misunderstandings and helping all concerned to deal with the difficult issues ahead. The progress on the return of the detainees was good news, and we expect that more will be done on return of the displaced and on other priorities in the Common Document in the months ahead. I noted Mr. Steiner's intention to build on that progress and to focus on returns. Our desire to address Serb priorities in Kosovo should not, however, suggest that we assume that there is agreement among Serbs on how their priorities are best addressed. There is a considerable range of views within the Povratak Coalition on how best to respond to Serb concerns.”
2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source
“Prime Minister Rexhapi's forthcoming statements of support for promoting Serb returns are promising signs of a commitment among Kosovo's leaders to the sort of multi-ethnic and democratic Kosovo that is envisaged in resolution 1244 (1999) and that my Government strongly supports. I also want to note Deputy Prime Minister Covie's contribution and his important and constructive role in representing his Government's views on Kosovo. We ask that the minister convey back to his authorities our assurance that we will continue to support enhanced cooperation between the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and Belgrade. In that regard, we are encouraged by the working relationship that has developed between Special Representative Steiner and Deputy Prime Minister Covic' in 10 short weeks.”
2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source
“In particular, we applaud the concept of benchmarks, and we support Special Representative Steiner's efforts to promote objective standards of good governance. In our view, those benchmarks are not tied to a specific political outcome, but they should be seen by all as the way to measure progress in building democratic security and economic institutions and processes that are fully representative and responsive to the needs of all Kosovars. I agree with his assessment that achievement of those benchmarks should be an objective in and of itself, necessary for the Kosovans and, indeed, necessary for stability and success in the region, no matter what the outcome, eventually and much later, of a final status discussion. We are encouraged at the positive response to this initiative from the new Government.”
2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source
“I should like to join others in welcoming Special Representative Steiner to the Council and also Deputy Prime Minister Covie. It is good to have them here for this discussion and to take note of the significant accomplishments that Mr. Steiner has achieved in his first 10 weeks in Kosovo. The formation of the provisional Kosovo Government and the agreement reached on Serb participation is welcome news and provides a solid foundation for us to move forward. In his excellent briefing, Mr. Steiner outlined some impressive achievements that have been made in the past months and set out some ideas about prospects for the future that we find encouraging and strongly support, although there is obviously much still to be done.”
2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source
“They are well placed to encourage their members to implement resolution 1373 (2001), and they are also well placed to assist the Committee in monitoring implementation and in promoting international support for its efforts. The United States strongly supports the deepening of contacts between the Counter-Terrorism Committee and those regional organizations that are joining the fight against terror. We, of course, support the course that Ambassador Greenstock has outlined for the future and welcome the continued strong leadership he and his colleagues have brought to bear in this endeavour.”
2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512 (2002) · source
“I also want to applaud Ambassador Greenstock's vision of a vigorous and dynamic Counter-Terrorism Committee process and effort, including more direct dialogue with members, in the next phase of the Counter-Terrorism Committee's work and in addressing concerns about failures to implement 1373 (2001) or to comply with all of its provisions. I want to join others also in emphasizing the importance of the roles of regional and subregional organizations in the fight against terrorism. Those organizations - those that are willing to join in the fight - have an essential role to play, we think, because they provide a local, regional forum of interchange, action, encouragement and assistance.”
2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512 (2002) · source
“We urge Members that have not filed reports with the Committee to do so. We encourage Members that have the capacity to do so to provide assistance to those who need it, to those who want to join the fight against terrorism and who need help in doing so, and to those who want to fully implement resolution 1373 (2001) and need help in doing so. A number of States, including the United States, are engaged in this effort of providing support, and we want to encourage everyone to do what they can in that regard.”
2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512 (2002) · source
“Resolution 1373 (2001) was intended to enhance the ability of the members of the international community to combat terror over the long term, as some others have mentioned. There is no deadline in this struggle, no foreseeable end to it. We will have occasion to come back periodically over time to assess how we are doing. In that regard, I note and welcome Ambassador Greenstock's thought that the Counter- Terrorism Committee will preserve the potential for dialogue with all States and with each State as this process goes forward, because all of us, I hope, will be adapting as we learn more and as we achieve progress in the battle against terrorism. All States have an obligation to comply with resolution 1373 (2001), both in terms of the process that it sets out and by national action.”
