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1. “Members of the Council have the following documents before them: S/ 1996/542, letter dated 9 July 1996 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council, transmitting the report of the High Representative for the Implementation of the Peace Agreement on Bosnia and Herzegovina; and S/1996/556, letter dated 11 July 1996 from the President of the International Tribunal for the Prosecution of Persons Responsible for Serious Violations of International Humanitarian Law Committed in the Territory of the Former Yugoslavia since 1991, addressed to the President of the Security Council.”

   1996-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3687 (1996) · source

2. “In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Sacirbey (Bosnia and Herzegovina) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”

   1996-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3687 (1996) · source

3. “The situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina Letter dated 9 July 1996 from the Secretary- General addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/1996/542) Letter dated 11 July 1996 from the President of the International Tribunal for the Prosecution of Persons Responsible for Serious Violations of International Humanitarian Law Committed in the Territory of the Former Yugoslavia since 1991 addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/1996/556) The President: I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Bosnia and Herzegovina in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda.”

   1996-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3687 (1996) · source

4. “As this is the first meeting of the Security Council for the month of August, I should like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to His Excellency Mr. Alain Dej ammet, Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations, for his service as President of the Security Council for the month of July 1996. I know I speak for all members of the Security Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Dejammet for the great diplomatic skill with which he conducted the Council's business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”

   1996-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3687 (1996) · source

5. “Let me add, in the light of what has been explained at some length by the representative of Cuba, that shooting down unarmed civilian aircraft - regardless of where this is done: whether it is done over territorial waters or over the high seas - is a clear breach of international law - if not codified and ratified, then of customary international law - which must not be tolerated. Let me use this occasion to express our sincere condolences to the families of those killed in those planes. We hope that the legal discussion can now come to an end, and that further violations of this basic rule will not occur. We would like to see that the recent discussion has sharpened the conscience and sensibility of those responsible, and we sincerely hope that this will remain true in the future.”

   1996-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3683 (1996) · source

6. “Germany will vote in favour of the draft resolution on the communication which has been presented at the request of this Council by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) on the incident which occurred on 24 February 1996 and which led to the shooting down of two United States-based unarmed civilian aircraft by the Cuban Air Force. The vote on this draft resolution comes after weeks of intense discussions and deliberations. All different aspects of the case have been subject to close scrutiny. In this context, we would like to commend ICAO for its resolution and its report. The main item at stake is the basic rule that States must refrain from the use of weapons against civil aircraft in flight.”

   1996-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3683 (1996) · source

7. “I wish to conclude my remarks by expressing my appreciation to all Member States which have contributed to UNMIH, first and foremost those that have contributed troops or police officers. They have made possible the success reached so far. In this context, we acknowledge the special contributions by Canada and by the United States, in the past and for the future. Finally, I wish to thank the Secretary-General and his Special Representative, as well as the civilian personnel, troops and civilian police officers who served in UNMIH, for their efforts in support of peace and democracy in Haiti. Our best wishes for luck and success go to the members of the new UNSMIH. We shall vote in favour of the draft resolution.”

   1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source

8. “One crucial condition for the successful outcome of any United Nations Mission is, as we all know, its enjoyment of the full support of all parties involved. This condition is fulfilled in the case of Haiti. President Preval of Haiti has explicitly requested the continued presence of a United Nations mission to Haiti. Furthermore, it may be recalled that the continued presence of a United Nations mission to Haiti has been recommended not only by the Secretary-General in his latest excellent report, but also by the Organization of American States during its recent session, held in Panama at the beginning of this month, and, last but not least, by the countries known as the Friends of Haiti. As a result, the new UNSMIH already has a solid basis of support from all parties concerned. This gives it a good chance for success.”

