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lines on the record: 961
first: 2007-11-28
most recent: 2023-10-02
sittings or episodes: 160
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“We have to work together to advance our shared humanity and the human dignity of all people. We have seen time and again that disregard for those common principles and a breakdown in tolerance give way to violence. Our challenge here in this Chamber — to prevent violence and foster peace — must be done in a way that encourages dialogue and upholds human rights for all. But we cannot allow abuse of human rights or repression of political opposition under the pretext of countering terrorism or preventing violent extremism. Peace and security are strengthened by upholding human rights and fundamental freedoms, not by suppressing those rights and freedoms.”
2023-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9346 (2023) · source
“I want to thank today’s briefers, His Eminence Sheikh Ahmed Al-Tayeb, His Excellency Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher and Ms. Latifa Ibn Ziaten. I would also like to thank you, Madam Minister, for convening this meeting to further the protection of universal human rights, religious coexistence and tolerance and to counter religious intolerance and hatred. It is important for the Security Council to have conversations on human rights protections in the maintenance of international peace and security. It is necessary for us to speak with one another in open dialogue to promote tolerance, inclusion and understanding. And upholding universal human rights must be the very foundation of our efforts. Our work is hard. We live in a multicultural and pluralistic world.”
2023-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9346 (2023) · source
“Similarly, UNITAD can help other countries prosecute the thousands of ISIS foreign fighters in detention centres in Iraq and Syria. The detention centres are inherently unstable and pose considerable risks to security. It is imperative that all States repatriate and prosecute their nationals who have committed crimes, as appropriate. UNITAD continues to be a solid example of how the United Nations can support transitions from conflict to peace and security. The United States will continue its support and will encourage UNITAD and the Government of Iraq to take the steps needed to expand their opportunities to collaborate. In that way, they can accelerate progress towards delivering justice for ISIS’s many victims.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“We encourage the Government of Iraq to adopt legislation on international crimes, notably genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity, and to take the steps necessary to ensure transparent prosecutions of ISIS members that respect minimum fair-trial guarantees and legal protections. While the number of attacks has decreased and ISIS capability has been significantly degraded through the efforts of Iraq and the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, ISIS remains a critical threat in Iraq and globally. One way of reducing that threat is by giving further support the Government of Iraq in repatriating Iraqi ISIS members from detention centres in north-eastern Syria to face justice in Iraqi courts. UNITAD will play an important role in that process.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“We continue to be impressed by the rigour and technological ingenuity UNITAD has brought to bear on the collection, digitization, analysis and catalogueing of evidence. We welcome reports of growing cooperation between UNITAD and the Government of Iraq, noting ongoing consultations at the senior political level, as well as engagement with judges, notably sharing findings on ISIS financial networks and crimes. UNITAD’s training programmes on evidence management and forensics will pay dividends in future in the Iraqi judiciary’s handling of newly collected evidence and in utilizing evidence managed by UNITAD. We acknowledge the Government of Iraq’s desire for UNITAD to turn over the evidence it has collected for use by the Iraqi judicial system and UNITAD’s attempt to develop a creative solution to try to make this possible.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“I thank Special Adviser Ritscher for his briefing. I also thank him and his team for their valuable work. As Iraq continues its transition from conflict to stability and prosperity, accountability for the heinous crimes committed by Da’esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIS) remains an important element of reconciliation and rebuilding. The United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD) is a key element in achieving accountability, and the United States continues to strongly support its work. We welcome the reports of continued development of case files and the expanding circle of incidents and crimes UNITAD is investigating, including documented ISIS use of chemical weapons.”
