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lines on the record: 95
first: 2017-11-08
most recent: 2019-12-18
sittings or episodes: 14
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“The United Kingdom once again renews its call to all State parties to cooperate with the ICC. We encourage the transitional Government in the Sudan to engage constructively with the Office of the Prosecutor with the intention of making progress with regard to this case. We stand ready to support the civilian administration as it seeks to build the rule of law throughout the Sudan and ensure that those responsible for the horrific crimes committed in the Sudan are held to account and that those horrors to not recur. Finally, we again thank the Prosecutor and her team for their continued commitment to making progress in their investigations, despite long-standing access restrictions and a lack of cooperation. We urge them to continue with that important work and to strive to achieve justice for the victims of the conflict in Darfur.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“The United Kingdom welcomes the signing of declarations in Juba and the resumption of talks on 10 December. We continue to urge all groups to engage productively and without any preconditions in those discussions. Sustainable peace underpinned by justice and accountability must be found for the victims of this conflict and for the people of the Sudan. The security situation and the safety of the civilians of Darfur must be a priority as we consider a transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding in the region. We appreciate that, during the momentous changes in the Sudan, there have been limited opportunities for the Prosecutor and her team to achieve their desired progress on this case. We welcome the Prosecutor's briefing and note that she has been able to strengthen her case.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“Past crimes cannot be forgotten, and we must ensure that accountability is delivered. That includes the crimes committed during the conflict in Darfur, which according to United Nations estimates left more than 300,000 people dead and 2.5 million displaced. Those victims deserve to see justice served, as well as the achievement of a long-term solution to the root causes of the conflict. Almost 2 million people remain internally displaced in Darfur, and the United Kingdom is concerned about the reports of further violence and displacement in northern Jebel Marra and of returning internally displaced persons being met with violence. The transitional Government has stated that securing long-lasting peace in the Sudan is a priority and has demonstrated positive steps by engaging with armed groups and entering into peace talks.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“The appointments of a civilian Prime Minister and a Cabinet of technocrat ministers are welcome steps, as are the pledges to protect human rights and the rule of law. There are still significant challenges for the transitional Government to address, however. We welcome the commitment to building a credible Sudanese judicial system and the pledge to seek accountability for past crimes, including by establishing an independent commission of inquiry into the brutal attacks on protesters earlier this year. The United Kingdom will support the Prime Minister of the Sudan and the transitional Government in those efforts and in building a new Sudan, as called for by the Sudanese people. The Sudanese people have suffered as a result of their country's long history of internal conflict.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“I too would like to thank the Prosecutor for her thirtieth report on the situation in Darfur pursuant to resolution 1593 (2005) and her briefing to the Council today. I want to take this opportunity to thank the Prosecutor and her team for their dedication in pursuing the investigations and continuing to seekjustice for victims in Darfur. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has an important role to play in seeking justice and holding perpetrators of the most heinous crimes to account, and the United Kingdom strongly supports its efforts. Since the Prosecutor's last briefing (see S/PV.8554), we have seen positive developments in the Sudan with the agreement on a transitional period that sets out a pathway for leading the Sudan into a democratic future.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“When leaders signed the joint declaration of war crimes at the 2018 London Western Balkans Summit, they agreed to underline the importance of supporting, and removing impediments to, effective regional cooperation and to reject the use of hate speech and the glorification of war crimes. The United Kingdom calls on them to ensure that they are taking every step possible to honour their commitments, including improved cooperation with the Mechanism. In the week marking the International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of This Crime, it seems particularly appropriate for us all to seek to work together to try to ensure that the Mechanism makes progress in its very important work.