2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512 (2002) · source
“It is good for us to observe that six months have gone by since the establishment of the Counter-Terrorism Committee, to take note of what really has been the significant progress achieved in its work and to look a little bit ahead. I want to thank Ambassador Greenstock, as others have done, for his vigorous, committed and creative leadership, and also to thank all those who have worked with him, because I am sure he would be the first the acknowledge what a tremendous team effort this has been, particularly on the part of the Vice-Chairs, the other Committee members and all the experts involved. This has been complicated, hard work, and they have done a tremendous job. I must say I think that they have had a lot of success in helping to focus global efforts on the global threat that is terrorism.”
2002-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4512 (2002) · source
“Finally, in the current, extremely dangerous situation, we call on all sides, especially Lebanese and Syrian leaders who have influence over Hizbullah's actions, to exercise maximum restraint and work to prevent a serious escalation that could destabilize the region.”
2002-04-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4510 (2002) · source
“A thorough discussion of non-compliance with United Nations resolutions would necessarily demand a focus on Hizbullah and its backers. Hizbullah actions can only be understood as a deliberate effort to escalate the situation and widen the conflict just as Secretary of State Powell arrives in the region to promote implementation of resolutions 1402 (2002) and 1403 (2002). Daily Hizbullah-initiated attacks are in breach of resolution 1391 (2002) and risk provoking dangerous escalation. Hizbullah's 4 April assault on United Nations peacekeepers also shows their contempt for United Nations institutions, Security Council decisions and Lebanon's own obligations under resolutions 425 (1978) and 426 (1978).”
2002-04-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4510 (2002) · source
“He has also called on the Palestinian Authority and leaders in the region to do everything in their power to stop terrorist activities and to stop inciting violence by glorifying terror in State-owned media or by telling suicide bombers that they are martyrs. In the absence of a clear condemnation of terrorism by Arab leaders, Palestinian suicide bombers in Gaza and the West Bank will be convinced that they have a green light to destroy any hope of a return to a peaceful settlement of the Arab-Israeli dispute. All who care about the Palestinian people must join in acting against groups like Hizbullah, Hamas and Islamic Jihad, which oppose a peace process and seek the destruction of Israel. I must again call the Council's attention to the dangerous situation along the Blue Line.”
2002-04-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4510 (2002) · source
“In the region itself, Special Envoy General Zinni met with Chairman Arafat last Friday and with Prime Minister Sharon today. Echoing the Security Council's recent calls, General Zinni focused on the need for an immediate ceasefire, Israeli withdrawal and agreement from the Palestinian Authority on implementation of the Tenet work plan. Now is the time for leadership on the ground and in the region. We do not need any more resolutions. We need full implementation of the existing ones. Although neither side has demonstrated compliance with resolution 1402 (2002), a high-level diplomatic effort is now under way. President Bush has called for Israeli withdrawal without delay. He spoke directly with Prime Minister Sharon on 6 April to deliver this message. Today, he repeated, once again, that he meant what he said.”
2002-04-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4510 (2002) · source
“Much has happened since we met in this Chamber last Thursday. Last Thursday, President Bush spoke from the Rose Garden to the parties in the Middle East conflict and he dispatched Secretary Powell to the region to work towards the implementation of Security Council resolution 1402 (2002). I spoke with the Secretary before his departure last night, briefed him on our informal discussions of yesterday and conveyed the Council's support for his mission. The Council has now adopted three constructive and comprehensive resolutions and has said what needs to be said in a clear, unified voice. Resolutions 1397 (2002), 1402 (2002) and 1403 (2002) form a roadmap and a goal. They are the basis for the Secretary's mission and the efforts of the "quartet", which is due to meet in Madrid on 10 April.”
2002-04-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4510 (2002) · source
“There is a positive way forward, as the Secretary- General has explained. We must move forward, but the cycle of violent action and reaction in the Middle East must stop. The United States is pressing to bring about a ceasefire, and General Zinni remains in the region engaged in that very effort. Despite the events of these past few days, he will work hard to get the parties to implement the Tenet security work plan and to move further toward the resumption of a political process. We urge both parties to cooperate fully with General Zinni to put in place immediately a lasting ceasefire and to take the steps that will bring tangible benefits to both peoples. That is the only solution to the crisis before us.”
