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first: 2008-08-08
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“I would like to thank Ambassador Osorio for his briefing today and for his active and effective leadership of this critical committee. Iran's nuclear programme continues to threaten regional and international security. The latest news from Vienna on Iran's nuclear progress underscores that threat. According to the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iran completed installation of all centrifuges at the Fordow site, its previously covert hardened underground facility. That will significantly expand Iran's ability to enrich uranium. Meanwhile, Iran continues its efforts to sanitize the Parchin site, which the IAEA has associated with high- explosives testing. Director General Amano underscores that Iran's actions have seriously undermined the IAEA's ability to conduct effective verification.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6888 (2012) · source
“Less than year ago, President Obama issued the first-ever United States national action plan on women, peace and security. Based on wide-ranging consultations with American civil society and with other Governments, our action plan lays out how the United States will help empower half the world's population as equal partners in preventing conflict and building peace. Partnering with civil society groups is a key component of this strategy. In conclusion, let me reiterate that the international community has made progress in including women in conflict resolution and peacebuilding, tackling the scourge of sexual violence in conflict and making national commitments to act. But much more needs to be done so that the world fully sees women as actors, not victims, and as leaders, not followers.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“In the peace and security context, they are not simply women's issues, but, rather, fundamental problems that must be addressed for societies to reconcile, rebuild and find peace. We applaud the efforts made by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations to prevent violence against women in armed conflict by working to devise innovative procedures such as random patrols in areas commonly used by women and girls for gathering firewood or water. Beyond sharing best practices and lessons learned, we need to do more to standardize mission-wide strategies and policies, improve redeployment training for peacekeepers, address victims' needs and hold perpetrators accountable. That is why United Nations campaigns such as Stop Rape Now are so important. The work of resolution 1325 (2000) is a national responsibility.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“UN-Women's focus on women's leadership and political participation has produced concrete results, and we look forward to the forthcoming report of the Secretary-General on implementation of General Assembly resolution 66/130, on women and political participation. We are also grateful for the work on women's political participation by the Human Rights Council Working Group on Discrimination against Women in Law and Practice. The United States remains deeply concerned about violence targeted at women and girls, especially sexual violence. Not only is it horrific for the victims, but it tears apart the fabric of societies. As Secretary Clinton has said, these acts are not cultural but criminal.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“UN-Women's Fund for Gender Equality typifies that approach by partnering with regional, national and local women's organizations as well as with Government institutions to get more women engaged economically and politically. It is encouraging, moreover, to see that more women parliamentarians are elected to office during transitional periods where there is United Nations assistance. Libya's landmark elections on 7 July had record levels of women's participation, with over six hundred women candidates running for the national congress. And yet United Nations budgets remain well below the agreed 15 per cent recommendation in the Secretary-General's action plan to ensure women's participation in post-conflict recovery. Ifthat continues, recent progress could stagnate. We must find ways to accelerate progress on that front.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“The delegates are currently drafting an action plan to drive genuine progress for Afghan women. The United Nations has made important strides in advancing women's roles in security, governance and civic life. We support the Secretary-General's recommendation that greater attention should be devoted to women's empowerment and rights when establishing or renewing mission mandates. And we commend him for placing more women in leadership positions and increasing the number of gender advisers in the field. Their support to local civil society groups has been critical, and it is clear that the United Nations can have a significant impact when it partners with civil society.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“Research suggests that women who participate in peace talks often raise issues like human rights, citizen security, justice, employment and health care - issues that are key to long-term recovery and stability but which are often ignored. Civil society can be instrumental in increasing the participation of women in these processes. Just this month in Afghanistan, for example, over two hundred representatives from Afghan civil society, political parties, Government, provincial councils, the religious community and the High Peace Council gathered for the national conference for strengthening the role of women in the peace process. They discussed increased participation of women in reconciliation efforts, greater protection for Afghan women and the importance of compliance with resolution 1325 (2000) by the Afghan Government.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We must continue to increase out collective efforts to address the challenges women face in conflict and post-conflict situations, and civil society groups can play a crucial role in peace and security initiatives. The participation of women in peace and political processes is central to long-term peace and stability. We see that more than half of all peace agreements fail within five years. While the reasons for failure are complex and unique to each conflict, there is one common thread, historically: a lack of women's participation. Of the hundreds of peace agreements signed in the past 20 years, a sampling ofthose treaties shows that less than 8 per cent of negotiators were women.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“I thank Deputy Secretary-General Eliasson, Executive Director Bachelet and Under-Secretary-General Ladsous for their briefings and their commitment to the women, peace and security agenda. I thank Ms. Diop for her remarks today, and especially for carrying the message of the women of Goma and Bukavu. We agree with her; we must not let them down. As we mark the twelfth anniversary of resolution 1325 (2000), we can point to real progress. United Nations mediation, peacekeeping and peacebuilding increasingly tap the expertise and address the concerns of women. Peace processes include greater outreach to women. More countries are developing their own national action plans on women, peace and security, yet our work is very far from complete.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We will stand with you as you work with Serbia to resolve practical problems and overcome obstacles, and we will be there for you as you take the necessary steps towards the future you so richly deserve."”