2023-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9341 (2023) · source
“In conclusion, let me say that we are eager to see the UNAMI mandate renewed this month so that the Mission can continue to provide Iraq meaningful support as the country builds momentum in its transition from conflict to peace and prosperity. As the UNAMI penholder, we have circulated a first draft of the mandate and look forward to working with Council members in constructive negotiations.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“The United States will stand side by side with all Iraqis as they continue their effort, which has come at great sacrifice to ensuring an enduring defeat of ISIL. The United States and the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIL will continue to provide support for this critical effort at the invitation of the Iraqi Government. An essential element of the defeat of ISIL is the dismantling of its networks for recruitment and radicalization to violence, particularly those that prey on children in displacement camps in Syria. We commend Iraq for its efforts to bring home Iraqis, overwhelmingly women and children from Al-Hol camp, and we call on all States Members of the United Nations to repatriate, rehabilitate, reintegrate and, where appropriate, prosecute their nationals in Iraq and Syria.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“We are pleased to see Iraq take steps to implement the Yazidi female survivors law, and we encourage UNAMI and Iraq to support full implementation of the Sinjar Agreement as well as ensure that victims of ISIL brutality can access the compensation they deserve without burdensome evidentiary standards. We encourage Iraq’s neighbours to positively contribute to Iraq’s stability and prosperity. The United States regards Iraq as a keystone in the arch of security and stability for the Middle East, and its sovereignty must be respected. Regional integration and cooperation on energy, water, the environment and trade will enhance security for all and will also create new opportunities for economic growth.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“Since the formation of the Government, we have witnessed great strides in stability and prosperity. But the appetite for change is immense among Iraq’s dynamic youth — men and women, who deserve economic opportunity and effective governance as a foundation for achieving their aspirations. We encourage Iraq to work with the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) in securing these reforms. UNAMI is well positioned to provide assistance across the spectrum of social and economic challenges, including on elections, promoting and safeguarding human rights, combating climate change and governance reform. We also encourage Iraq and UNAMI to continue collective efforts to support the members of Iraq’s religious and ethnic minority communities.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“I thank Special Representative Hennis-Plasschaert for her comprehensive briefing, and I thank Ms. Latif for her briefing on the situation of women and girls. The United States welcomed Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani’s participation in the March Summit for Democracy, where he declared that the Government of Iraq strives to meet the demands and aspirations of the Iraqi people and that combating corruption was at the top of the Government’s list of priorities. We also took positive note of the Prime Minister’s focus on promoting and safeguarding democracy, human rights, the rule of law and sustainable development and were particularly encouraged by his emphasis on empowering women politically and socially. We encourage the Government of Iraq to maintain its commitment to those essential reforms.”
2023-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9324 (2023) · source
“We therefore continue to urge the parties to seize the moment, come together and bring lasting peace to the people of Yemen.”
2023-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9323 (2023) · source
“We commend the United Nations Development Programme and the United Nations Resident Coordinator for Yemen, David Gressly, for their efforts to address the very real and imminent threat posed by the FSO SAFER, and look forward to the launch of the operation later this month. While we celebrate that progress, the United Nations still needs to raise additional funds for that effort. We call on Member States to contribute and to encourage private sector and environmental groups to help close the funding gap so that this critical operation can move forward. In conclusion, let me reiterate that this is a hopeful moment for Yemen and a moment of opportunity. I would emphasize that hopeful moments like these are not guaranteed.”
2023-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9323 (2023) · source
“We express our condolences to the families of the deceased and everyone affected by that tragic event. We also call for the immediate and unconditional release of our Yemeni staff in Sana’a, who have been forcibly detained for nearly 18 months. Finally, along with the opportunity to make progress towards a sustainable peace, this is also a unique moment to address the threat posed to Yemen and the region by the FSO SAFER tanker. The procurement by the United Nations of a replacement vessel, the Nautica, was a critical step. The arrival of the Nautica in the Red Sea earlier this month marked another important milestone in the project’s implementation.”
