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“I thank the Permanent Representative of Lesotho for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker is the Permanent Representative of South Africa. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I thank the Permanent Representative of the United Republic of Tanzania for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker is the Permanent Representative of Lesotho. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I thank the Permanent Representative of Mozambique for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker is the Permanent Representative of the United Republic of Tanzania. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I thank the Permanent Representative of Mauritius for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker is the Permanent Representative of Mozambique. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I thank the Permanent Representative of Zambia for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker is the Permanent Representative of Mauritius. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I thank the Permanent Representative of Brazil for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker on my list is the Permanent Representative of Zambia. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I thank the Permanent Representative of Namibia for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the Permanent Representative of Brazil. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I thank the Permanent Representative of Zimbabwe for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker is the Permanent Representative of Namibia. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“In favour: Botswana, Chile, China, Egypt, France, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Indonesia, Italy, Poland, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1087 (1996). The Council has thus concluded its voting procedure and shall hear further statements under rule 37 of its provisional rules of procedure. The next speaker is the Permanent Representative of Zimbabwe. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I conclude by recalling the concern of the Italian Government and people at the hardship endured by the innocent Angolan civilians throughout this endless civil war. In the past five years, Italy has provided approximately $110 million in assistance. Now that the prospects for peace are brighter, we will remain steadfast in our commitment. For all these reasons, I will vote in favour of the draft resolution before the Council. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I now put to the vote the draft resolution contained in document S/ 1996/ 1026. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“The Angolan parties should now focus on the speedy implementation of the political aspects of the Lusaka Protocol. The draft resolution before the Council clearly outlines what needs to be done. The steps to be taken have so far been postponed, pending a settlement of the military issues. Now there can be no more procrastination and they have to be put into effect quickly. The Italian Government fully supports the paragraphs of the draft resolution that provide for the drawdown of the military units of UNAVEM. III on the basis of the proposal made by the Secretary-General. They strike a delicate balance between the need to ensure the successful conclusion of the peace process and to avoid prolonging excessively this most expensive peacekeeping operation.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“We welcome the acceleration of this very delicate operation. Today, the Luanda Government has taken another major step by announcing the incorporation into the Angolan Armed Forces of the nine UNITA generals residing in Luanda, a decision widely expected by the international community. Now, priority is shifting towards the demobilization and social reintegration of combatants. I would like to recall here that, to this end, my Government has provided a financial contribution of approximately $4 million to the Humanitarian Assistance Coordination Unit for Angola. Italian instructors also participate in training the demining teams that will fight what is not only a scourge of war, but a continuous threat to the lives of innocent people, including children, and to the reconstruction of Angola for years to come.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I wish also to pay tribute to the Permanent Representative of Angola, Ambassador Afonso van Dunem "Mbinda", who from New York has acted untiringly for the cause of peace and national reconciliation in his country. As the Deputy Foreign Minister of Italy, Senator Rino Serri, observed on his very recent mission to Angola, the peace process has indeed reached a turning point. The implementation of the military dimension of the Lusaka Protocol is nearing completion. Today, UNITA issued a formal declaration confirming the termination of the quartering of its troops - except for a limited number of policemen, who will soon also be quartered - and the handing over of its weapons to the United Nations. The next step is the integration of selected UNITA troops into the Angolan Armed Forces.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Italy. Let me begin by saying that the number of speakers who have spoken or will speak this evening is a genuine testimony to the international community's attention to the situation in Angola and its developments. I take this opportunity to address my heartfelt thanks to the Secretary-General and his special representative, Mr. Blondin Beye, whose unwavering commitment and diplomatic skills have enabled him to play a crucial and successful role. The troika of observers of the peace process, the countries contributing troops to the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) and the countries of the region have all joined in the search for a political settlement in Angola.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. I shall first call on those members of the Council who wish to make statements before the vote.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I thank the Permanent Representative of Angola for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Portugal. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“Members of the Council also have before them document S/ 1996/ 1026, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations, on the basis of the draft resolution submitted by Portugal, the Russian Federation and the United States of America. Members of the Council have received photocopies of the letter dated 11 December 1996 from the Permanent Representative of Angola to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council, which will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/l996/1029. The first speaker is the Permanent Representative of Angola, on whom I now call.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“Mochochoko (Lesotho), Mr. Chimimba (Malawi), Mr. Wan Chat Kwong (Mauritius), Mr. Dos Santos (Mozambique), Mr. Andjaba (Namibia), Mr. Catarina (Portugal), Mr. Ferreira (Sao Tome and Principe), Mr. Jele (South Africa), Mr. Mwakawago (United Republic of Tanzania), Mr. Kasanda (Zambia) and Mr. Mapuranga (Zimbabwe) took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber. 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. Members of the Council have before them the progress report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III), document S/ 1996/ 1000.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that l have received letters from the representatives of Angola, Brazil, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Portugal, Sao Tome and Principe, South Africa, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives 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. Van-Dunem "Mbinda" (Angola) took a seat at the Council table; Mr. Amorim (Brazil), Mr.”