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“Acting to apprehend fugitives must be treated as a priority by States if the painstaking work undertaken by the Prosecutor's Office is going to lead to concrete results. We also at this stage express our serious concern at the denial of the Rwandan genocide, as mentioned by the Prosecutor. Turning to The Hague, we note the progress made in the Mladic', and Stanisic' and Simatovie cases, and are pleased that these are due to conclude by the end of next year. However, despite some progress between certain countries of the Western Balkans, we are disappointed at the fact that regional judicial cooperation, denial of war crimes and glorification of war criminals remain significant challenges to accountability and ending impunity in the region.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“It is vital that witnesses be protected and the integrity of the proceedings conducted by the Mechanism maintained. We therefore welcome these important steps to hold accountable those who interfere with witnesses. We note the decision yesterday, mentioned by the President, that the Ngirabatware contempt case would be joined with the Turinabo et al. case, and are pleased that this will not result in a significant delay to these cases. I would also like to remind Member States of the importance of cooperating with the Office of the Prosecutor to find the eight remaining Rwandan fugitives still at large so that they can be transferred to the Mechanism without further delay. We agree with the Prosecutor that this is vital to international peace and security.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“The Mechanism will need the ongoing support of Member States to ensure that its mandated functions are completed. I am pleased to note that the process for appointing a successor to Judge Ben Emmerson, for whose contribution the United Kingdom is grateful, is well under way, and we hope that it will be concluded soon, bolstering the judicial roster of the Mechanism. At this point, may I also take this opportunity to thank Peru for its effective chairing of the Informal Working Group on International Tribunals. We congratulate the Mechanism on the successful conclusion of its first review hearing and welcome the outcome of the Ngirabatware case. We also welcome the subsequent indictments against Ngirabatware and the five accused in the Turinabo et al. case.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“The year 2020 will be a significant one for the Mechanism, with the ambitious plans to complete the Stanisie and Simatovic' retrial and the Mladic' appeal at The Hague branch, and the Ngirabatware and Turinabo at al. cases in Arusha. This will be in addition to the other mandated functions. We commend the ongoing work to find efficiencies and to harmonize and apply the most effective practices and approaches across the branches, including the unified judicial database, making it a truly unified institution. The United Kingdom will continue to support the Mechanism for the remainder of its mandate. However, there is much to do, since, as well as ongoing cases, among other things witnesses need protection, missing persons need to be found and domestic prosecutions need assistance.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“I would like to thank the President of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, Judge Carmel Agius, and the Prosecutor, Mr. Serge Brammertz, for their briefings to the Security Council today. It has now been two years since the Residual Mechanism assumed full responsibility for the residual functions of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) alongside those of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR). During that time the Mechanism has continued to make commendable progress in carrying out its mandate. However, there is still more to do to guarantee the legacy of the ICTY and the ICTR.”
2019-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8681 (2019) · source
“The anniversaries of these two devastating atrocities should lead us to reflect on the great contribution of the ICTY and the ICTR, and now the Mechanism, to ensuring that the perpetrators and instigators are held to account. While completing these trials will not bring back the thousands who were killed or erase the grief oftheir families, it sends a clear message that there will be no impunity for those who commit such crimes. Twenty five years on, however, genocide denial for both atrocities continues. This is unconscionable and reprehensible. It is a direct threat to the maintenance of stability in both regions. We therefore hope that Council members and Member States will join the United Kingdom in supporting the Mechanism's measures to fight genocide ideology and its zero-tolerance approach to genocide denial in all its forms.