2012-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6872 (2012) · source
“To achieve full EU integration, Kosovo must continue its efforts, with the support of the international community, to strengthen its multi-ethnic democracy and the rule of law. The United States continues to support both Serbia and Kosovo in their pursuit of integration into European institutions. To that end, we reiterate our call for further constructive dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina, under EU facilitation. As Secretary Clinton said during her October visit to Pristina with EU High Representative Ashton, "We will stand with you as you make key reforms to improve governance that brings you closer to full Euro-Atlantic integration.”
2012-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6872 (2012) · source
“Further, we continue to support the Special Investigative Task Force in its work to investigate and, if necessary, prosecute allegations of organ trafficking and other wrongdoing. We note the judgement of the Appeals Chamber of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) in the case of two Croatian generals. We fully support the ICTY and accept its rulings. Finally, the United States congratulates Kosovo on reaching the end of supervised independence on 10 September, pursuant to a decision of the International Steering Group that the Government of Kosovo had substantially met all of its obligations under the comprehensive settlement plan. We thank the International Civilian Representative and his Office for working diligently with the Kosovo Government to reach this milestone.”
2012-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6872 (2012) · source
“We are deeply troubled by the 7 September attack on a EULEX armoured vehicle and the reports of attacks on staff of the newly-established Mitrovica North administrative office, including the attempted firebombing of the house of its deputy director on 19 November. Those efforts aim to intimidate the staff, many of whom are ethnic Serbs working to better their communities. We commend the Kosovo police force's increased efforts to protect cultural and religious heritage, as well as its action against organized crime and trafficking rings. We also encourage Kosovo and Serbia to redouble their efforts to cooperate with the International Committee of the Red Cross and local organizations to locate the remains of over 1,700 persons who are still missing.”
2012-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6872 (2012) · source
“Just last week, tensions rose in northern Kosovo when Serb parallel officials, supported by Belgrade, sought to halt the reconstruction of homes for displaced ethnic Albanians and to protest implementation of the integrated border management agreement. With regard to the former, I note that employees of the UNMIK office in North Mitrovica reportedly also tried to impede construction efforts. We call on all officials of Kosovo and Serbia, as well as UNMIK, to work to calm tensions and avoid inflammatory language and actions. We encourage close coordination between EULEX and KFOR to deter and respond to such actions aimed at undermining the rule of law and preventing legal construction and returns to the north.”
2012-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6872 (2012) · source
“EBRD membership will support economic development and cooperation, growth and social stability, to the benefit of the people of Kosovo and throughout the Balkan region. We hope that these developments will continue as we approach the new year, and call for increased cooperation to address the many issues that remain. We also welcome steps being taken by both sides towards implementing the agreement on integrated border management and we look forward to the establishment of the first four interim facilities by the end of this year. Secondly, the United States remains concerned about attacks on international personnel, restrictions on freedom of movement, particularly that of EULEX and the high level of tensions between ethnic communities.”
2012-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6872 (2012) · source
“The 19 October and 7 November meetings of Prime Ministers Thaci and Daeic' with EU High Representative Ashton demonstrate a willingness to engage constructively. We also affirm that it is only through dialogue that both countries can realize their common goal of a European future and improve their citizens' lives. We are pleased that the Serbian Government has stated that it will honour the dialogue agreement on regional cooperation - a step that can only benefit both countries in the region as a whole. We extend our congratulations as well to Kosovo on its most recent recognitions from Fiji, Timor-Leste, Burundi and Papua New Guinea and for deepening its regional economic integration through its impending membership in the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).”