   1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source

9. “The new United Nations Support Mission in Haiti (UNSMIH) will certainly help stabilize, in particular, security and ordre public - indispensable requirements for a normal life in Haiti. Germany supports the Haitian and international efforts to overcome the crisis mainly by a broad development programme, oriented to the basic needs of the Haitian population. Besides a programme for structural adjustment, which it sponsors together with the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank, the German side is helping Haiti with projects to provide clean water, a more reliable supply of electricity, sanitation and rural development - projects aimed at making life more livable for the people of Haiti. Further projects have been discussed during the recent visit of President Preval to Germany.”

   1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source

10. “The successful role of UNMIH in laying the foundations for a new start towards a peaceful, democratic and prosperous Haiti is beyond doubt. I am glad to say that UNMIH will probably be recognized as one more of the success stories of the United Nations. We all acknowledge, however, that further steps are needed to stabilize the country, to consolidate democracy and to advance development in Haiti. This will be possible only in a peaceful and secure situation, and for the time being, the peace and security of the situation are still quite fragile. This requires a continued solid United Nations presence, especially in the form of policemen to train Haitian police and a back-up force. After all the international community has already invested in this field, we should not stop halfway.”

    1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source

11. “At the end of your presidency, I take great pleasure in congratulating you, Sir, on the prudent leadership and wisdom with which you have conducted our work during the month of June. Germany fully supports the statement made by the representative of Italy on behalf of the European Union. We also welcome the fact that a number of friendly countries have again associated themselves with the statement of the European Union. The developments in Haiti since the return of President Aristide in 1994 and the results achieved by United Nations Mission in Haiti (UNMIH) so far are encouraging. Free and fair elections were held in 1995. For the first time in Haitian history, a peaceful transition from one democratically elected president to his democratically elected successor took place in February this year.”

    1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source

12. “We therefore appeal to the Iraqi Government to re-establish immediately its cooperation with the Special Commission, particularly by removing any obstacle to inspections required and requested. It is in this hope that Germany will vote in favour of the draft resolution.”

    1996-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3672 (1996) · source

13. “The current events are yet another example of the difficulties and even risks UNSCOM. members are facing in carrying out the duties placed upon them by this Council. The Security Council owes them its fullest support. The draft resolution we are to adopt today is the appropriate answer to the unacceptable actions taken by the Iraqi Government to prevent UNSCOM. from carrying out no-notice inspections. It sends a clear signal that the Security Council will not tolerate attempts to undermine UN SCOM's inspection rights. My Government hopes that the Iraqi Government will take this draft resolution very seriously and draw the right conclusions from it. We hope that Iraq will understand that any obstruction to UNSCOM. will only prolong the time the Special Commission needs to complete its work.”

    1996-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3672 (1996) · source

14. “While there have been several such cases in the past, the incidents of yesterday and today are particularly grave: first, because the Iraqi leadership is trying to define a category of sites to be excluded from any inspections and, secondly, because this incident comes at a time in which Iraq has repeatedly underlined its commitment to cooperate fully with UNSCOM. Iraq's claims that its sovereignty and independence are infringed upon by UNSCOM. inspections are obviously not valid. Iraq has accepted Security Council resolution 687 (1991), including the role UNSCOM. is given by that resolution. UNSCOM. can only fulfil its task if its inspection rights are fully respected by Iraq and if it is allowed to work without obstruction. In that respect, we would like once again to express our full confidence in Ambassador Ekeus and his staff.”

    1996-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3672 (1996) · source

15. “Allow me, too, to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your assumption of your high office. The German delegation trusts that you will lead the Council successfully through this month and pledges its support. Allow me, at the same time, to express my delegation's thanks to Ambassador Qin Huasun and his collaborators for the excellent work done in chairing the Council last month. Once again, the Security Council is confronted with a situation in which Iraq is preventing a team of inspectors of the United Nations Special Commission (UNSCOM) from carrying out an inspection.”

    1996-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3672 (1996) · source

16. “That is why we voted for the draft resolution contained in document S/1996/304, and that is why, in consequence, we had to abstain in the vote on the draft resolution contained in document S/ 1996/292.”