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“The joint declaration on war crimes, signed at prime ministerial level at the London Western Balkans Summit last year, underlined the importance of supporting and removing impediments to effective regional cooperation, while strengthening cooperation with and seeking the assistance of the Residual Mechanism. We urge the countries concerned to work closely with each other and the Mechanism, in particular the Office of the Prosecutor, to ensure accountability through effective cooperation. The United Kingdom is proud to support that objective with projects in the region. Lastly, but perhaps most importantly, April marked the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Rwandan genocide and next year will see the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“The increase in Karadzie's sentence for crimes that include genocide, from 40 years to life in prison, sends a powerful message that those who carry out such atrocities will be held accountable for their actions and sentenced accordingly. We also note the progress made in the Mladic and Stanisic and Simatovic' cases, and are pleased that these are due to conclude by the end of next year. While some progress has been made, the limited regional judicial cooperation between the countries of the former Yugoslavia still thwarts access to justice for many victims. The Mechanism can completely fulfil its mandate and deliver justice to victims only through the collective efforts of those countries.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“The United Kingdom remains committed to supporting the Mechanism for the remainder ofits mandate and calls on others to continue to provide the support the Mechanism needs, whether financially, logistically or politically. We are following the developments in the Arusha branch with interest, including the ongoing contempt case of Turinabo et al., as well as awaiting the outcome in the Ngirabatware review. We note that a number of Rwandan fugitives are still at large, and we call on all States to cooperate with the Prosecutor in his bid to have those fugitives transferred to the Mechanism. We also hope that States will assist with a solution to the problem of relocating the nine released and acquitted persons in Arusha. Turning to The Hague, we welcome the outcome of the Karadzie appeal earlier this year.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“Nevertheless, the Mechanism has been determined to continue to fulfil its mandate effectively and efficiently, and we are pleased that it continues to take the necessary steps to make this possible. We would recall the introduction of the Mechanism's expenditure reduction plan and downsizing policy, both of which the Registry is continuing to develop and implement so as to ensure that the Mechanism remains on track to deliver its mandate in a fiscally responsible way in the face of budgetary constraints. However, we do need to remind ourselves of the breadth of the functions the Mechanism properly carries out. Along with its judicial functions, the importance of its other functions must also be recognized, and we therefore must to be mindful of the need to balance cost-savings with effectiveness.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“It has delivered continuity in a wide range of functions, including the trials of the most senior fugitives from justice, the enforcement of sentences of those convicted - in this respect, the United Kingdom was pleased to voluntarily assist the Mechanism by enforcing one of these sentences - the protection of victims and the preservation of archives. In doing so, it has guaranteed the legacy of the ICTY and the ICTR. Yet, the Mechanism continues to operate under its revised and significantly reduced budget for the 2018- 2019 biennium. As has been highlighted previously, that has led to reduced staffnumbers and resources, and utility and service cuts.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“Support for international criminal justice and international humanitarian law is a fundamental element of the United Kingdom's foreign policy. We believe that justice and accountability for the most serious crimes of international concern are crucial to building lasting peace and security and to ensuring protection of human rights for all. In January 2018, the Residual Mechanism assumed fully its responsibilities for the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY), alongside it responsibilities for the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR). Since then, the Mechanism has continued to achieve commendable progress in carrying out its mandate.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“I would like to thank the President of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, Judge Carmel Agius, and the Prosecutor, Mr. Serge Brammertz, for their briefings to the Council today. At the outset, as this is the first meeting of the Council which Judge Agius has attended as President of the Mechanism, I would like to congratulate him formally, on behalf of the United Kingdom, on his appointment. We commend the priorities he has identified for his presidency and welcome the opportunity to work constructively with him, just as we did with his predecessor, Judge Theodor Meron, whose significant contribution as President we recognize. Today, as has been noted, we mark the Day of International Criminal Justice.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8576 (2019) · source