2012-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6872 (2012) · source
“I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Farid Zarif, for his briefing. I would like to welcome both Minister for Foreign Affairs Hoxhaj and Minister for Foreign Affairs Mrkic' to the Council, and thank them for sharing their perspectives with us. I would also like to express again my appreciation to our long- standing partners in Kosovo, the European Union (EU), the European Union Rule of Law Mission (EULEX), the Kosovo Force (KFOR)/NATO, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and other organizations that support the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). I would like to make three main points. First, the United States commends Kosovo and Serbia for their efforts to move towards normalizing their relations and to continue on a path towards full Euro- Atlantic integration.”
2012-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6872 (2012) · source
“We remain committed to supporting the Bosnian people in their goal of Euro-Atlantic integration, and are prepared to work with leaders who are committed to delivering those results.”
2012-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6860 (2012) · source
“The United States will continue to support the maintenance of the Office of the High Representative until the five objectives and two conditions (5+2) established by the Peace Implementation Council's Steering Board have been fulfilled. We commend the High Representative's decision to close the Brcko Final Award Office and the suspension of supervision of the Brcko District on 31 August, moving Bosnia and Herzegovina closer to completing one of the 5-1-2 objectives. We wish every success to Brcko residents as their democratically elected leaders assume full responsibility for governing the district. In the 17 years since the signing of the Dayton Peace Agreement, the United States, NATO and our EU allies have worked diligently to help maintain peace and security in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2012-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6860 (2012) · source
“Attacks by politicians from both entities on the independence of the State judiciary, calls for the dissolution of the armed forces, efforts to dissolve the State electricity transition company - institutions that were created in order to meet EU and NATO integration requirements - raise serious questions about the sincerity of the stated desires of those individuals to realize the aspirations of the Bosnian people to become members of those two intergovernmental organizations. In that regard, let me reaffirm the unwavering support of the United States for the High Representative's authorities to ensure full implementation of the Dayton Peace Accords, including the use of the Bonn powers, if needed.”
2012-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6860 (2012) · source
“As Secretary Clinton said during her recent visit to Sarajevo, "It is totally unacceptable that, 17 years after the war ended, some still question Bosnia and Herzegovina's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Such talk is a distraction from the problems facing the country and serves only to undermine the goal of European integration. The Dayton Accords must be respected and preserved, period." The United States remains committed to supporting the reforms made over the past 17 years that have enabled progress towards EU and NATO integration.”
2012-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6860 (2012) · source
“Furthermore, the United States stands ready to support the activation of Bosnia and Herzegovina's membership action plan at NATO, as soon as the Government registers State ownership of the defence properties required by the Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces. Secretary of State Clinton and EU High Representative Catherine Ashton delivered that message when they visited Sarajevo together in October and urged Bosnian leaders to put aside their differences in order to complete the reforms necessary for Euro- Atlantic integration. Thirdly, the United States remains steadfastly committed to Bosnia and Herzegovina's sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
2012-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6860 (2012) · source
“The decision by some parties to restructure the State Government coalition after barely five months in office, following 16 months of stalemate, has distracted the Government from acting on the pressing reform agenda that those parties profess to support. We hope that the new coalition will complete Government restructuring as soon as possible and resume work on the conditions that the EU has established for Bosnia and Herzegovina to be able to submit a credible membership application, one that will comply with the verdict of the European Court of Human Rights in the Seja'ie-Finci case and establish a coordination mechanism for engaging in accession negotiations with the EU.”
2012-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6860 (2012) · source
“We are disappointed that the residents of Mostar were unable to vote on election day because political leaders failed to implement a constitutional court ruling on changing the electoral system. But we welcome and strongly support the efforts of the High Representative to facilitate negotiations among the parties to resolve that issue. We hope that the people of Mostar will be able to exercise their right to elect their leaders soon. Secondly, the United States is disappointed at the lack of progress since the last report of the High Representative (see S/2012/307). The promising developments on the European Union (EU) and NATO agenda that took place earlier in the year have stalled.”
2012-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6860 (2012) · source
“I would like to welcome High Representative Inzko back to the Security Council and to thank him for his comprehensive briefing and his service to the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the interests of preserving peace and promoting stability in the region. I have three main points to make in reaction to the High Representative's report (see S/2012/813) and briefing today. First, the United States would like to congratulate the Bosnian people on their active participation in the local elections that took place on 7 October. It is important that so many citizens turned out to select their local leaders. Free and fair elections, including voting rights for internally displaced persons and returnees, are crucial to Bosnia's future membership in the European Union and NATO.”