1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source
“There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 12.50 11.171.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“The international community should facilitate the strategic relationship that Haiti must establish with international financial institutions, whose support is indispensable to the economic rehabilitation of the country. A better standard of living is fundamental to consolidating democracy and respect for human rights in Haiti. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I now put to the vote the draft resolution in document S/ 1996/ 1002. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Botswana, Chile, China, Egypt, France, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Indonesia, Italy, Poland, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1086 (1996).”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“Italy fully supports the extension of the mandate for six months and the provision for the possibility of an additional two-month extension to be subsequently decided by the Security Council. In this delicate phase of consolidation of the democratic process and system, there are still threats to political stability. It is to strengthen the results thus far achieved through the commitment of the international community that the Security Council approves the extension of the mandate of the United Nations Support Mission. By 31 March, the Council will carefully consider the nature of a subsequent international presence in Haiti.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“In this regard, the Italian delegation notes with pleasure the statement by the Permanent Representative of Haiti, Ambassador Pierre Lelong, to whom I wish to express my appreciation for his valuable contribution to our deliberations. We must also be grateful to Canada and the United States for their meaningful contributions to restoring peace and promoting reconciliation in Haiti. The role played by the United Nations Support Mission in Haiti (UNSMIH) in the phase of democratic transition was of course also of crucial importance. The democratically elected President, Rene Preval, has been able to count on the presence of the international force to guarantee public order and start the training of the Haitian National Police, which will have to handle internal security on its own when UNSMIH is withdrawn.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the Permanent Representative of Italy. As the Secretary-General has reported, the security situation in Haiti and the capacity of the Haitian National Police to meet its challenges have improved somewhat. This is an encouraging development, since recent history has taught us that in Haiti there is a close connection between political stability, the Govemment's ability to safeguard public order, and respect for human rights. We must therefore strongly praise the efforts made by the Government of Haiti fully to restore democracy in the country. Significant results have already been achieved by the Haitian Government.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“I thank the Permanent Representative of Venezuela for his kind words addressed to me. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. I shall first call upon those members of the Council who wish to make statements before the voting.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“The next speaker is the Permanent Representative of Venezuela. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“The next speaker is the representative of Argentina. I invite her to take a seat at the Council table and to make her statement.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“I thank the Permanent Representative of Haiti for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker is the Permanent Representative of Canada. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“I should like to draw the attention of the members of the Council to document S/ 1996/956, which contains the text of a letter dated 15 November 1996 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council, transmitting the text of a letter dated 13 November 1996 from the President of Haiti addressed to the Secretary-General. The first speaker on my list is the Permanent Representative of Haiti, on whom I now call.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Support Mission in Haiti, documents S/ 1996/813 and Addendum 1. Members of the Council also have before them document S/ 1996/ 1002, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Argentina, Canada, Chile, France, the United States of America and Venezuela.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Argentina, Canada, Haiti and Venezuela in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives 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. Lelong (Haiti) took a seat at the Council table, Ms. Ramirez (Argentina), Mr. Fowler (Canada) and Mr. Escovar Salom (Venezuela) took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“It notes in particular the need for a successful process of demobilization and reintegration of former combatants and stands ready to assist in this process. It stresses the importance of a coordinated international effort to alleviate the humanitarian situation in the country. "The Security Council requests the Secretary-General to continue to monitor the situation in Sierra Leone and to keep the Council informed of further significant developments." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/ 1996/46. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on the agenda. The meeting rose at 12.55 pm.”
1996-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3720 (1996) · source
“"The Security Council commends in particular the role played by the Government of Cote d'Ivoire whose commitment and determination in the chairmanship of the negotiations between the parties have been crucial to this successful outcome. The Council also pays tribute to the support provided to the negotiations by the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General in close coordination with the Organization of African Unity, the Commonwealth, the Economic Community of West African States and other organizations and neighbouring countries. "The Security Council continues to follow developments in Sierra Leone with close interest. The Peace Agreement is an essential first step towards national reconciliation and reconstruction. The Council will continue to support the development of peace and democracy in Sierra Leone.”
