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Dime-Labille

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2021-06-08
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  1. “In conclusion, we would like to emphasize that the work of the Mechanism is not limited to judicial activities. The protection of the more than 3,000 witnesses is of paramount importance and we commend the work of the of the Kigali and Sarajevo branches in that regard. Similarly, the work of remembrance is also essential to reconciliation. We remain deeply concerned about the denial of crimes and the glorification of génocidaires and war criminals condemned by international criminal tribunals following the conclusion of impartial and independent trials. Finally, I would like to thank Viet Nam for the excellent work completed by the Informal Working Group on International Tribunals.”

    2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8927 (2021) · source

  2. “On the other hand, we regret that a number of partners still refuse to cooperate despite the repeated calls by the President of the Mechanism, the Prosecutor and many Member States relayed through the Council. It is essential that the last fugitives indicted by the ICTR be brought to justice. The death of the alleged perpetrators of the most serious crimes cannot be considered justice for the victims. With regard to the cases referred to national courts, France reaffirms its full commitment to bring the Bucyibaruta case to an end within a reasonable time frame. The trial of this case is scheduled to take place in the Court of Assizes between 9 May and 1 July 2022. France’s objective is to ensure that no crime of genocide goes unpunished.”

    2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8927 (2021) · source

  3. “The three decisions of June 2021 were long-awaited. The decisions to be taken in 2022 are even more so. I refer to the appeals in the Stanišić and Simatović cases, as well as Nzabonimpa et al. I refer also to the trial in the Kabuga case, which will be another important milestone for the victims and for national reconciliation in Rwanda. In order to conclude those trials, as well as the other pending proceedings, the Mechanism must have adequate financing and qualified personnel. France once again urges all States to cooperate fully with the Mechanism, in accordance with their international obligations, and to support its activities. We take this opportunity to thank the Niger for the decision to fully cooperate with the Mechanism and admit nine people who were under the jurisdiction of the Mechanism.”

    2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8927 (2021) · source

  4. “Mrs. Dime-Labille (France) (spoke in French): I thank President Agius and Prosecutor Brammertz for their report (see S/2021/694) and briefings. I also thank Judge Meron, at a time when he has decided to dedicate himself to other duties, for his contribution to international criminal justice over the past decades. France reiterates its full support for the Mechanism and its work in the fight against impunity and the preservation of the legacy of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR). The year 2021 has been decisive. Under difficult circumstances, the Mechanism was able to continue its work and make concrete progress, which testifies to its relevance and effectiveness. The Security Council must support its work.”

    2021-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8927 (2021) · source

  5. “The holding of that event created positive momentum that was maintained at the follow-up ministerial meeting held on 21 September on the margins of the General Assembly. The fight against impunity for all perpetrators of crimes is critical for the stabilization, reconstruction and reconciliation of the Iraqi people as a whole. The Council must remain mobilized in order to prevent the resurgence of Da’esh in all its forms. That includes both a renewed commitment by UNITAD to investigate the group’s chain of command and continued support for the Iraqi authorities’ counter- terrorism efforts.”

    2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source

  6. “We encourage the Iraqi authorities to pursue their efforts in this regard, especially as the context is favourable, with the election of a new Parliament. The situation of victims is a fundamental element. We welcome the efforts of the Special Adviser and the Team to provide psychological support to both surviving victims and witnesses. In conclusion, I would like to underscore France’s commitment to stand by Iraqis in the fight against terrorism, including within the Global Coalition against Da’esh. Iraq is one of our key partners in the region and can continue to count on our support. More broadly, our commitment to the country and its sovereignty was illustrated by the Baghdad Conference for Cooperation and Partnership, held on 28 August by Iraq, in close cooperation with France.”

    2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source

  7. “Furthermore, we believe it is important that UNITAD continue to raise awareness among Iraqi judicial authorities about the mandate set out in resolution 2379 (2017), of 21 September 2017, including through the training of Iraqi investigative judges in international criminal law and the preparation of case files for the indictment and prosecution of members of Da’esh for war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. It is important to recall the consistent position of the United Nations not to hand over evidence in judicial proceedings if there is any risk of the death penalty being imposed, wherever that might take place. The legislative framework that allows members of Da’esh to be brought to justice in accordance with the highest human rights standards and principles must be finalized.”

