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“It is vital that Iran put an end to such activities and fully abide by the resolutions adopted by the Council. Given the mounting nuclear and regional tensions in the Middle East, there is a vital need to de-escalate and reach a political settlement through ongoing diplomatic efforts and a commitment by all parties. France, alongside its partners, stands ready to engage to create the necessary conditions, promote the achievement of a political settlement and foster a de-escalation of tensions. Our commitment to the JCPOA remains intact, as does our determination to pursue our efforts on the basis of a broad and long-term approach to its preservation.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“It is clear for us that Iran bears responsibility therefor, as we established last September with our British and German partners. Furthermore, Iran continues to carry out particularly destabilizing missile-related activities. I would mention its efforts to develop a ballistic programme that is at variance with resolution 2231 (2015). Iran is deploying efforts, which France has flagged in the Council on a number of occasions along with its British and German partners, to improve the precision, reach and lethality of those missiles. Beyond the development of a domestic programme, Iran continues to engage in ballistic material and technology transfers to State and non-State actors in the Middle East, which attests to its non-compliance with several Council resolutions; these transfers are particularly destabilizing.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“Iran must immediately return to full compliance with its commitments under the J CPOA and refrain from taking any additional measures at variance with the agreement. The commitments that have been undertaken do not stop with the JCPOA but extend to cover the whole of resolution 2231 (2015). We are especially troubled by the information highlighted by the Secretary-General in his report vis-a-vis the ongoing non-compliance by Iran with several of the agreement's provisions. I am referring here to various arms transfers to two other actors in the Middle East, which must end. We have taken note of the information in the report regarding the dual attack conducted on 14 September last targeting Saudi oil facilities.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“The E3 and the European Union (EU), for their part, fully complied with their commitments, including the lifting of sanctions set out under the agreement, and went beyond that by making efforts to facilitate legitimate trade between Europe and Iran. Today's meeting is being held amid alarming uncertainty. Like the Secretary-General, France deplored the decision by the United States to withdraw from the JCPOA and to reinstate national sanctions against Iran. We are deeply concerned by the nuclear measures taken by Iran since July last, which the IAEA has described in its various reports. These recurrent actions are at variance with the provisions of the JCPOA and indicate a regrettable departure from the agreement on the part of Iran and a serious threat of nuclear proliferation.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“Mrs. Gueguen (France) (spoke in French): At the outset, I wish to thank the briefers for their statements and the Secretariat for its thorough and detailed report and for its commitment and professionalism. It may rest assured of our full support. We are meeting today for the eighth time in this format since the entry into force of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), on 16 January 2016. Its adoption was the outcome of the tireless efforts undertaken by the international community to achieve the common goal of ending the serious nuclear-proliferation crisis in the region. The merits of the agreement in terms of non-proliferation have been established and verified by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), which confirmed that up until July 2019, Iran had complied with its nuclear commitments.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, I wish to reiterate that a lasting end cannot be put to the humanitarian tragedy that Syrian women and men are enduring without a credible political process. Beyond the humanitarian response, only an inclusive political solution can bring the suffering of the Syrian people to an end. I would like in this regard to reiterate that until a credible political solution has been resolutely implemented, France, like its partners in the European Union, will not participate in the funding ofreconstruction. Resolution 2254 (2015) remains our road map, and all its components must be implemented. We will have the opportunity tomorrow, during our meeting with the Special Envoy, to return to this topic and reflect on the insufficient progress made in the context of the Geneva process despite his efforts.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“In view of the displacement of over 70,000 more people in November and the setting in of winter, everything must be done to restore the ceasefire in Idlib. No-one denies the fact that the fight against terrorism is a crucial issue, but it cannot be used to justify violations of international humanitarian law. Those responsible for such acts must be held accountable before the courts. Evidence will not be buried, thanks to the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism to Assist in the Investigation and Prosecution of Persons Responsible for the Most Serious Crimes under International Law Committed in the Syrian Arab Republic. We call for cooperation with all mechanisms that contribute to the fight against impunity for the crimes committed in Syria.