1996-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3720 (1996) · source
“The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council warmly welcomes the Peace Agreement signed by the Government of Sierra Leone and the Revolutionary United Front in Abidjan on 30 November 1996. The Agreement brings to an end a bitter conflict which has caused appalling suffering to the people of Sierra Leone. The Council pays tribute to the courage and determination of all those who have worked tirelessly towards this end. The Council hopes that the Agreement will provide encouragement to those working for peace in other parts of Africa.”
1996-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3720 (1996) · source
“The situation in Sierra Leone The President: I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the Permanent Representative of Sierra Leone, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. 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. Jonah (Sierra Leone) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
1996-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3720 (1996) · source
“At the outset of our meeting, I wish to express, on behalf of all members of the Security Council, our most sincere thanks and congratulations to Ambassador Wisnumurti of Indonesia, who presided over the work of the Council during the month of November in a most exemplary and distinguished way. The wisdom, savoir-faire and diplomacy he exercised in steering complex issues in the Council showed us why he enjoys such high esteem and appreciation in his country, in New York and in the whole international community. The outstanding leadership and professional skill of Ambassador Wisnumurti and his collaborators were a major asset to the work of the Council and set an example that I and my delegation will try to follow during the current month of December. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
1996-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3720 (1996) · source
“If the parties - first and foremost UNITA - do not face up to their commitments to complete the military aspects of the Lusaka Protocol immediately, without further delay and procrastination, they must understand that the entire peace process, and with it the commitment of the international community, will be in serious danger. Patience is running out.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“Furthermore, a team of Italian instructors is participating in the demining activities being conducted in Angola, with the assistance of the United Nations and the international community. We have been informed of initiatives taken in the last few days by the UNITA leadership that seem to indicate a greater willingness to respect its commitments. This is an old story. Whenever the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) mandate is about to expire, assurances of good will are made, but afterwards nothing comes of them. This time, however, we believe that we have reached the point of no return. This was made abundantly clear by the Foreign Ministers now sitting around this table in our bilateral meeting with them yesterday.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“As far as the economy is concerned, the news contained in the Secretary-General's report points in the opposite direction. Despite its enormous resources and growth potential, the economic conditions in Angola are dramatic. Italy is one of a handful of countries that have never ceased to assist Angola, even when security conditions proved dangerous for members of Italian non- governmental organizations, who, I remind the Council, have already paid a heavy toll in precious human lives in other peace operations. The Italian Government has participated as one of the major donors in the European Union's emergency assistance programme. In the past five years Italy's donations have amounted to a total of approximately $110 million. For 1996 we have allotted $13 million for food aid and emergency assistance activities, including demobilization.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“No clear reasons were given for his absence, which was surprising, particularly in view of the fact that many eminent Heads of State of the region were in attendance. The concerns of the neighboring States are, in our View, fully justified. Angola is one of the largest and, potentially, richest countries of the region. Its internal crisis is indeed having a negative impact, not only on Angola, but also on the security, stability and economies of the neighbouring countries and many others in the area. Major efforts are currently under way, especially within the framework of the SADC, to stimulate economic development in the area. Of course, these efforts would be greatly enhanced if true reconciliation and true peace were restored in Angola.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“However, as has already been said, the quartering of troops is moving along with great uncertainty, raising doubts about whether UNITA is holding back its true combatants. Moreover, the weapons being handed in are almost always old and unusable. Preparations for the unification of the Angolan Armed Forces are still at the preliminary stage. The delay in sending to Luanda the last four commanding officers expected to join the Angolan Armed Forces is one more reason for serious concern. Mr. Savimbi' s non-participation in the summit meeting of the States members of the Southern African Development Community on 2 October - despite his previous and precise commitment to attend - is very upsetting.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“Last but not least, Italy fully associates itself with the statement to be made later by Ireland on behalf of the European Union. The latest developments in Angola are disappointing. The implementation of the Lusaka Protocol is encountering major difficulties and setbacks. Long-standing commitments are not being respected. As the report of the Secretary- General makes very clear, the main responsibility for these failures lies with UNITA. The hope that UNITA's Third Extraordinary Congress would restore momentum to the peace process has been dashed. Although the Congress confirmed the principle that UNITA should be transformed into a political party, it is clearly wavering at this fundamental juncture. Fortunately, for the most part, the ceasefire continues to be respected.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“Their presence, and that of the Permanent Representative of South Africa, our good friend Ambassador Jele, is the most valid testimony to the regional dimension of the situation in Angola, and their participation in our debate offers us a crucial African perspective on the events we are being called upon to assess in making our decision. I also wish to address my heartfelt thanks to the Secretary-General and to his Special Representative, Maitre Alionne Blondin Beye, whose unwavering commitment is one of the highest examples of diplomatic talent and sacrifice for a just cause. Needless to say, the troika of observers of the peace process, and the countries contributing troops to the Angola operation, are equally entitled to our appreciation and gratitude.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“Let me take this opportunity to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of October. The Italian delegation is sure that under your wise guidance our work this month will be successful. At the same time, I wish very much to thank your predecessor, Ambassador Alfredo Lopes Cabral of Guinea-Bissau, for his exemplary leadership of our work last month. Today, on behalf of Italy, I wish to warmly welcome to the Council the delegation of Foreign Ministers of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), which is led by the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Stanislaus Mudenge, and includes the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Angola, Venancio de Moura; of Botswana, Mompati Meraflie; and of Mozambique, Leonardo Simao.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“Meanwhile, we join the appeal of other members of the Security Council to the Israelis and the Palestinians to stop fighting. Action must be taken rapidly to appease restless consciences. We believe that, in the current phase, this is the primary, though not exclusive responsibility of the Israeli Government. The good will, commitment and courage that have been invested in the peace process must not be squandered. This is the sincere hope, this is the expectation of the Italian Government, of our Parliament and of our entire people.”