    2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source

  8. “The pandemic has served to renew the relevance of the Team’s strategy of integrating technological tools, such as artificial intelligence, to formulate charges in order to optimize future prosecutions of members of Da’esh. The progress and success of the mechanism are the result of very good cooperation with Iraq, as evidenced by the sharing of information on the financing of the crimes committed by Da’esh, which has allowed UNITAD to uncover evidence detailing the internal administrative workings of Da’esh’s central treasury and how it directly supported Da’esh’s ability to commit its crimes.”

    2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source

  9. “I would like to note in particular the completion of a third case related to the investigation of the massacre of predominantly Shia inmates at Badush prison on 10 June 2014 and the progress made in the investigation with regard to the development and use of chemical and biological weapons by Da’esh against civilians in Iraq between 2014 and 2016, as well as the implementation of the joint strategy on the excavation of the mass graves. That work has made it possible to begin excavations near Badush prison and to hold the upcoming ceremony to return the remains of the victims of the massacres in Kojo village, which are important milestones. Despite the challenges associated with the coronavirus disease pandemic, the mechanism was able to achieve results by implementing creative and innovative solutions.”

    2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source

  10. “It is essential that the families of those who were victims of the atrocities committed by Da’esh be involved in the work of the investigators. I welcome the presence of the Ambassador of Iraq, who once again expresses Iraq’s commitment to work closely with the international community and UNITAD to ensure that justice be provided to all victims of the crimes committed by Da’esh on Iraqi territory. With regard to the report, we note the significant progress made since the introduction of the previous report (see S/2021/419).”

    2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source

  11. “Mrs. Dime-Labille (France) (spoke in French): At the outset, I would like to wish you, Mr. President, every success during your presidency, which comes on the heels of the excellent presidency held by Mexico. I would like to also congratulate Mr. Christian Ritscher on his appointment as new Special Adviser and Head of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/ Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD). I thank him for the presentation of the seventh report of the mechanism responsible for collecting evidence on acts that may constitute war crimes, crimes against humanity or crimes of genocide. I especially commend the Team for the work it completed in recent months. France welcomes the dialogue initiated by UNITAD with all components of Iraqi society.”

    2021-12-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8914 (2021) · source

  12. “Let me conclude by commending, on behalf of France, Fatou Bensouda for her determination, courage and unwavering commitment over the past nine years. The mission entrusted to her was perilous, and the obstacles numerous. Her contribution to victims, justice and peace is invaluable. France will continue to lend its full support to the Court and to the next Prosecutor, Mr. Karim Khan.”

    2021-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8791 (2021) · source

  13. “France notes the importance of a return of the Sudanese Administration to Darfur and welcomes the political will of the authorities in that regard. We call on the Government to accelerate the implementation of the Juba agreements, with the support of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan, and to promptly deploy the joint protection force, pursuant to the agreements. The protection of civilians, including humanitarian workers, and the guarantee of safe and unhindered humanitarian access must remain a priority. The National Human Rights Commission must be able to fulfil its mandate. As stipulated in the Juba agreements, the Transitional Justice Commission must be established without delay. Finally, we call on all parties to join the peace process.”

    2021-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8791 (2021) · source

  14. “Dialogue between the Court and the Sudanese authorities must therefore be intensified in order to explore all possibilities under the Rome Statute. We also urge Mr. Banda to surrender immediately to the Court so that he can be tried. In Darfur, the recurrence of large-scale intercommunal violence and the persistence of clashes on the ground confirm the fragility of the security situation. In recent months, that violence has claimed hundreds of victims and forced several hundreds of thousands of civilians to flee. France condemns in the strongest terms violations of human rights and international humanitarian law, including gender- based and sexual violence against women and girls. It is important that the perpetrators of these crimes do not enjoy impunity.”