2023-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9323 (2023) · source
“The international community, and the Security Council in particular, stands behind Special Envoy Grundberg and commends his unflagging commitment to peacefully resolving the conflict. We urge the parties to continue to engage closely with him on United Nations-led peace efforts in order to build on the progress achieved so far. Despite that progress towards peace and the now 13 months of de-escalation, the humanitarian situation remains dire, as we heard today. We urge donors to give generously to Yemen’s humanitarian appeal. A funding gap of more than $3 billion remains — funds that are necessary to assist more than 21.6 million Yemenis, or approximately two thirds of Yemen’s total population. We were deeply saddened by the stampede in Sana’a over the holy month of Ramadan, which left at least 78 people dead and scores more injured.”
2023-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9323 (2023) · source
“We urge them to seize that momentum and intensify their efforts to bridge the remaining gaps and reach a more comprehensive agreement. We note that such an agreement must lead to a resumption of Government oil exports and pave the way for an inclusive intra-Yemeni political process. That process should also include the voices of civil society, women and members of marginalized groups and should address Yemenis’ calls for justice, accountability and redress for human rights abuses and violations. As we have said before, that is the only way to achieve a lasting peace in Yemen. The leadership of the United Nations will continue to be critical to the success of such a political process.”
2023-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9323 (2023) · source
“I thank Special Envoy Grundberg, Ms. Wosornu and Ms. Al-Eryani for their briefings. This is a hopeful moment for Yemen. There continues to be a window of opportunity for achieving a more durable and lasting peace built on the groundwork laid by the United Nations-brokered truce and the intensive negotiations of the past year. We recognize the efforts of regional partners, particularly Saudi Arabia and Oman. The visit of Saudi and Omani delegations to Sana’a last month and the release of almost 900 detainees from all sides of the conflict represented important steps forward. We also commend the contribution of the Government of the Republic of Yemen to that progress. The parties now have a chance to bring peace to Yemen.”
2023-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9323 (2023) · source
“We look forward to the joint strategic assessment on the Sahel being undertaken by the United Nations, the African Union, ECOWAS and the G-5 Sahel. The United States stands ready to deepen our support for effective solutions to advance peace and security in the region.”
2023-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9322 (2023) · source
“The interrelated threats of terrorism and violent extremism, climate change and criminal networks span borders and require transnational approaches. We extend our support to Burkina Faso, Chad and Mali to complete their transitions to democratically elected civilian Governments. We and other partners are keen to consider restarting currently restricted support. The election of democratic Governments would help us resume such assistance. In that regard, we welcome the Malian transition Government’s announcement of a new date for the delayed constitutional referendum and encourage strict adherence to the agreed timetable of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for completing Mali’s political transition.”
2023-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9322 (2023) · source
“We recall that the Mission is mandated to investigate and report on allegations of human rights violations and abuses, and we are deeply troubled by the transition Government’s restrictions on the MINUSMA’s freedom of movement, in violation of the status-of-forces agreement. We urge the transition Government to uphold its responsibilities as host country to a United Nations peacekeeping operation. We encourage the transition Government to fully consider the recommendations outlined in the United Nations report, including pursuing an independent, impartial, efficient, exhaustive and transparent investigation to hold those responsible accountable. We remain disappointed in Mali’s decision last year to withdraw from the G-5 Sahel and urge transition authorities to immediately rejoin the coalition.”
2023-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9322 (2023) · source
“According to the February report of the United Nations Development Programme on violent extremism in Africa, Government-led human rights violations and abuses often serve as a trigger event, accelerating recruitment into violent extremist organizations among at-risk groups. We are appalled by the egregious disregard for human life exhibited by elements of the Malian armed forces, in cooperation with the Wagner Group transnational criminal organization during the operation in Moura last year. We commend the United Nations for its diligence and tenacity in investigating the horrific civilian massacre of civilians in Moura, especially considering the restrictions on the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA).”
2023-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9322 (2023) · source
“While we respect the need for Sahelian States to address the scourge of terrorism and other violence within their borders, we urge them to recognize the limitations of militarized approaches and to redouble efforts to address structural drivers of instability. That includes enhancing governance, strengthening democratic institutions, improving access to services and justice and respecting human rights and the rule of law. We remain concerned about State-led military operations in Mali and Burkina Faso that have led to large-scale civilian casualties and reports of human rights violations. In Mali, the transition Government’s short-sighted partnership with the Kremlin-backed Wagner Group has not produced greater security for the Malian people. Instead, reported human rights abuses are fuelling grievances among already marginalized groups.”