“We thank the growing number of Member States that have also pledged support to the Team, and we encourage other countries to consider providing financial and in-kind support to ensure that the Team can continue with and accelerate its valuable work. In conclusion, I would like to reiterate the United Kingdom's full support for the efforts of the Special Adviser and his team. We look forward to the unanimous renewal of the Team's mandate in September.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“Since its inception, when Nadia Murad addressed the Council (see S/PV.8052), survivors and victims have been at the heart of the Team's efforts. We commend the Team's approach in emphasizing that there is no hierarchy of victims and the recognition that all Iraqis suffered at the hands of Da'esh. Its work will be important in supporting the Government of Iraq in its efforts to achieve national reconciliation. The United Kingdom is proud to support the important work of the Investigative Team, and I am pleased to announce today an additional Â£1 million in funding to the Investigative Team, taking the total contribution of the United Kingdom so far to Â£2 million.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“In that regard, we urge the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq, UNITAD and the United Nations Iraq team of experts to work together to coordinate their efforts and share best-practice and technical expertise. In November, the United Kingdom will host a conference on preventing sexual violence, entitled "Time forjustice: putting survivors first". We hope that all Council members will send senior representatives of their Governments to signify their commitment to preventing sexual Violence in conflict and ensuring accountability for the perpetrators of those crimes and support for survivors, their children and relatives. When resolution 2379 (2017) was adopted unanimously in September 2017, it demonstrated the Council's full support for efforts to bring Da'esh to justice.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“The enormity of the task ahead for UNITAD in gathering further evidence is also clear. The collection of forensic, physical and biological material from mass grave sites in Iraq is an essential first step to providing closure for the families of the Victims. We urge the Team to continue to focus on that important task and to share further details on its investigative strategy as it develops, as well as any challenges that it may face. The United Kingdom also acknowledges the volume of work that the Team has undertaken so far in gathering witness testimonies. We urge all United Nations bodies in Iraq to work collaboratively so as to ensure that they avoid duplication of effort and mitigate the risks around the potential retraumatizing of Victims.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“Over the past six months, it has established a new official headquarters, developed an investigative strategy and conducted excavations in Sinjar, as well as making important progress towards putting in place the necessary systems to ensure that evidence is safely stored. We welcome that progress and hope that the digital storage system will be fully up and running by the time of our next briefing. We also look forward to the planned excavation in Mosul and to the remaining field units becoming operational soon. The Council's recent visit was also an important reminder to us all of the scale of the path ahead for the Government of Iraq in transitioning into a post-conflict environment. Reconciliation, reconstruction and accountability for all survivors of Da'esh violence are essential.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“Over the next reporting period, we encourage the Team to redouble and prioritize its engagement with the Government of Iraq in order to ensure the greatest possible use of evidence collected in Iraqi domestic proceedings, including allowing for the prosecution of war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide under domestic law. That would constitute a remarkable step forward in promoting accountability for survivors and the families of Victims of Da'esh. Maintaining and strengthening that close engagement with the Government of Iraq, the international community, non-governmental organizations and the people of Iraq will be essential over the coming months. Less than 12 months after UNITAD received its first budget, the Team has made remarkable progress.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“We welcome the strong and positive engagement of the Team with the Government of Iraq, both in Baghdad and here in New York. We are grateful to the Government of Iraq for its continued commitment to and support for UNITAD's work. That message of commitment was conveyed strongly to the Council during its recent visit to Baghdad by the highest levels of the Government of Iraq. We also welcome the continued collaboration between the Government of Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government with the Team to agree modalities for cooperation.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“I would like to start by thanking Special Adviser Karim Khan for his informative updates on the recent progress made by the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/ Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD). I would also like to take this opportunity to acknowledge and welcome the recent appointment of his Iraqi deputy, Ms. Al-Khafaji. The United Kingdom is grateful to them and to their Team for the excellent work that they have undertaken so far. The United Kingdom emphasizes the importance of recruiting further Iraqi members of the Team as soon as possible. That recruitment, alongside training and development opportunities, will provide an important legacy for Iraq in building capacities and sharing expertise.”