    1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source

17. “Today's shelling incident, in which more than 90 civilians were killed at a UNIFIL site, is particularly shocking. We want to express our sincere condolences to the families of the victims. How do we get out of this situation? How can we stop the suffering? The violence must come to an end, and it must come to an end now. International humanitarian law must be fully respected. The safety and security of civilians and other protected persons is of the highest priority, and must be ensured. There must be a political solution on the basis of all relevant Security Council resolutions, including resolution 425 (1978). We believe that such a political solution, in the framework of the peace process, will best be helped by a decision of the Council that addresses the principal problems and at the same time commands the widest support.”

    1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source

18. “For the second time in four days, the Security Council is discussing the situation in Lebanon. This is not only justified but necessary, taking into account the extent to which the situation in Lebanon has deteriorated in the meantime. An ever-increasing number of innocent civilians are becoming victims of the violence. More and more people are being killed every day. During this Council's formal meeting on Lebanon held last Monday, Italy, on behalf of the European Union, expressed concern regarding the security of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). Regrettably, this concern has proved to be more than justified. We call upon all parties concerned fully to respect the safety, security and freedom of movement of UNIFIL.”

    1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source

19. “We appeal to all parties concerned to break the vicious circle of violence along the Lebanese-Israeli border. Military de-escalation is the key to preventing a spiral of armed hostilities from developing. Any mediation effort aimed at that goal finds our full support - in particular, the one undertaken right now by the French Foreign Minister. We sincerely hope that current tensions will eventually give way to an all- inclusive peace process, thus bringing peace, stability and security to a region and its population, which has for much too long endured the bitter experience of confrontation and war. The most urgent step now is an end to the fighting. We appeal to all parties involved to refrain from further use of arms. The civilian population must be protected. Germany will continue to help with humanitarian assistance.”

    1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3653 (1996) · source

20. “The Talmud, that admirable compendium of wisdom, in its tractate "Bawa Kamma", which means "First Door", explains that rule as meaning an eye for an eye, not a life and an eye for an eye. Measures of self-defence must not be directed against innocent civilians. That is laid down in article 33 of the Fourth Geneva Convention, to which both Israel and Lebanon are parties. Any measure of self-defence must be proportionate not only in size but also in direction. Whereas all States, especially those of the region, are responsible for complying with Security Council resolution 425 (1978), the Lebanese Government is responsible for doing all it can to prevent its territory from being used for attacks against persons protected by the four Geneva Conventions.”

    1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3653 (1996) · source

21. “We strongly welcome the fact that Israel, in spite of constant terrorist acts directed against it, remains committed to the peace process. At the same time, it is obvious that, like Israel, Lebanon is also entitled to territorial integrity, sovereignty and political independence within its internationally recognized borders. This is clearly spelled out in Security Council resolution 425 (1978). While self-defence is clearly legitimate, measures of self-defence can become illegal if they do not abide by the basic rule of law prescribing proportionality. This legal rule has been universally recognized at least since the Second World War. Even then it was nothing new. We find this already in the third book of Moses, where it is said: "Breach for breach, eye for eye, tooth for tooth" (Leviticus 24:20).”

    1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3653 (1996) · source

22. “I want to thank you, Mr. President, for having called this meeting at the request of our Lebanese colleague. Germany supports what will be said by Italy on behalf of the European Union. Like all other members of the European Union, we are also concerned about the security of the United Nations peace- keeping force in Lebanon, the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). For the second time in one day the Security Council is meeting to discuss the situation in an area which is part of the Middle East. In both cases, this Council is dealing with tensions heightened by brutal acts of violence, directed against the peace process, which represents the only chance of bringing peace to this war-torn region. We would like to express our sympathy for Israel when trying to protect its civilian population.”

    1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3653 (1996) · source

23. “Many decades of confrontation and public condemnation, including through United Nations organs, did not change the situation in the Middle East. A few years of sincere negotiations have made all the difference. Therefore, this is the time for supporting the peace process, the time for encouraging Israel and the Palestinian authorities to cooperate in ending economic hardship and bringing prosperity and enhanced security to their peoples, and the time for calling upon those who are not yet participating in this process to join in the pursuit of peace, prosperity and security for the whole Middle East region. Germany has contributed considerably to the economic development of the Palestinian territories and will continue to do so.”