2023-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9322 (2023) · source
“I thank Assistant Secretary-General Pobee and Executive Secretary Tiaré for their briefings. I also thank Ms. Diouf for her important remarks centred on the link between security and climate change. The United States welcomes the efforts of Burkina Faso, Chad, Mauritania and the Niger to revitalize the Group of Five for the Sahel (G-5 Sahel), including through the 20 February extraordinary summit of Heads of State. In particular, we applaud Mauritania’s efforts as the newly appointed G-5 Sahel to revitalize the G-5 Sahel institution and refocus its political security and development goals, as outlined in its recently published road map. The United States is especially concerned about the security, humanitarian and political crises unfolding in the Sahel. These stem primarily from governance failures.”
2023-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9322 (2023) · source
“The High Representative and his Office needs the Council’s support, as well as that of the international community, in his work. We also urge the Council to continue to support the European Union Military Operation in Bosnia and Herzegovina which has been vital in maintaining a safe and secure environment in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2023-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9319 (2023) · source
“The Office of the High Representative plays a key role in ensuring implementation of the civilian aspects of the Dayton Peace Agreement and has been instrumental in ensuring that key institutions, including the judiciary, continue to function. The United States remains committed to combating endemic corruption and the undermining of State-level authorities. We remain steadfast in our support for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and multi-ethnic character and urge the international community to continue engaging with the country’s leaders at all levels of Government. In conclusion, the United States fully supports the High Representative and his ability to exercise all necessary authorities, including the Bonn powers, until the 5+2 agenda is complete.”
2023-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9319 (2023) · source
“He has called for the creation of a special unit to “monitor” the inter-entity boundary line, which could lead to a soft partition of the country. And he has taken steps that have undermined State-level institutions, silenced the media and civil society, targeted lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex individuals and raised tensions and security concerns. We are very appreciative of High Representative Christian Schmidt’s work, which has been vital to keeping the international community informed of ongoing efforts to ensure enduring stability and prosperity in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region.”
2023-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9319 (2023) · source
“Now is the time for all levels of the Government to seize on the positive momentum generated by the formation of all of its institutions. Now is the time to make real and tangible progress on reforms for a more democratic and prosperous future. We urge officials to avoid actions that threaten the Dayton Peace Agreement or undermine the country’s Euro-Atlantic integration. Local leaders must rise above ethno-nationalist agendas and focus, instead, on restoring accountable, transparent and efficient governance. For too long, ethno-nationalist parties have undermined democratic institutions and engaged in corrupt behaviour for narrow personal and political gain. Republika Srpska Milorad Dodik’s secessionist rhetoric and attacks on basic rights and freedoms lead down a dangerous and isolated authoritarian path.”
2023-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9319 (2023) · source
“We greatly appreciate High Representative Schmidt’s participation here today, as well as his briefing. I also want to thank Mrs. Željka Cvijanović, Chair of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, for her participation in today’s meeting. The United States has long advocated for the democratic and prosperous future that the citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina have chosen and deserve. We will continue to support the country as it builds towards a more flourishing and secure future in the Euro- Atlantic community of nations. We congratulate the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina on the formation of its first new Government in eight years. That was an enormous accomplishment, and the Office of the High Representative and its authorities played a critical role.”
2023-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9319 (2023) · source
“The United States values the OSCE as a vehicle for effective multilateralism and for promoting respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, arms control, regional stability, post-conflict reconciliation, confidence and security-building measures, economic prosperity and sustainable environmental policies. We hope that through continued cooperation with the OSCE on shared agenda items such as those, the United Nations and, by extension, the entire international community can leverage strengths and realize lasting benefits.”