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“France calls on members of the Council to demonstrate unity and responsibility in preserving the indispensable cross-border humanitarian assistance mechanism by renewing resolution 2165 (2014) for a further 12 months. As we have been tirelessly repeating, respect for international humanitarian law by all is essential and non-negotiable. The protection of civilians, including humanitarian and medical personnel, is an absolute priority. We reiterate our condemnation of the attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure, especially medical infrastructure, and most notably those that have taken place in north-western Syria. The board of inquiry set up by the Secretary-General on those attacks, to which we give our full support, should make it possible to shed full light on those incidents.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“With regard to border crossings, the Al-Yarubiyah border crossing is of vital importance, as it is the route oftransport for 40 per cent of medicines destined for humanitarian operations in the north-east. Certain among us insist that cross-border humanitarian assistance is no longer necessary, following the regime's recovery of several territories, particularly in the south-west. We know, however, that humanitarian access to those areas is still largely hampered by Damascus. In that regard, we call once again on those actors that hold influence over Damascus to guarantee safe, comprehensive and unobstructed humanitarian access throughout the entire Syrian territory - including those areas in which the regime has recently regained control - in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions and international humanitarian law.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“Allow me to give a brief reminder as to why. First, cross-border humanitarian assistance is crucial to bringing aid to the more than 4 million people in need, as the regime of Bashar Al-Assad continues to hinder humanitarian access and use humanitarian assistance for political purposes, at a time when the situation remains unstable throughout the country, including in those areas regained by the regime. There is therefore no alternative. Secondly, the Syrian population is preparing to face the rigours of a new winter of war. As in previous years, it is essential to have access to the population throughout the Syrian territory by the most direct roads and the fastest means. The survival of millions of men, women and children depend on it.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“Mrs. Gueguen (France) (Spoke in French): At the outset, I extend my sincere thanks to Ms. Ursula Mueller for her briefing. I welcome the participation of the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Kuwait at this meeting. And I fully echo the congratulations expressed by Ambassador Heusgen to Kuwait on its outstanding contribution to the work of the Security Council. I will not repeat the figures cited by the Under-Secretary-General, as they speak for themselves - cross-border humanitarian assistance is essential and irreplaceable. The renewal of the United Nations cross-border humanitarian assistance mechanism is imperative. Humanitarian agencies, the Secretariat, starting with the Secretary-General himself, and the countries of the region are all insistent on the need to preserve that mechanism.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“The eradication of hostile groups, the normalization of the extractive sector, legal and fiscal harmonization and the establishment of regional cooperation in customs and police matters require the commitment of all States and subregional organizations. France hopes that all the political leaders of the region will fully seize the available opportunities to definitively turn the page of the past and build together a future in partnership.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8692 (2019) · source
“The United Nations, international financial institutions and bilateral and multilateral partners must all mobilize in support of the Democratic Republic of the Congo so as to enable it to achieve these objectives. MONUSCO will not be able to do so alone. The Democratic Republic of the Congo can count on the support of France. We have already planned support of â‚¬300 million over the next five years. Finally, in addition to these partners, it is first and foremost the region that is called upon to mobilize. The Great Lakes region has enormous development potential and the States of the region have a collective destiny to develop it. This objective has been rooted in the Addis Ababa Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework since 2013.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8692 (2019) · source
“But beyond MONUSCO, the Democratic Republic of the Congo will need the help of all its partners in order to fully implement the reforms necessary for the lasting stabilization of the country. I am thinking of justice and security sector reform, and the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process in particular, both of which are essential to ending the violence that continues to affect parts of the country. I am also thinking of the development programmes carried out by President Tshilombo Tshisekedi and his Government, which are aimed at promoting more equitable access to available resources and basic services and at thereby reducing tensions, particularly between communities.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8692 (2019) · source
“That is why the Council calls in particular on the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the United Nations to jointly develop a transition strategy that will make it possible to clearly determine the priorities to be implemented in order to meet the prerequisites for the eventual withdrawal of MONUSCO, in what the independent strategic review called a transitional compact for lasting peace. This initiative will make it possible to concentrate efforts on the east of the country, which is still in the grip of violent clashes, while pursuing efforts to consolidate the State and its institutions. Through the resolution, the Security Council also recalls its expectations regarding the protection of civilians, which is at the heart of MONUSCO'S Chapter VII mandate and which is the responsibility of the entire Mission.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8692 (2019) · source