    1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source

24. “(S/1996/238, annex) In the light of this, we strongly welcome the efforts made by the Palestinian authorities to combat terrorism and to prevent the territory they control from being used for terrorist attacks against Israel. We also welcome Israeli decisions over the last few weeks to ease parts of the measures imposed on the Palestinian territories. We feel that these should be followed by more and further-reaching decisions to ease the blockade, and that Israel should reconsider the other measures that have been imposed. We call upon all parties concerned to use maximum restraint and to stand against any escalation of violence. All provisions of international law must be respected, including common article 3 of the Geneva Conventions.”

    1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source

25. “The security measures imposed by Israel lead to economic losses totalling several million dollars per day. They place a heavy burden on a civilian population that in recent elections endorsed the peace process by a wide margin. My Government fully agrees with and actively contributed to the results of the summit meeting held in Sharm El Sheikh on 13 March 1996, which had the objectives of enhancing the peace process, promoting security and combating terror. Among other things, the participants of this summit meeting decided, and I quote: "To support the Israeli-Palestinian agreements, the continuation of the negotiating process and to politically and economically reinforce it, to enhance the security situation for both, with special attention to the current and pressing economic needs of the Palestinians".”

    1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source

26. “It is only natural that they want to see concrete improvements as regards their own living conditions. Concrete successes in this regard will lead to ever greater dynamics for the peace process and will successfully discourage terrorism and extremism aimed at derailing what has been achieved with so many sacrifices and efforts over the past years. Terrorism has taken a particularly heavy toll on Israel. In numerous, horrible terrorist attacks the lives of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and of many - too many - innocent civilians have been taken by enemies of peace. We feel deep sympathy for the people of Israel mourning these losses, and we understand Israeli security needs. At the same time, we are concerned about reports of economic hardship in the Palestinian territories.”

    1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source

27. “I should like to thank you, Sir, for convening this meeting regarding the agenda item "The situation in the occupied Arab territories". We, of course, support what Italy will say on behalf of the European Union. To that I would like to add the following. The situation in the Middle East had remarkably improved after Oslo and Madrid. Deeply rooted hostility affecting the whole Middle East region had given way to an effective peace process. This process has already yielded results that would have been unimaginable not so long ago. Recent events remind us, however, that the peace process is not yet all-inclusive, and that it continues to be threatened by terrorism. At the same time, it is obvious that lasting stability in the Palestinian territories requires the genuine support of the local population.”

    1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source

28. “Only if all those concerned fully cooperate do we stand a chance of putting an end to this terrible conflict. The United Nations Special Mission must be encouraged to intensify further its efforts to fulfil its mandate. All States concerned must refrain from interfering in Afghanistan and must instead put their whole weight behind the United Nations peace initiative. But, first and foremost, the Afghan parties must rebuke the deadly logic of war and embark on the road towards peace.”

    1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3650 (1996) · source

29. “It is up to the parties to accept or decline this offer. So far we do not see a wholehearted and unequivocal acceptance. Should this perception continue, the United Nations may face a situation in which it will have to reconsider its commitment. Besides the parties to the conflict itself, the countries of the region also bear a special responsibility. We are alarmed by reports of continuous and even increasing foreign interference in Afghanistan: foreign interference by more than one country, benefiting more than one Afghan party. The aim of the United Nations peace efforts is to facilitate a peaceful solution to the conflict, thereby also ensuring the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Afghanistan. Foreign interference - for example, through the shipment of arms - is thwarting this aim.”

    1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3650 (1996) · source

30. “Obviously, such a meeting would have to be well prepared and should include not only all the parties to the conflict, but also a certain international element. We have full confidence in the United Nations Secretary-General to decide if and when the time for such a meeting may have come. While the international community, through the United Nations General Assembly, has assigned to the United Nations the pivotal role of helping to bring about peace and stability in Afghanistan, the United Nations cannot achieve this goal on its own. Quite to the contrary: the United Nations can only facilitate the efforts the parties must make to achieve a lasting and peaceful solution to their differences. The United Nations Special Mission constitutes in itself an offer by the international community.”