2023-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9316 (2023) · source
“The United States welcomes the cooperation between the United Nations and the OSCE as they work together to prevent any resurgence of violence in post-conflict situations, including through the close cooperation of OSCE field operations with United Nations agencies and missions. One such example is the OSCE mission in Kosovo, which is a partner of the United Nations Mission in Kosovo. Despite Russia’s efforts to obstruct the OSCE and sabotage its budget, the OSCE has continued to operate, contributing to regional peace and security, including with the donor-funded support programme for Ukraine to replace the Special Monitoring Mission forced to close by Russia.”
2023-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9316 (2023) · source
“We hope that everyone will read those reports, given the grave human rights crisis in Belarus and the unconscionable actions of the Russian Federation, which will inevitably have implications for regional security. We believe that regional organizations and their cooperation with the United Nations are more important than ever in helping to maintain international peace and security. As the world’s largest regional security organization, the OSCE’s close cooperation with the United Nations is essential to ensuring that the Council can deliver on its mandate for international peace and security.”
2023-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9316 (2023) · source
“The rapporteurs who prepared those reports are professionals in their fields, scrupulous in documenting findings of brutality and disregard for innocent lives. The Moscow Mechanism rapporteurs have likewise revealed the violence of the Belarusian regime’s efforts to suppress dissent and the Kremlin’s crackdown on all voices critical of its policies, as well as its efforts to strangle free media. A Moscow Mechanism report on the forcible transfer or deportation of Ukrainian children to Ukrainian territory temporarily occupied by Russian forces or to the Russian Federation itself is being presented in Vienna today. A further report on Belarus is in progress.”
2023-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9316 (2023) · source
“I would also like to thank Foreign Minister Osmani for his participation today and for North Macedonia’s principled leadership at the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). His comments about Ukraine were particularly pertinent. From the civilians brutalized by Russia’s missiles in Uman and other cities last Friday to the children Russia has forcibly transferred and deported, the human cost of Russia’s aggression is immeasurable and the damage to Ukraine’s infrastructure massive. As Mr. Osmani highlighted, the OSCE has been at the forefront of the international community’s efforts to shine a light on the actions of the Russian Federation’s military forces in Ukraine through the superb fact-finding and reporting resulting from repeated invocations of the OSCE’s Moscow Mechanism by as many as 45 participating States.”
2023-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9316 (2023) · source
“Clearly, that expanded access is having a positive impact on the Syrian people. It remains clear that there is no substitute for cross-border access. We are committed to supporting the implementation of resolution 2672 (2023), including delivering assistance cross-line. We urge all parties to remove the obstructions to cross-line humanitarian deliveries to all parts of Syria. Finally, the United States continues to reject any suggestion that humanitarian assistance is being blocked by United States sanctions. We maintain robust humanitarian exceptions for those sanctions and welcome good-faith discussions with the United Nations and others to address any specific instances in which humanitarian actors have been unable to pursue humanitarian activities due to actions of the United States.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9313 (2023) · source
“We renew our call for a nationwide ceasefire and for the humane release of the unjustly detained, as well as for clarification on the fate of the missing, including those who are deceased, and for the Al-Assad regime to finally engage in the political process in good faith. On the humanitarian front, the needs of the Syrian people are at their greatest since the conflict began. As we heard today, millions remain internally displaced or have sought refuge in neighbouring countries or further afield. We welcome reports that the United Nations has scaled its cross-border operation back up to pre-earthquake levels and that United Nations assistance is once again reaching millions in north- western Syria with food, health, shelter, water and hygiene supplies transported across the border.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9313 (2023) · source