2002-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4503 (2002) · source
“We deplore the killing and wounding of innocent Palestinian civilians, just as we condemn the killing of innocent Israeli civilians as a result of terrorist attacks. We understand that Israel has a right to self-defence, but we call on Prime Minister Sharon and his Government to carefully consider the consequences of their actions. Chairman Arafat is the leader of the Palestinian people and his leadership is now, and will be, central to any meaningful effort to restore calm. We have made clear to the Israeli Government that he should not be harmed. The Security Council, my Government and the international community have endorsed a vision of two States - Israel and Palestine - living side by side in peace. That vision must not be defeated by a small minority dedicated solely to death and destruction.”
2002-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4503 (2002) · source
“Prime Minister Sharon in recent weeks showed flexibility with respect to conditions he had previously held to with respect to what it would take to get started on the Tenet work plan. Both sides welcomed General Zinni's return to get the work plan started, which would then lead to the Mitchell process and the political solution and political discussion and negotiation that all of us are hoping for. Vice-President Cheney travelled in the region and was prepared to see Chairman Arafat if circumstances had permitted. So there was some reason for guarded optimism. Let us be clear about what has brought it all to a halt: terrorism on the part of those who target innocent civilians with the explicit purpose of destroying hopes for peace. The United States is gravely concerned at the very dangerous situation in Ramallah.”
2002-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4503 (2002) · source
“Last fall, President Bush set out his vision at the United Nations for a Palestinian State living side by side in peace with a Jewish State. We saw positive reaction to the speech that Secretary Powell gave in Louisville. The United Nations passed an important Security Council resolution, resolution 1397 (2002), which was introduced by the United States. The resolution went through the Security Council with a vote of 14 to 0, and only one abstention. This resolution, importantly, set out a vision for the future and established an outline for progress. The Arab Summit in Beirut earlier this week, while it did not provide a complete solution, laid out a vision that was put forward by Crown Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia and was embraced by all Arab nations. We strongly welcomed that.”
2002-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4503 (2002) · source
“As Secretary Powell said earlier today, once again, terrorism that targets innocent civilians has dealt a serious blow to the effort to achieve a ceasefire and to find a political solution to the crisis in the Middle East. Terrorists have set back the vision of the Palestinian people for a State that would live in peace side by side with Israel. We condemn the acts of terrorism perpetrated by Hamas, Islamic Jihad and the Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades. We reiterate our calls on Chairman Arafat to bring the perpetrators and their supporters to justice. All those who support peace must reinforce this message, from whatever region. There is no other way forward. In recent weeks there was cause for some guarded optimism.”
2002-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4503 (2002) · source
“Just a little more than two weeks ago, the Council took a very important step when it adopted resolution 1397 (2002). Others have referred to its importance. That resolution contains a number of valuable elements. Among other things, it calls for an immediate halt to terror and violence. That call has been ignored by those who would obstruct efforts to achieve a ceasefire and work toward peace. The few optimistic signs that developed in the last two weeks have been endangered once again by terror. We should be perfectly clear in our discussion tonight: it is terrorism - repeated brutal acts of terrorism - perpetrated against innocent civilians by those who oppose peace that has brought the situation to the current extremely grave and dangerous state. Both Israeli and Palestinian hopes for a peaceful future are under attack by this terror.”