    1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3650 (1996) · source

31. “At the same time, we agree with others that the Special Mission should be encouraged to somewhat broaden its approach by also seeking solutions to other questions that have to be addressed within the framework of the Commission's mandate. We are convinced that such a broader approach may open up new opportunities for success in the work of the Special Mission. In addition, we are also prepared to consider all additional measures that may benefit the peace process in Afghanistan as outlined in the General Assembly resolution. Should the United Nations feel that in order to achieve its goals in Afghanistan new forums are required for bringing together all the parties, we are ready to support the idea of a United Nations-sponsored meeting or conference on Afghanistan.”

    1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3650 (1996) · source

32. “Germany is happy to have been able to provide one of the four political officers who were recruited to strengthen the Special Mission, in conformity with the General Assembly resolution. He left for the region in late February, has already spent 10 days in Kandahar and has also travelled with Ambassador Mestiri to Kabul. We are ready to continue to give our full support to the United Nations Special Mission and to cooperate with other interested delegations in working for its success. Today we want to encourage Ambassador Mestiri and his staff to follow their course in trying to bring about an agreement on the composition of a transitory mechanism, usually referred to as the "authoritative council". The composition of this council is certainly one of the central questions that must be solved, if a viable peace process is to be created.”

    1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3650 (1996) · source

33. “Quoting from it, we can reaffirm today our strong commitment to "national reconciliation in Afghanistan and to its sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity" (General Assembly resolution 50/88 B fifth preambular paragraph) as well as the readiness of the United Nations to assist the people of Afghanistan in their efforts to achieve national reconciliation. The General Assembly resolution gives the United Nations Special Mission an unequivocal mandate to facilitate national reconciliation through the creation of a transitory mechanism, transfer of power and an immediate and durable cease-fire. The Head of the Special Mission, Ambassador Mahmoud Mestiri, and his staff have already invested enormous efforts to work with the parties towards achieving these goals. We would like to thank them for their tireless work.”

    1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3650 (1996) · source

34. “It could easily develop into a threat to the peace and stability of the whole region. What are we to do? The international community has made a commitment to Afghanistan. This commitment is contained in the General Assembly resolution on Afghanistan adopted by consensus on 19 December 1995. What we are to do is, essentially, to put our consensus back to work, with the aim of ensuring this resolution's full implementation. The resolution is very clear, both on the aims of international peace efforts in Afghanistan and on the ways the international community wants to pursue to achieve these aims.”

    1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3650 (1996) · source

35. “We share with many other countries a sense of the urgency of the situation, a sense that something must be done to put an end to this terrible conflict. With many others, we have tried to alleviate the plight of the civilian population through humanitarian aid. Sixteen years of war have placed a heavy burden on this country and its people. I hope that today's debate will send a signal of support to the people of Afghanistan - a signal that the international community does care and that it will continue to work, through the United Nations, for the establishment of peace and stability in this country. The situation on the ground in Afghanistan is frustrating. So far, all international peace efforts have been in vain. An end to all this bloodshed is not yet in sight. This conflict does not concern Afghanistan alone.”

    1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3650 (1996) · source

36. “It means "May it rain upon you", which seems to be, in his country, a wish full of the best intentions. I hope Ambassador Legwaila will forgive me if I have to state that in his month of presidency - and well into yours, Mr. President - he simply overdid it. We at the German delegation are at present examining how to deal - possibly in the Open-ended Working Group - with this new phenomenon of Security Council outreach. Coming now to the agenda proper, Mr. President, I should like to commend your initiative to have an open Security Council debate on the situation in Afghanistan. I welcome the Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan and the Afghan Permanent Representative here at our table. Germany enjoys a long history of friendly relations with all segments of Afghan society.”