“Mrs. Gueguen (France) (spoke in French): France welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2502 (2019), renewing the mandate of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO). By this resolution, the Security Council seeks to endorse the emergence of the Democratic Republic of the Congo into a new phase of its history and to mark the importance of the partnership between the United Nations and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in order to contribute jointly to the protection of civilians and to stabilize the country.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8692 (2019) · source
“It is important that the new monitoring mechanism announced by IGAD can be set up as soon as possible and that the group of five African States mandated by the African Union to support IGAD's mediation efforts in South Sudan be able to do so fully. The Council as a whole must reflect on the best way for the United Nations to support regional efforts. The good offices and technical expertise provided by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan are valuable and should be continued. In conclusion, the Council has put in place a sanctions regime that allows us to list any individual who may hinder the smooth conduct of the peace process. It is important that the Council use the full range of tools and leverage at its disposal in order to ensure that the peace process is not disrupted.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“However, the recent incidences of violations of the freedom of expression and violence against journalists are very worrisome. The guarantors of the Revitalized Peace Agreement and the stakeholders in the region should continue in their endeavours. In fact, only concerted regional pressure will encourage the parties to make the necessary concessions. In that regard, France congratulates the Sudan on its assumption of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) chairmanship. We encourage the Sudanese authorities to remain fully mobilized on this issue. Our appeal also concerns the Ugandan authorities, which have a crucial role to play in ensuring compliance with the new pre-transitional timeline.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“I would recall that it befalls all parties to guarantee safe and unhindered access to all those in need of humanitarian assistance, which involves the protection of humanitarian and medical personnel as well as civilian infrastructure. It is also essential to continue the fight against sexual violence and the recruitment of child soldiers. The establishment of the hybrid court under the agreement would help to combat impunity and reduce the scale of the violence. In that connection, I would like to ask Mr. Shearer how soon that could happen. Moreover, peace will be sustainable only if it is inclusive. The active and meaningful participation of women and respect for the quotas provided for in the agreement are crucial. An inclusive peace also requires an open political space.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“We are aware that the issue of internal borders lies at the heart of the conflict. That issue may not be resolved definitively in the immediate future. In the short term, it is important that the parties demonstrate a spirit of compromise and agree at least on the number of states and a negotiation mechanism. The parties also need to continue making headway in the implementation of security arrangements. Furthermore, both Government and opposition officials must reaffirm their commitment to upholding the ceasefire, which must be a top priority as the lives of millions of civilians depend upon it. We are acutely aware that the humanitarian situation remains tragic, having been exacerbated by floods that have affected more than 900,000 people since November.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“France calls on the South Sudanese Government and the opposition to use the next 65 days to create the conditions necessary for the formation of a Government of national unity. The tasks to be completed are known. Some can be achieved immediately. In that regard, we are pleased that the $40 million required to implement the agreement have been provided to the National Pre-transitional Committee. It is now necessary to expedite the practical implementation of those funds while ensuring accountability for the expenditure. The Government must also issue a passport to Riek Machar and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development must clarify his status and guarantee him freedom of movement. France encourages the parties to show political will and not to allow certain issues to delay the formation of the Government of national unity.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“Mrs. Gueguen (France) (spoke in French): Iwish to begin by thanking Mr. Shearer, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for South Sudan, for his briefing and particularly for his commitment and that of his team on the ground. I also thank Ambassador Wronecka for her briefing and her work as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015), concerning South Sudan. There is an urgent need to form a transitional Government. The postponement from 7 November to 20 February must be the last. It is indeed essential to stay the course set out under the Revitalized Peace Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan. That is our only option. The announcement made this morning must therefore be acted upon.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“Indeed, it is our goal and our common responsibility here in the Security Council to create conditions conducive to peace and security, which will make it possible for young people in Afghanistan to take charge of their own destiny and together build a better future.”