    2021-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8791 (2021) · source

  15. “Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman, known as Ali Kushayb, both in The Hague, where the confirmation of charges hearing was held from 24 to 26 May 2021, and on the ground. In that regard, France welcomes the commitment of the Sudanese authorities to provide the Office of the Prosecutor with the necessary assistance to continue investigations. In particular, access to Darfur for investigators must be promptly and freely granted under satisfactory security conditions. Cooperation with the Office must be consolidated and extended to all suspects. France calls on the Sudan to promptly surrender Mr. Ahmad Harun to the Court so that a link can be established with the case against Mr. Abd-Al-Rahman. In addition, while complementarity remains a cardinal principle, the execution of outstanding arrest warrants is crucial.”

    2021-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8791 (2021) · source

  16. “Mrs. Dime Labille (France) (spoke in French): I too thank Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda for her report and briefing, and welcome the representative of the Sudan to this meeting. The mission entrusted by the Security Council to the International Criminal Court in Darfur is all the more essential at this time of transition in the Sudan. Building a lasting and inclusive peace in the region will not be possible without justice. The fight against impunity for the perpetrators of the most serious crimes is part of restoring democracy and reconciliation in the Sudan. The Prosecutor’s recent visit to Darfur, following her visit to Khartoum in October, is historic and demonstrates the cooperation between the Court and the Sudanese authorities. The report highlights concrete progress in the case against Mr.”

    2021-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8791 (2021) · source

  17. “We remain deeply concerned about the denial of crimes and the glorification of perpetrators of genocide and war criminals convicted by international criminal tribunals after impartial and independent proceedings. The trend is worrisome. The statements made by the authorities of several countries of the former Yugoslavia are unacceptable in that regard. We reiterate our call to all those responsible to refrain from such statements.”

    2021-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8790 (2021) · source

  18. “We welcome the Mechanism’s initiatives to raise awareness among affected communities and younger generations of the legacy of the criminal tribunals and the work being done. That memorial work is essential to reconciliation. In a historic visit at the end of May, President Emmanuel Macron visited the 1994 Tutsi Genocide Memorial at the invitation of Rwandan President Paul Kagame. The aim is to translate the memorial work carried out over the past two years into political action. At the same time, President Macron has committed to expanding the efforts already undertaken to fight against the impunity of alleged Rwandan perpetrators of genocide residing in France.”

    2021-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8790 (2021) · source

  19. “The death of the alleged perpetrators of the most serious crimes cannot be justice for the victims. Where such deaths are reported, the States concerned must provide evidence of them. With regard to the cases referred to national jurisdictions, France reaffirms its full commitment to bringing the Prosecutor v. Laurent Bucyibaruta case to a conclusion within a reasonable time frame. The trial in that case is currently being heard before the Court of Assizes of Paris and should take place during 2022. The work of the Mechanism is not limited to judicial activities. The protection of the more than 3,000 witnesses is of paramount importance, and we commend the work of the Kigali and Sarajevo offices in that regard.”

    2021-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8790 (2021) · source

  20. “That is an essential step for justice and reconciliation in the Western Balkans. The trial in the Prosecutor v. Félicien Kabuga case will be another important moment for the victims and for national reconciliation in Rwanda. In order to complete that trial and the other pending proceedings in a timely manner, the Mechanism must have adequate financial resources. France once again urges all States to cooperate fully with the Mechanism, in accordance with their international obligations. We regret that some partners still refuse to do so despite the numerous calls of the President of the Mechanism, the Prosecutor and many Member States relayed within the Council. We call on the Serbian authorities to fully cooperate with the Mechanism. Furthermore, it is essential that the remaining fugitives indicted by the ICTR be brought to justice.”

    2021-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8790 (2021) · source

  21. “Mrs. Dime Labille (France) (spoke in French): I thank President Agius and Prosecutor Brammertz for their reports and their briefings. On behalf of France, I also pay tribute to the memory of Judge Gberdao Gustave Kam and his valuable contribution to international criminal justice. We extend our condolences to his family. France reiterates its full support for the Mechanism and its work to fight impunity and preserve the legacy of International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR). In particularly difficult circumstances, the Mechanism has been able to make concrete progress, which testifies to its relevance and effectiveness. The Security Council must support its work. The three decisions scheduled for this month are awaited. We note today’s judgment in the Mladić appeal case.”

    2021-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8790 (2021) · source