    1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3650 (1996) · source

37. “Like those delegations that have spoken before me, and probably like those that will speak after me, I want to begin by congratulating you, Mr. President, on your assumption of your high office. Your wealth of ideas and your readiness to take initiatives and to shoulder responsibility are well known, and that is why we look forward to working under your leadership. Let me add a word of thanks to your predecessor, Ambassador Legwaila of Botswana. I must say that we enjoyed his good-humoured and effective guidance. However, speaking of Ambassador Legwaila's effectiveness, I am afraid that I would not be quite honest if I did not add a word of caution, if not criticism.T h e Botswana coat of arms bears the ominous word "pula", which Ambassador Legwaila himself was good enough to translate for me.”

    1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3650 (1996) · source

38. “I am grateful to the members of the Committee established under resolution 661 (1990) and, in particular, to the members of the Council and - I stress - their experts, who, through lengthy discussions, found the solutions which have enabled us to act today. I hope that the adoption of the draft resolution will be another step towards establishing conditions for a durable peace in the region. Germany, therefore, will vote in favour of the draft resolution.”

    1996-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3644 (1996) · source

39. “As important as early application is, it is after the lifting of sanctions that the mechanism will have its full effect. As a matter of fact, implementation of the mechanism is a prerequisite for the lifting of sanctions. The fact that we are able to adopt the mechanism today is a success attributable to many parties. My delegation coordinated the effort to reach this end, but we would have failed if we had not found support from and a constructive and cooperative approach by many others, and I now express my thanks to them. My special thanks go to the United Nations Special Commission and the International Atomic Energy Agency, which laid the foundations of the mechanism.”

    1996-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3644 (1996) · source

40. “The sanctions allow the import of humanitarian items - medical supplies, foodstuffs and other supplies for essential civilian needs - to Iraq. Included amongst those items are dual-use items which will fall under the mechanism; therefore, the draft resolution provides that the obligation to notify will become effective for all States except Iraq as of the date on which the Secretary-General and the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency report to the Council that they are satisfied with the preparedness of States. With regard to Iraq, this obligation will become effective as of a date agreed upon between the Special Commission, the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency and Iraq. This date must not be later than 60 days from today.”

    1996-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3644 (1996) · source

41. “I am confident that the Special Commission and the International Atomic Energy Agency will provide the necessary advice and assistance with regard to the implementation of the mechanism. The mechanism will be complementary to the other elements of ongoing monitoring and verification. It is a regime not for international licensing, but for the transmission of information. It will therefore fulfil its purpose of effectively monitoring activities relevant to prohibited weapons while not impeding Iraq's legitimate right to import or export items for non-proscribed purposes. The mechanism will enter into force While the sanctions imposed on Iraq are still in force. It should be applied as soon as possible.”

    1996-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3644 (1996) · source

42. “On 7 December 1995, I, as Chairman of the Committee, was finally in a position to sign a letter to the President of the Council by which the provisions for the mechanism were submitted to this body. Today, we will approve the mechanism and give it the binding force Chapter VII of the Charter provides for. Its aim is to prevent the misuse of items legally imported into Iraq for the illegal purposes of production or acquisition of banned weapons. This aim justifies the new obligations imposed on Iraq and on other States. To reach this aim, a system of notifications will be established; notifications, both by Iraq and by States planning to supply dual-use items to Iraq, will be required. These notifications will be complemented by the possibility of an inspection of those items at the end-user site.”

    1996-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3644 (1996) · source

43. “On 11 October 1991, the Council adopted resolution 715 (1991). In its paragraph 7, the Council requested the Committee established under resolution 661 (1990), the Special Commission and the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to jointly develop a mechanism for monitoring any future sales or supplies by other countries to Iraq of items which could be used for the production or acquisition of banned weapons. Subsequently, those three parties undertook considerable efforts to fulfil that task. The thoroughness of their work is reflected in the fact that it took more than four years to complete it. The last step was the adoption of the mechanism by the Committee established under resolution 661 (1990).”