2019-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8573 (2019) · source
“The United Kingdom has been clear on the need to do more to break the business model of people smugglers and to tackle organized immigration crime. The United Kingdom continues to be a strong, principled supporter of the work of the ICC. We will continue to provide our full support to the Prosecutor and her team while they carry out their investigations. In the light of the devastating security situation, it is as important as ever that the Council monitor and assess developments in Libya and that States support the Prosecutor in her efforts. The international community must be united in its condemnation of the situation in Libya and provide its full support to combat the challenges faced there, including through calls for a ceasefire and a return to the United Nations-led political process.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“We will continue to work closely with other Member States, the Office of the Prosecutor and the Libyan Prosecutor General's Office in the investigation of reports of appalling crimes and human rights violations and abuses, such as torture, unlawful killings, sexual violence and forced labour, some of which have been perpetrated by militias and armed groups in Libya against migrants, including international migrants transiting through Libya. We are also appalled by the conditions and abuses that some migrants face in detention facilities and call on the Libyan authorities to pursue alternatives to detention. The human rights of displaced persons, migrants and refugees must be respected. We acknowledge the work of the ICC in tackling human trafficking.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“We once again call on all parties to cooperate with the ICC, including through the execution of outstanding arrest warrants. The United Kingdom is grateful for the Prosecutor's reports on the cases against Mr. Al-Werfalli, Mr. Khaled, Mr. Al-Qadhafi and Mr. Al-Senussi and notes in particular the Prosecutor's update on the Court's activities in relation to Mr. Al-Qadhafi. The United Kingdom believes that it is important for the people of Libya that the Court continue its efforts to see those and other individuals in relation to whom it is working brought to justice. We note in particular that Mr. Al-Werfalli apparently still continues to be at large within Libya. The United Kingdom notes with deep concern the deteriorating situation of displaced persons, migrants and refugees in Libya.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“Separately, it is essential to negotiate humanitarian pauses to allow innocent civilians, including displaced persons, refugees and migrants, to be evacuated to safety. Despite the increasingly challenging environment, we must ensure that all those who commit serious breaches of international humanitarian law and human rights violations and abuses in Libya, including unlawful killings, are held accountable. The United Kingdom has previously supported calls for accountability and for those committing acts in Libya amounting to war crimes or other serious breaches of international humanitarian law to be investigated and, as appropriate, prosecuted. Reports of such violations cannot be met with impunity. The ICC has an important role to play.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“The Libyan people deserve better, and we must continue to support the United Nations efforts to bring about the security and stability that all Libyans should have. We call on those involved in the conflict to commit to a ceasefire, return to the United Nations-led process and respect their obligations under international humanitarian law. In that context, we would note with approval that the Prosecutor issued a preventative statement on 16 April calling on all parties and armed groups involved in the fighting to respect fully the rules of international humanitarian law and avoid committing any crimes within the Court's jurisdiction. We note her determination to pursue those who commit such crimes, while fully respecting the principle of complementarity.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“I would like to thank the Prosecutor for briefing the Council on her seventeenth report to the Security Council pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011), on the situation in Libya. The United Kingdom remains fully supportive of the work of the International Criminal Court (ICC) to tackle impunity in Libya and ensure that those responsible for the most serious crimes of international concern are held accountable. The Prosecutor's latest report highlights once again the highly troubling situation in Libya. It is particularly concerning that the security and humanitarian situations continue to deteriorate, with numerous incidents of civilians being killed. The increasing instability and violence benefit no one.”