2019-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8687 (2019) · source
“Humanitarian and medical personnel must be protected, as must civilian and humanitarian infrastructure, and unimpeded humanitarian access must be ensured throughout Afghan territory. Humanitarian response is essential but insufficient. We also must heed and fully take into account the aspirations of Afghan young people, as expressed strongly by Ms. Aisha Khurram. The most important aspiration of young Afghans is an end to violence as well as lasting peace, which will require a just and inclusive process based on respect for the rights of all and for basic equality between men and women. France, which has long-standing and deep ties with the great country of Afghanistan, will not waver in its support for Afghanistan's efforts to achieve that goal. We around this table have converging goals and messages, which is key.”
2019-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8687 (2019) · source
“In that context, it is important that the discussions between the United States and the Taliban lead to a significant reduction in the violence in order to make it possible to establish a ceasefire during future inter-Afghan peace negotiations. The civilian population, in particular women and children, continue to pay a high price, which is unacceptable. The attack on 3 December in Jalalabad that killed Dr. Tetsu Nakamura, founder and senior official of the non-governmental organization Peace Japan Medical Services, as well as five Afghans, is shocking, and France condemns it in the strongest terms. International humanitarian law must be upheld, and we are duty-bound to ensure that it is respected.”
2019-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8687 (2019) · source
“In that regard, I commend her, as well as Ambassador Pierce, on their successful launching of the Group of Friends of Women in Afghanistan, in which I am very honoured to participate. Further progress is also needed to improve governance, eliminate corruption and combat drugs. The continued elevated levels of violence in Afghanistan remain a source of constant concern for my country. Civilian casualties have reached their highest level since 2009, as Mr. Yamamoto just recalled. Combating terrorism must remain a priority. We have just renewed the mandate of the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, and the commitment of the United Nations alongside the Afghan people in the fight against terrorism must continue.”
2019-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8687 (2019) · source
“The Independent Election Commission must communicate more openly and systematically throughout the entire vote-counting process in order to build that trust and prepare for a conclusive announcement of the results. The next Government can best ensure its success by peacefully and democratically accepting the results. The latter will have the difficult task of leading the inter-Afghan peace process. In order to ensure lasting results, that process must be inclusive and leave no segment of the population behind. In order to ensure lasting peace, we will also need to maintain the gains made in the areas ofjustice, the rule of law and respect for fundamental freedoms, particularly the rights and freedoms of Afghan women, which Ambassador Raz has been eloquently defending here at the United Nations.”
2019-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8687 (2019) · source
“Yamamoto, UNAMA has made outstanding progress in the area of human rights, in particular in women's rights, and the path to democracy. We must maintain that progress. As we await the results of the 28 September election, I would first like to commend the men and women of Afghanistan for the courage they showed in braving the threats to go to the polling stations. Although certainly lower than in previous elections, the level of electoral participation was nevertheless encouraging, and despite the technical difficulties, we can conclude that the voting process was satisfactory. But that is only a first step. The credibility of the elections now depends on the results being announced and accepted by all of the candidates. To that end, the vote-counting process must be transparent.”
2019-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8687 (2019) · source
“Mrs. Gueguen (France) (spoke in French): I, too, wish to thank Special Representative Tadamichi Yamamoto for his insightful briefing. I also thank Ms. Aisha Khurram, who gave us an opportunity to hear the voice of the youth of Afghanistan, as well as Ambassador Adela Raz of Afghanistan, who, as usual, very eloquently advocated on behalf of her country. I would also like to commend Mr. Yamamoto's commitment to an Afghanistan on the road to lasting peace and thank him for his constant efforts. Afghanistan will not be able to take that path alone. The international and regional commitments to the Afghan people must be unified and unfailing. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) is the embodiment of that support on the ground. Under the leadership of Mr.”