    1996-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3644 (1996) · source

44. “We call upon the warring parties not to impede or endanger the work of the humanitarian organizations, which do their utmost to alleviate the suffering of the people of Somalia despite the persistent instability. We appeal to the warring factions to accept the good offices of the United Nations and to finally agree among themselves on a peaceful solution.”

    1996-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3641 (1996) · source

45. “The humanitarian situation appears to remain stable, in so far as the United Nations agencies and non- governmental organizations have been able to carry out activities in Somaliland, the Bari region and the north of the country. Here I would like to express my special gratitude and admiration to these agencies and non-governmental organizations for their courage and their commitment. I want to make a special point of this. In the face of the withdrawal of all diplomatic and comparable missions, they continue to assist the people of Somalia. In the field of humanitarian assistance, since 1992 Germany has given bilateral aid amounting to approximately $60 million. That is in addition to what is being done by the European Union, of which we normally have a share of 30 per cent.”

    1996-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3641 (1996) · source

46. “At the same time, the destabilization of agriculturally fertile provinces constitutes a threat to the economic situation of the whole country. In addition, a key problem for political dialogue is a general refusal to consider power sharing. However, the fact that no party alone is capable of controlling the country has led to the present impasse. Only the factions themselves can find a way out by changing their positions. The efforts to establish basic administrative infrastructures at a local and regional level are a very positive sign. However, we are concerned over the difficulties of filling positions and dividing power, which may thwart timely progress. This decentralized process should under no circumstances result in the further break-up of the country.”

    1996-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3641 (1996) · source

47. “These contacts could and should be further developed. As soon as the situation allows, the United Nations should also aim to extend its presence in the country. The United Nations Office has been able to gain a reputation for impartiality, so that it is being accepted by the warring factions - with the exception of one - as a partner for dialogue. It might make sense, therefore, to increase the number of personnel in the Office. It has proved particularly difficult for the Political Office of the United Nations to initiate a dialogue with General Aidid. His insistence on being recognized as president of Somalia has so far prevented any negotiations with him about the political future of the country.”

    1996-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3641 (1996) · source

48. “President, for having taken this initiative, which, as a measure to increase the transparency of the Council's work, we welcome and support. Unfortunately, there has been little movement until now towards a political dialogue between the warring factions or towards national reconciliation. We regret recent military activities that have further increased the suffering of the people. Those responsible for these actions must realize that no breakthrough will be achieved in that way. There is no single group or party that would be strong enough to effectively control the country. A solution to the present situation can only be found through political dialogue. The Political Office of the United Nations has already established relations with those warring factions that are represented in Nairobi.”

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49. “In many regions, a stabilization of the situation was achieved. Tens of thousands of people were saved from starvation. We admit, however, that UNOSOM II did not become the success we had wanted it to be. The reason is clear: peace and stability in a country depend in the first place on the forces in that country. Without the cooperation of all factions in Somalia, UNOSOM. II could not bring about the desired peaceful solution to the internal conflict. UNOSOM. II had to be withdrawn. We again pay tribute to those men and women who served in that operation. We honour those peace-keepers who lost their lives in Somalia. The United Nations has not abandoned Somalia. Political efforts and humanitarian assistance continue. Our meeting today, which is open to all Member States is proof of our ongoing commitment. We are grateful to you, Mr.”

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50. “Let me state at the outset that Germany supports the statement made by the representative of Italy on behalf of the European Union. When the public order in Somalia collapsed in 1991, when the Somali people suffered from fighting and famine and when more than a million Somalis fled to neighbouring countries, the international community shouldered its responsibility. First, the American-led operation "Restore Hope" prevented a further deterioration. Then the Security Council decided on the mandate of a regular peace-keeping operation. The United Nations Operation in Somalia (UNOSOM. II) was the first United Nations operation to which Germany contributed regular troops on a large scale. The German contingent comprised over 700 men. Germany does not share the view that UNOSOM. II was a failure.”

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