2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source
“The United Kingdom again thanks the Prosecutor for her report, and her Office for its persistent pursuit of justice for victims in Darfur. We would like to take this opportunity to reaffirm the United Kingdom's commitment to supporting the Court, both as a State party to the Rome Statute and as a member of the Council.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“We urge any State that feels unable to cooperate with the Court for any reason to consult the Court's authorities. We also support France's proposal that States that according to the Court have not complied with their obligations to cooperate with it be invited to address the Security Council. Finally, we acknowledge the Prosecutor's dedication to her continuing investigations, and welcome the news that significant progress has been achieved by the Darfur investigation team within the reporting period. We recognize the importance for the victims and their families, some of whom I understand are with us today, of hearing regularly from the Prosecutor on progress in the investigation, and it is important for the Council to hear from her too.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“We note the Government of the Sudan's continuing complete disregard for its obligations under resolution 1593 (2005) to cooperate with the Court and to fulfil its international obligations. We yet again urge the Government of the Sudan to cooperate fully with the Court and the Office of the Prosecutor and to provide them with assistance. The United Kingdom continues to be frustrated about the fact that fugitives of the Court, including President Al-Bashir, are still travelling overseas unhindered, including to the territory of States parties to the Rome Statute. We will continue to raise our concerns with the relevant Governments and to renew our call on all States to cooperate with the ICC in relation to the Darfur situation, as required by the Security Council, and on States parties to abide by their obligations under the Rome Statute.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“We therefore urge all parties to build on the current momentum by swiftly agreeing to a permanent ceasefire and engaging meaningfully in negotiations to reach an inclusive political settlement that addresses the root causes of the conflict. The United Kingdom was pleased to co-host the Arria Formula meeting in July that resulted in productive discussions on the relationship between the Court and the Council. We encourage further discussion on ideas generated from that meeting to improve the relationship, including addressing non-compliance by States parties. We call on all States parties to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) and abide by their Rome Statute obligations.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“The United Kingdom urges the Government of the Sudan to abide by its unilateral cessation of hostilities and to facilitate unfettered access throughout Darfur to UNAMID and humanitarian actors. We also urge the Sudan Liberation Army-Abdul Wahid to extend its unilateral cessation of hostilities, which is due to expire on 18 December, and to engage immediately with the peace process. The United Kingdom welcomes the recent signing in Berlin of a pre-negotiation agreement for the resumption of the peace process in Darfur and the African Union High-level Implementation Panel meeting in Addis Abba. The people of Darfur have already waited too long for sustainable peace, justice and accountability.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“We continue to support the Government of the Sudan's stated aim of opening an office for the High Commissioner for Human Rights before next October. More broadly, we encourage the Government of the Sudan to engage constructively with the Secretary- General's recommended benchmarks in order to ensure that the transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding in Darfur is a success. While the situation in wider Darfur shows signs of improvement, the situation in Jebel Marra remains of serious concern. The ongoing targeting and displacement of civilian populations is particularly worrying, with as many as 2 million internally displaced persons currently in Darfur.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“I would first like to thank the Prosecutor for her twenty-eighth report on the situation in Darfur and for her briefing today. I would also like to commend the hard work that she and her staff have done in relation to this investigation and their commitment to making progress and getting justice for the victims. The United Kingdom welcomes the reports that the level of violence against civilians in Darfur has fallen over the past six months. As the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) draws down, we encourage the Government of the Sudan to focus its efforts and resources on building the capacity of the Sudanese police force and judiciary to prevent, respond to and investigate human rights abuses and violations.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“We are immensely grateful to him for his efforts, his persistence and the leadership he has shown, and in particular the very positive impact that this has had on the functioning of the Residual Mechanism. We Wish Judge Meron the very best for the rest of his time at the Residual Mechanism and with his future pursuits, which I have no doubt will be numerous. We would also like to congratulate Judge Agius on his appointment as President and look forward to working with him on carrying out the Mechanism's mandate.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“We note the elections later this month to fill two judicial posts. Ensuring that the Mechanism operates with a full roster is necessary for it to complete its mandate and we fully support the Mechanism in filling these two vacancies. We do, however, regret the lack of women candidates. Lastly, but certainly not least, through you, Mr. President, and on behalf of the United Kingdom, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Judge Meron for his invaluable work over the past two decades. The whole international community should recognize the meaningful and long-lasting contribution he has made to international law and justice, particularly through his judicial rules.