2012-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6860 (2012) · source
“The new Government must work to combat impunity for perpetrators of serious crimes regardless, of their affiliation or the nature of their crimes; to ensure a comprehensive programme of transitional justice consistent with Libya's international human rights obligations; and to commit to measures aimed at assisting victims. The United States stands ready to assist Libya as it works to reform its justice sector, strengthen the rule of law and advance human rights and international law. We look forward to working with the international community to ensure adequate support to Libya as it undertakes these critical tasks.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“We also remain deeply concerned by allegations of rape and sexual violence documented by the United Nations commission of inquiry and look forward to further reports by the Office of the Prosecutor about its efforts in this regard. Regardless of the outcome of the admissibility proceedings before the ICC, Libya will need to bolster domestic accountability structures and processes to create a robust and fair system of justice at home. After 40 years of dictatorship, no one has a better appreciation for the importance of due process and the rule of law in Libya than Libyans themselves.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“For example, the Council should continue to monitor the developments and situations it refers to the Court and the challenges that may be faced by ICC personnel in conducting their work. States should look for appropriate ways to ensure that Court staff are able to undertake their work safely and effectively. Furthermore, we note the Prosecutor's statement that many requests for assistance to a variety of parties have yet to be fully executed. In resolution 1970 (2011), the Council decided that Libyan authorities shall cooperate fully with and provide the necessary assistance to the Court and Prosecutor, and also urged all other States and concerned organizations to cooperate fully. The United States has endeavoured to respond positively to informal requests for assistance in the Libya situation, consistent with our law and policy.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“In this context, we continue to urge Libya to adhere to its international obligations, including under resolution 1970 (2011), and to continue its cooperation with the ICC. The cases involving Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi and Abdullah Al-Senussi will unfold against the backdrop of Libya's transition to democracy. This is an important moment for both Libya and the ICC as they work together within their respective roles towards fostering and ensuring accountability during this historic transition. We recall our comments last month at the Council debate on peace andjustice and the role ofthe ICC (see S/PV.6849) that the Council's referral of situations to the ICC and subsequent developments highlight why we should consider ways to improve cooperation and communication between the Security Council and the Court.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“The United States congratulates the Government and people of Libya on the positive steps they have taken to put in place a democratically elected leadership, including the recent formation of a new Cabinet. This is the first time an elected body in Libya has formed a Government, and we continue to support the Libyan people as they work diligently to build a country that is representative of all its citizens and fully respects the rule of law. We look forward to working closely with the new Government, including Minister of Justice Margani. As Libyans chart the country's future, justice and accountability issues will remain central to the success of Libya's transition and essential to securing lasting peace.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“Allow me first to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month, and to assure you of my delegation's full cooperation. I would also like to express sincere appreciation to Ambassador Rosenthal and the delegation of Guatemala for their excellent leadership of the Council last month. I would also like to thank Ms. Bensouda for her briefing and to welcome her today as she provides her first report to the Council as Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC). The United States looks forward to continuing our active engagement with the Office ofthe Prosecutor and the ICC, consistent with our law and policy, in order to advance accountability for the most serious crimes of international concern.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“The looting of returnee houses, the stoning of vehicles and acts of physical violence are unacceptable and block reintegration. We commend the Kosovo Government for its commitment to supporting returning populations through its municipal offices for communities and returns. As is true elsewhere in the region, more needs to be done to create conditions for voluntary returns. The United States remains committed to advancing peace, stability and prosperity in the entire Balkan region. We look forward to continued cooperation with both Serbia and Kosovo towards realizing their aspirations for European and Euro-Atlantic integration.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“Fourthly, with regard to the allegations raised in the Marty report on alleged organ trafficking, the United States takes seriously all allegations of serious crimes committed in the region. We underline our full support for EULEX's work in that regard. We also commend the significant progress made by the EULEX Special Investigative Task Force. We again underscore our staunch support for Ambassador Williamson, the Task Force and the countries cooperating with the Task Force in its crucial work on all of the cases currently under investigation, especially those related to allegations of organ trafficking in connection with the 1999 conflict. Finally, we are concerned about the violence that returnees continue to experience. Managing the returnee process is difficult.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“We condemn all violence against Kosovo Serbs working in the office and using its services. We hope to see those acts covered in the Secretary-General's next report. I commend the Kosovo police and EULEX for their efforts to protect the local population, and we remain confident of their investigative capacity and professionalism. We note the collaboration between EULEX and the Kosovo police in investigating the recent double murder of a Kosovo Serb couple. We share the Special Representative's concern that, as in previous years, hard-liners used the Saint Vitus Day celebrations to incite inter-ethnic tension. We condemn attacks, both on the Kosovo police and on pilgrims.