1996-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3698Resumption1 (1996) · source
“It needs to take action that will demonstrate that it really remains committed to peace." In fact, there are concrete measures that the Israeli Government can take unilaterally to implement its commitments in a concrete way and to dispel the misgivings and deeply felt concerns, not only of the Palestinians and of the Arabs, but of many other countries whose voices we have heard this morning. Such measures were also discussed at the meeting some weeks ago between President Arafat and Prime Minister Netanyahu. Like the great majority of nations, Italy hopes that all the frantic efforts being made in these very hours to save the peace process may be truly successful. But they must be successful quickly because there is not one minute to lose.”
1996-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3698Resumption1 (1996) · source
“The European Union troika - that is to say, Ireland, Italy and the Netherlands - met with the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Israel here in New York on Wednesday, 25 September, to express grave concern over a possible escalation of the conflict and disquiet over the current fragility of the peace process. The European Union troika also reiterated the Florence Declaration of 19 June 1996, according to which the Oslo agreements are the only way to achieve a lasting peace in the Middle East. In line with these European steps, the Prime Minister of Italy, the Honourable Romano Prodi, personally contacted President Arafat by phone. As the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy, Lamberto Dini said yesterday: "N ow Israel needs to send a signal.”
1996-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3698Resumption1 (1996) · source
“It seems that the ensuing clashes were the heaviest in many years. And, according to reports, this morning - this morning alone - in a third day of violence, 10 more people lost their lives. Needless to say, such an event is a setback for the peace process; worse than that, it could turn back the clock that until now had been marking the hours of hope. In fact, the concrete risk is that the situation may spin out of control - that violence will beget more violence. I would like to recall at this point that the Irish Presidency of the European Union had appealed to all the parties concerned to immediately stop the violent confrontation and resume negotiation.”
1996-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3698Resumption1 (1996) · source
“Not even the tragic assassination of Prime Minister Rabin could stop it. When the new Israeli Government was installed, its commitment to continue to implement the peace agreements was greeted with profound satisfaction by the entire international community. Unfortunately, in the past three days, a spiral of events has taken place that is threatening the very foundation of this peace process. One of the deepest values of mankind, religious sentiment, has entered the fray. Feelings like this obviously risk igniting powerful emotional reactions, as was unfortunately confirmed by the grave events that followed. Something unprecedented has now occurred. For the very first time, the Palestinian police and the Israeli soldiers, who are supposed to be together leading the way to peace, exchanged gunfire instead.”
1996-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3698Resumption1 (1996) · source
“Almost exactly three years ago, on 13 September 1993, we witnessed a great moment in contemporary history: the Prime Minister of Israel, Yitzhak Rabin, and the Palestinian leader, Yasser Arafat, shook hands on the White House lawn, marking the start of a peace process that until then had seemed absolutely impossible. This happened because of the dedication, tenacity and hard work of men and women of good will from several countries who never lost faith. They overcame difficulties that had been considered insurmountable for many years. The Nobel Peace Prize awarded to the two main architects of this watershed sanctioned the transition to a new era in relations between the Israelis and Palestinians. Since then, amid enormous and ongoing difficulties, and at times misunderstandings, the peace process has continued.”
1996-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3698Resumption1 (1996) · source