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“While attention tends to focus on conviction and acquittals, we would like to recognize the development of best practices by the President and the Registry, including the revised Rules Governing the Detention of Persons Awaiting Trial or Appeal Before the Mechanism or Otherwise Detained on the Authority of the Mechanism and the directions on the procedure for the determination of applications for pardon, commutation of sentence and early release of persons convicted by the ICTY, the ICTR and the Mechanism. We are aware that the Registry is also reviewing various draft policy instruments related to professional conduct for defence counsel and on the support and protection of victims and witnesses. These policies are essential to the Mechanism's transparency and clarity and to the legacy it provides to current and future tribunals.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“We remind the countries of the region of the joint declaration on war crimes signed at the prime ministerial level at the London Western Balkans Summit this year, which underlined the importance of recognizing and respecting verdicts from international and domestic courts related to war crimes and other atrocity crimes, as well as rejecting the use of hate speech, the glorification of war criminals and the provocative use of symbols. We therefore urge countries to work closely with the Mechanism, in particular with the Office of the Prosecutor, to ensure accountability through effective cooperation. We believe that this will help to reduce the instance ofthe denial of crimes, including genocide and the glorification of war criminals.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“We have heard from the President and Prosecutor this morning with regard to the completion of these important cases and are pleased that there will not be any significant delay to them caused by recent motions. While cases have been progressing, we however remain deeply concerned about genocide denial in Rwanda and the denial of crimes and the glorification of war criminals in the Balkans. In addition, the lack of regional judicial cooperation among the countries of the former Yugoslavia is concerning. The Mechanism can successfully complete its mandate and deliver justice to Victims only through collective efforts of the international community.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“We also commend the Mechanism for its efficiency in dealing with cases often involving complex and challenging issues and its practice of remote judging, which so far has worked without any prejudice to the defendants. We note that cases have proceeded expeditiously, and these include the recent Turinabo et a]. contempt case. This was the first hearing for the Mechanism's branch in Arusha, and it shows that, when seized of important matters, such as contempt or false allegations, the Mechanism will act swiftly. We look forward to developments in this case, as well as the related Ngirabatware sentence review. We also welcome progress in the Stanisie and Simatovie retrial and note the recent judicial appointments in the Karadzic and Mladic' appeals.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“It has done this by reducing non-post resources and general operating costs, revising delivery arrangements for important services and limiting premises enhancements to essential needs. These measures have undoubtedly enabled the Mechanism to manage budgetary constraints. However, looking ahead, we need to be mindful of how to balance cost-savings against effectiveness, in particular if the Mechanism is to continue to fulfil its mandate. The United Kingdom will continue to support the Mechanism for the remainder of its mandate. We also request that Council members and Member States continue to provide the Mechanism with the support it needs, whether financially, logistically or politically.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“That has led to reduced staff and resources. However, the Mechanism has been determined to continue to fulfil its mandate effectively and efficiently, and we are pleased that it has taken the steps necessary to make that possible. All three principals have demonstrated their drive and determination to ensure that the Mechanism remains on track to deliver its mandate. Through various initiatives, the Mechanism has adapted to deal with several setbacks and has subsequently achieved a great deal with a relatively small number of staff. Among the initiatives implemented by the Mechanism, we take note of its expenditure reduction plan. As developed by the Registry, the plan has enabled the Mechanism to continue to fulfil the core elements of its mandate - particularly judicial functions - as fully as possible.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“I would like to thank Judge Theodor Meron, President of the International Residual Mechanism of the Criminal Tribunals, and its Prosecutor, Mr. Serge Brammertz, for today's reports and briefings. I would like to start by commending the Mechanism on its work and progress over the past year. It was only 12 months ago that the Mechanism fully assumed its responsibilities for both the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR). During that time, its mandate has remained the same - to carry out the residual functions of the ICTY and the ICTR, thereby ensuring their legacy. Yet within that period, the Mechanism has been faced with significant challenges following the General Assembly's approval of a significantly reduced for the 2018-2019 biennium.”
2018-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8416 (2018) · source
“We acknowledge the importance of the Office of the Prosecutor integrating a gender perspective into its work, based on the policy paper on sexual and gender- based crimes. The United Kingdom is a strong, principled supporter of the ICC. We will continue to provide our full support to the prosecutor and her team. It is crucial that Member States and relevant international organizations work to assist the Libyan authorities in their efforts to build the rule of law in Libya. We, along with our international partners, will continue to work with Libya to provide it with the support it needs to meet the challenges it faces.”
2018-11-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8388 (2018) · source