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“We look to Belgrade to set a positive tone, cooperate fully with KFOR and EULEX, and encourage Kosovo Serbs in the north to cooperate. KFOR's efforts in support of EULEX to close illegal border crossings and remove roadblocks are most definitely part of its mandate. The Council expects all parties to support those efforts. We commend the Government of Kosovo for opening the administrative office for northern Mitrovica. The international community should not impede the Kosovo Government's natural prerogative and capacity to provide services to its citizens in the north. We hope to see cooperation on the part of UNMIK with the Kosovo Government on that issue. A significant number of northern Kosovo Serbs have applied for, and were granted, positions at the new administrative office.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“The decision to end supervised independence in September is a vote of confidence in Kosovo's dedication and ability to build a multi-ethnic, democratic nations. Thirdly, the United States remains concerned over threats to security and the freedom of movement in northern Kosovo. The report (S/2012/603) of the Secretary-General touches on that. However, more focus should have been given in the report to the lack of cooperation and attacks and threats to international personnel from hardliners in the north. Blockades continue to be erected, troop movements continue to be restricted and officials of the European Union Rule of Law Mission (EULEX) and troops of the Kosovo Force (KFOR) continue to be threatened. The principal threats to peace in Kosovo come from the nexus of hard-line criminal elements in the north.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“The United States continues to support the EU's efforts to foster dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia, with the goal of normalizing relations between the two States in order to enable both countries to fulfil their European aspirations. As we have stated previously, the European Union is uniquely placed to lead that dialogue. Secondly, the United States congratulates Kosovo on the upcoming end of supervised independence. We join our colleagues in the International Steering Group in recognizing the enormous progress that Kosovo has achieved, including upholding its commitment to implement provisions embodied in Special Envoy Ahtisaari's proposal and enshrining them into law. The United States commends the International Civilian Office, which has worked with the Government of Kosovo to achieve those gains.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“Kosovo and Serbia worked effectively with each other and with the international community to promote the development of strong democratic institutions. It is unfortunate that two Serb municipalities in the north flagrantly ignored Kosovo and Serbian law by improvising a parallel voting process. We welcome Belgrade's rejection of those actions. Parallel structures have no legitimate role in Kosovo. They should have been dismantled long ago, in accordance with resolution 1244 (1999). Now that the new Serbian Government is in place in Belgrade, we hope to see the resumption of the European Union (EU)-facilitated dialogue. That includes implementing agreements previously reached, including on integrated border management. We welcome the commitments today of both Prime Ministers to pursue constructive engagement through that mechanism.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“Iwould like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary- General Farid Zarif for his briefing. I would also like to welcome to the Security Council today Prime Minister Ivica Dacie of Serbia and Prime Minister Hashim Thaci of Kosovo. I thank them both for their comments. I would like to make five points. First, the United States commends the Republic of Kosovo for several positive developments during the reporting period. We especially welcome the facilitation by the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) of peaceful Serbian parliamentary and presidential elections for dual nationals in Kosovo. The OSCE enabled dual nationals to exercise their right to vote without infringing upon Kosovo's sovereignty.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“We remain firm, clear and united in seeking a swift diplomatic resolution of the concerns about Iran's nuclear programme. The P5+1 are ready for serious negotiations. We hope that Iran will decide to take concrete steps to address the international community's concerns.”
2012-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6786 (2012) · source
“Preparations are now under way for a third round of talks, in Moscow, next week. In Baghdad, as part of our agreement in Istanbul, the P5+1 laid out clear proposals to begin to address the Iranian nuclear issue through initial confidence-building. That included proposals dealing with the previously undeclared enrichment facility at Fordow and all aspects of Iran's nearly 20 per cent enrichment. We also put ideas on the table regarding reciprocal steps we would be prepared to take. We have said repeatedly that the window for diplomacy is not open-ended. We have sought to impress upon Iran the urgency of the situation and have made clear that we will not engage in an endless process oftalks that do not produce concrete results.”
2012-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6786 (2012) · source
“Syria's refusal to implement its United Nations obligations should be a matter of central concern to the Council. We also note the troubling information regarding Iran's continued launches using ballistic missile technology, in violation of paragraph 9 of resolution 1929 (2010). Iran's continued missile activity, as well as its links to North Korea's prohibited ballistic missile-related activities, merits further scrutiny. The United States remains determined to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, and we remain committed to doing so through a comprehensive dual-track approach that includes both pressure and diplomatic engagement. Since the Council's last meeting, the permanent five plus one group (P5+1) and Iran have held two rounds of talks, first on 14 April in Istanbul and then in Baghdad on 23 and 24 May.”