“Since that release, the brutal practice of the arbitrary detention and enforced disappearance of innocent men, women and children has not stopped. Syria continues to radiate instability to the broader region. The regime has allowed Russia to use Syria as a logistics node to export its destabilizing activities to Africa and has flooded the region with illicit drugs. Against that backdrop, the United States will not normalize its relationship with Al-Assad, and we have strongly discouraged others from doing so. We will not lift our sanctions on Al-Assad or support reconstruction absent genuine, comprehensive and enduring reforms and progress on the political process.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9313 (2023) · source
“Russia claims to support a Syrian-led political process, but has thrown up additional roadblocks to the Constitutional Committee for reasons that have nothing to do with Syria or the Syrian people. As a result of the lack of political progress, the Syrian people continue to face immense challenges. More than 130,000 Syrians are unaccounted for, languishing in regime prisons or detention centres or missing and believed murdered by the regime, terrorist groups such as Da’esh or other parties to the conflict. Al-Assad’s April 2022 amnesty, which we hoped would be followed by additional releases, instead resulted in the release of only 500 people, many of whom were emaciated, with some having reportedly lost their memory or suffering from trauma or mental illness, while others sustained physical injuries.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9313 (2023) · source
“I thank Special Envoy Pedersen and Director Doughten for their briefings. Thirteen years ago, Bashar Al-Assad responded to peaceful protests with a brutal crackdown. His regime has detained, tortured and murdered civilians, including children, and has rejected diplomatic efforts to end a war that has claimed more than 500,000 lives, destroyed Syria’s economy and forced millions from their homes. The Council and the international community have an agreed pathway to ending the conflict, through resolution 2254 (2015). Despite the diligent efforts of the Special Envoy and his team, the Al-Assad regime has refused direct negotiations and has undermined the work of the Constitutional Committee for years.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9313 (2023) · source
“As long as we are on this issue of the language, I just want to state for the record that my understanding of this language issue, as raised first by the Foreign Minister of Kosovo, then the presidency and then the Permanent Representative of Albania, coincides 100 per cent with the explanation provided by the Permanent Representative of Albania. I thank the presidency for its further explanation of this issue, but I believe that the explanation provided by Albania stands.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9312 (2023) · source
“The EU-facilitated dialogue, re-energized through the 27 February basic agreement and its implementation annex on 18 March, continues to be the principal mechanism for reconciling issues between the two neighbours. The positive momentum over the past few months further supports our long-standing view that it is time for the United Nations to find a more relevant role in Kosovo that does not require a Chapter VII mandate. While we greatly appreciate the contributions that the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo has made to peace and security since it was established in 1999, we should acknowledge that the Mission has long fulfilled its original mandate.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9312 (2023) · source
“We commend Kosovo and Serbia for taking a crucial step forward with a legally binding agreement reached in Brussels and Ohrid, which is a positive development. We encourage both Kosovo and Serbia to move quickly to implement their respective commitments and to avoid the recurring crises that have hampered progress in the EU-facilitated dialogue for so long. We hope to see more of that new spirit when the leaders of Serbia and Kosovo meet in Brussels on 2 May. A critical part of that important work is further steps by Kosovo to establish an association of Serb majority municipalities in a way that complies with Kosovo’s Constitution.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9312 (2023) · source
“I am grateful to Special Representative Ziadeh for her briefing and thank Foreign Minister Gërvalla- Schwarz and Foreign Minister Dačić for participating in today’s meeting. The United States remains firmly committed to enhancing stability in the Western Balkans, especially during this time of greater tensions in Europe. We are working closely with our European partners to continue fostering democracy, multi-ethnic societies and the rule of law across the Western Balkans. That is a critically important endeavour, and we will continue to support our partners going forward, including on the dialogue facilitated by the European Union (EU). We especially appreciate the engagement of EU High Representative Borrell Fontelles and EU Special Representative Lajčák with Kosovo and Serbia under the EU-facilitated dialogue.”
2023-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9312 (2023) · source
“The Security Council will need to do its part in helping Haiti, including by advancing additional sanctions against those who finance and foment violence and instability in Haiti. The United States stands in solidarity with the Haitian people during these difficult times.”