2002-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4503 (2002) · source
“Economic growth and investment are ultimately the best basis for rebuilding a democratic, multi-ethnic Kosovo and for laying the ground for the future. We welcome the appointment of the new United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) Police Commissioner, Mr. Feller, and we support his efforts to strengthen the Kosovo Police Service and to continue the fight against organized crime. I want strongly to second Ambassador Eldon's comments with regard to crime and terrorism. There is certainly a great deal still to be done, but I have to say that we are encouraged by the progress that Special Representative Steiner and UNMIK have been able to make over the last month. We have seen some important steps forward. The Special Representative has our full support. We look forward to hearing from him personally in the near future.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“A central challenge for the new Government will be to create an atmosphere of trust and confidence that will reassure Serbs and other minorities, encouraging returns and reconciliation. It seems we all agree that this should be an objective of this process, and a visible Government role for the Serbs is necessary to accomplish this. We strongly support Special Representative Steiner's efforts to encourage constructive engagement by Kosovar Serbs in governing institutions. I want to strongly encourage the Deputy Prime Minister to continue constructive efforts to encourage that participation as well, and to discourage thinking about parallel Serb institutions. My Government continues to believe that privatization and other economic priorities are now key to accelerating the return of refugees and internally displaced persons.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“We are deeply pleased to welcome yesterday's transfer from Serbia to Kosovo of Kosovo Albanian detainees. This is very good news. We commend Deputy Prime Minister Covic', Special Representative Steiner and all those who helped make this important step forward possible. It is our hope that this long- awaited action will promote further improvement in the atmosphere for ethnic relations in Kosovo and help foster consensus on other critical issues facing all Kosovars, such as economic reform. In that regard, we, like others, are disappointed that Kosovo Serbs have so far resisted participation in the Government. It is profoundly in the interests of all Kosovar Serbs to engage.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“I thank Mr. Annabi, and I welcome Deputy Prime Minister Covie to the Council and thank him for his presentation to us. We too applaud the success of the people of Kosovo and their political leaders on the formation of a new Government. Special Representative Steiner deserves a special word of appreciation for his important role in helping to broker that agreement. We encourage President Rugova and Prime Minister Rexhepi and Assembly President Thaci to address the many difficult issues that the Government will now have to face. Their initial statements expressing the new Government's commitment to the rule of law, economic reform, enhanced security and, very importantly, to the rights of minorities are encouraging. We need to see results, and we urge them to follow through.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“We believe that these efforts are responsive to Afghanistan's needs and are already having a very positive impact. Given the present security situation and the range and variety of assistance already available or under way, we do not currently see the need to expand ISAF's areas of activity beyond Kabul and its immediate environs. We remain extremely appreciative of the United Kingdom's leadership of the International Security Assistance Force and express our thanks for the support of the other troop-contributing nations.”
2002-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4497 (2002) · source
“Working with our international partners in the coming weeks, we will begin training a national army and the United States will contribute significantly to the training and equipping of police. In early April, we intend to meet with other interested countries to discuss efforts to improve the security situation in Afghanistan. When the current mandate of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) comes up for renewal, we will support its extension through December of this year. We will also provide assistance to Turkey should it, as we hope, agree to take over ISAF command from the United Kingdom. The United States is working, through its special forces and civil affairs teams, with local Afghan commanders and these teams will continue to help local commanders deal with contentious issues and to discourage conflict among them.”
2002-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4497 (2002) · source
“For now, I want to second the Secretary-General's comment that what Ambassador Brahimi, his colleagues, the United Nations and, indeed, the international community have accomplished thus far is truly remarkable under the circumstances. We support the Secretary-General's intent to get an effective, efficient and integrated mission fully in place as soon as possible with a light expatriate footprint and heavy reliance on the Afghans themselves. Today, I want to say a word about security. We all recognize that there is a variety of security challenges in Afghanistan today. The Afghans are addressing these challenges and the United States, together with others, is assisting them to do so in a number of ways. We will continue the campaign against Al Qaeda and the Taliban.”
2002-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4497 (2002) · source
“I, too, wish to welcome you, Sir, to New York. Your presence here with us today is most welcome and signifies your country's commitment to Afghanistan. I want to completely associate the United States with your message of condolence and sympathy to the Afghan people in the aftermath of the earthquake today. I also want to thank the Deputy Secretary-General for her comprehensive overview of where we stand now. I think it is a very useful outline. We welcome the Secretary-General's report on the situation in Afghanistan and the proposal for the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). We look forward to hearing other nations' views on UNAMA and to discussing it more fully in the coming days.”
2002-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4497 (2002) · source
“It is also interesting that almost all of the examples set out in the "precedents" column are contained in resolutions that we have adopted in the last two years. I hope this shows that we are, in fact, merging our operations in the Council with the more theoretical approach taken in the thematic discussions. We look forward to the Secretary-General's report in November. We join others in encouraging better coordination and integration within the United Nations system and between the United Nations system and nations that are participating in various aspects of peacekeeping or other operations. I would like to lend my support to the thought that the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) and the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) consider providing us with a joint briefing on this effort in the future.”
2002-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4492 (2002) · source
“It sets out rather clearly, schematically and usefully the instruments that the international community and this Council can bring to bear, depending on the circumstances. I was also glad to hear Mr. Oshima's remarks about how knowledge of the existence and use of these instruments could be spread more broadly throughout Governments and the United Nations system. We support very much the intent to follow up on the aide-memoire and to refine it further in the future, as our experience in the use of the instruments increases. I was particularly struck by the aide-memoire's "precedents" column, which shows, I think - as one would hope - that we are bringing these instruments to bear.”
2002-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4492 (2002) · source