2012-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6786 (2012) · source
“We also commend the Panel of Experts on the sanctions imposed on Iran for its excellent work and we welcome the Council's renewal last month of the Panel's annual mandate. The Panel recently produced a well-researched final report (S/2012/395). It has continued to adhere to high methodological standards and has carried out its mandate in a professional manner. We note with great concern the Panel's recent characterization of Syria as a central party to illicit Iranian arms transfers. That finding is all the more troubling in the light of the recent violence perpetrated against the Syrian people. Over the past two years, the Panel has assembled substantial evidence proving Syria's role as a repeat violator of United Nations sanctions on Iran.”
2012-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6786 (2012) · source
“Success will only be measured and defined by Iran's actual actions. It is not enough to merely sign a document. Iran must take the steps necessary to resolve the longstanding issues with its nuclear programme, without further delay. Those developments remind us of the continuing importance of the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006). We fully support the Committee's decision last month to impose targeted sanctions on two Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps individuals and one entity involved in arms smuggling. That action also sends the clear message that there are consequences for those who assist in the evasion of sanctions. We urge the Committee to make more such designations in the near future.”
2012-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6786 (2012) · source
“Iran continues to enrich uranium to nearly 20 per cent, a level that is close to weapons grade, in quantities that exceed its declared needs. Those technical developments alone are alarming. But international concern is compounded by Iran's repeated denial of IAEA requests for access to the locations, documents and personnel required to resolve outstanding issues related to the possible military dimensions of Iran's nuclear programme. We welcome ongoing discussions between Iran and the IAEA. But those discussions must produce results, unlike similar discussions in the past. We regret that, to date, Iran has not followed through on its reported agreement to comply with the IAEA's structured approach for resolving the Agency's concerns about the possible military dimensions to Iran's nuclear programme.”
2012-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6786 (2012) · source
“I also thank Ambassador Osorio for his briefing today. Over the past three months, we have had new reminders that Iran's illicit nuclear programme remains one of the gravest threats to international peace and security before the Council. Since we last met (see S/PV.6737), the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has reported, yet again, that Iran has continued to expand and accelerate its prohibited uranium enrichment activities and heavy water-related work, in contravention of the Council's multiple resolutions. Iran continues to install centrifuges at Natanz and the Fordow fuel enrichment plant, near Qom, two previously clandestine facilities. Iran continues to accumulate a stockpile of low-enriched uranium, enough for several nuclear weapons if further enriched to higher levels.”
2012-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6786 (2012) · source
“As Secretary Clinton stated in July 2010, on the fifteenth anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, "a prosperous, free and unified Bosnia and Herzegovina is the most worthy monument to those who lost their lives at Srebrenica, and the best guarantee against such a tragedy ever repeating itself".”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source
“The High Representative's latest report highlights continued nationalistic statements made by senior Republika Srpska officials acknowledging deliberate obstruction of Dayton institutions and referencing the dissolution of the State. Such statements do not help the country move forward and are unacceptable. Rather than attack the Dayton Peace Agreement and the constitutional basis of the State, we hope that all parties will continue to engage in political dialogue with a view to serving the needs of all Bosnian citizens. In that regard, it is imperative that Bosnians work together responsibly in advance of October's municipal elections, to contribute to reconciliation and strengthen Bosnian democratic institutions.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source
“The implementation of both State and defence property deals would complete two outstanding 5+2 objectives, bringing Bosnia and Herzegovina closer to meeting the Peace Implementation Council's criteria for closing the Office of the High Representative. Until the 5+2 criteria have been met, it is critical that that Office 12-33985 receive sufficient resources and political support to uphold its mandate under the Dayton Peace Agreement. Thirdly, the United States remains steadfastly committed to preserving Bosnia and Herzegovina's sovereignty and territorial integrity. We remain deeply concerned by ongoing rhetoric challenging Bosnian sovereignty and attempting to roll back past reforms.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source
“The United States strongly supports the European Union's increasing engagement under EU Special Representative Peter Sorensen. The Office of the High Representative and the EU complement one another's important roles in helping the Bosnian people find a path forward. We welcome their excellent cooperation on the ground. Secondly, we share the High Representative's positive views on the 9 March political agreement on principles to be used to resolve the issues of defence and State property. We urge Bosnia and Herzegovina to implement as soon as possible the defence property portion of the agreement, through registration of defence properties, in order to meet NATO's condition for participation in the membership action plan.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source