2023-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9311 (2023) · source
“The United States has committed more than $90 million to support the Haitian National Police and provided more than $204.7 million in humanitarian funding to Haiti. In the past six months, the United States announced an additional $56 million in humanitarian assistance, delivered 450 metric tons of health, logistics and water, sanitation and hygiene commodities and transported 232 metric tons of personal protective equipment for health workers, as well as rehydration fluids for cholera patients, and water-disinfection tablets. The Government of Haiti and its people have asked for international support to address violence and insecurity. The United States continues to work with a growing number of international partners to support the urgent security needs in the country.”
2023-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9311 (2023) · source
“Since the December 2022 signing of the National Consensus for an Inclusive Transition and Transparent Elections, we have seen positive political developments, including the appointment of members to the High Transitional Council and the Court of Cassation. While those political developments are promising, we urge the Government of Haiti and all political stakeholders to establish an inclusive and broad-based Provisional Electoral Council to restore democratic governance in the country. Despite increased assistance from the international community, more is needed to support the security, health and stability of the Haitian people. We applaud the United Nations recent approval of the Humanitarian System-Wide Scale-Up for Haiti to address malnutrition, cholera, gender-based violence and child protection needs in the country.”
2023-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9311 (2023) · source
“As the Special Representative noted, schools have closed after teachers and students were hit by stray bullets in classrooms in what the United Nations describes as gang attacks of an indiscriminate character. Abductions of children and parents have often taken place within the vicinity of schools. The United States also condemns in the strongest terms the killing in the line of duty of brave the Haitian National Police officers. The brutal tactics gangs have enacted in carrying out those crimes are deeply troubling. Political stability is a key element towards restoring peace and security in the country.”
2023-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9311 (2023) · source
“As we heard this morning, the reports on the security and humanitarian situation in Haiti are pretty horrific. In the capital city of Port-au-Prince, schools and community hubs have become sites for terrorizing and recruiting young people. Gang violence threatens the daily lives of citizens and the economic prosperity of Haiti. Women and girls are most vulnerable to the unacceptable rise in sexual and gender-based violence, used as a tool of fear and intimidation. We are deeply concerned about the increase in violent gang activity. The United Nations reported that homicides increased 21 per cent in the first quarter of this year, and kidnappings by 63 per cent.”
2023-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9311 (2023) · source
“I would like to welcome Special Representative of the Secretary-General María Isabel Salvador in her first appearance at the Security Council since the Secretary- General announced her appointment on 1 March. I would also like to thank the Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Waly for her briefing, and I acknowledge the presence here this morning of the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The United States welcomes the appointment by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights of William O’Neill as an Independent Expert on Human Rights in Haiti. There is an urgent need to monitor and report on the human rights situation, with special emphasis on the safety and well-being of women and children.”
2023-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9311 (2023) · source
“We welcome news that the NAUTICA tanker, a very large crude carrier contracted to offload oil from the FSO SAFER tanker, has set sail toward Yemen to begin the first phase of the project. We urge donors to provide funds and help make up the shortfall needed to begin the operation. We urge the United Nations to ensure that the project implementation proceeds on schedule. Finally, I would like to wish the people of Yemen a Ramadan Mubarak and to convey the best wishes of the people of the United States on the upcoming Eid Al-Fitr celebrations. May the coming weeks and months give the people of Yemen even more cause for celebration.”
2023-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9304 (2023) · source
“While there is welcome progress toward peace, we cannot neglect Yemen’s dire humanitarian situation. A tremendous shortfall remains in the humanitarian appeal, and we call on donors to close the funding gap. We also remain concerned about restrictions on humanitarian access, including Houthi interference in independent assessments and monitoring visits, contracting and tendering processes, and restrictions on women’s freedom of movement. Such interference must end, as it hinders aid delivery and prevents assistance from reaching Yemen’s most vulnerable. We call for the release of our United States staff members from Yemen who have been forcibly detained for 18 months. In the spirit of the holy month of Ramadan, we call on the Houthis to release them immediately and unconditionally.”
2023-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9304 (2023) · source