2019-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8687 (2019) · source
“Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Le Drian visited Iraq in October to recall the importance of the strategic partnership between our two countries and express France's support in the fight against Da'esh and beyond. We intend to remain partners in the stabilization and reconstruction of the country and lend our support to Iraqis at this crucial time for the future of the country.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“UNAMI's efforts to support the dialogue between Baghdad and Erbil and its commitment to contribute to the resolution of the issue of the missing persons of the Gulf War are also crucial. We recall the importance of the work being carried out in consultation with all segments of civil society, in particular with regard to strengthening women's participation in public life. UNAMI's action will also be instrumental in helping Iraq adopt needed economic and social reforms. On the path to democratic dialogue and the reform necessary to avoid the twin pitfalls ofcommunitarianism and corruption, Iraq must be able to count on the resolute support of the international community, and the Council must remain mobilized alongside Iraq in the years ahead. For its part, France will remain a steadfast partner to support Iraq's imperatives.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“I would mention in particular the electoral law reform, the effective reintegration of paramilitary groups under the authority of the Prime Minister and the adoption of robust anti-corruption measures. France fully supports the efforts of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Hennis- Plasschaert in that regard. I would like to commend here her firm commitment to overcoming the crisis in a concerted manner. Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian met with her yesterday and expressed his support. We also support the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), in particular its efforts to promote reconciliation among the various components of Iraqi society, stabilization, especially in disputed territories, and the political process.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“Real progress has been made in recent years. It must be preserved, especially with regard to the strides made in the fight against Da'esh. We recalled that point at the meeting of the Global Coalition against Da'esh held at France's initiative in Washington, D.C., on 14 November. Iraqis know that they are not alone against Da'esh and that they can count on the support of the international community. At the same time, however, it is important to provide a credible response to the aspirations expressed by Iraqis in recent weeks. That hinges on genuine and democratic dialogue, which, as Archbishop Warda mentioned, is the only way to safeguard Iraq's stability over the long term. To create the conditions for such a dialogue, Iraq must quickly form a Government capable of adopting the necessary emergency measures.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“Given that crisis, which is unprecedented since the military victory against Da'esh, inaction is not an option. Without a swift and credible response, further Violence and deterioration of the economic and social situation could plunge Iraq into chaos. Such a tipping point would bring about consequences not only for Iraq but also for the stability of the Middle East and international security. Da'esh cannot but benefit from the destabilization of Iraq. We are aware of the scale of the challenges facing the country: the threat of a Da'esh resurgence; the consequences of the war in Syria, further aggravated by the Turkish offensive in the north-east of the country; the worrisome situation of refugees and displaced persons; a social fabric weakened by years of conflict; and an economy in need of rebuilding.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“The systematic crackdown on demonstrators and the excessive and disproportionate use of force against them, which has led to the deaths of more than 400 Iraqis, is unacceptable. France strongly condemns them. We extend our condolences to the families of the victims and our support to the injured. The circumstances of such repression must be fully brought to light, and those responsible must be brought to justice. We call on the Iraqi authorities to guarantee the freedom of expression, assembly and demonstration, as provided for in the country's Constitution. Threats against health workers, the intimidation of journalists and human rights defenders and the arbitrary arrests of demonstrators must stop. All parties must refrain from using violence.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“Mrs. Gueguen (France) (spoke in French): I would like to congratulate you, Madam President, on your presidency of the Security Council this month, and to assure you of our support. I also warmly congratulate Ambassador Karen Pierce on the United Kingdom's excellent presidency last month. And I thank Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, Mr. Robert Mardini and Archbishop Warda for their very informative briefings. Iraq, a country that has suffered so much, is going through a period that is critical to its democratic future. Since 1 October, the Iraqi people have been making legitimate demands - demands for a life in dignity and freedom, as Ms. Hennis-Plasschaert has just pointed out - in the context of demonstrations that have remained essentially peaceful.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“France will continue to support women victims of Da'esh through its support to the reparations fund for victims of sexual violence launched by Mr. Denis Mukwege and Nadia Murad, to which we have allocated â‚¬6.2 million. Lastly, France contributes to training Iraqi magistrates. We are convinced that combating ISIL on the ground is just one aspect of that fight. Establishing the truth about crimes committed by ISIL and punishing the perpetrators in judicial proceedings that meet the highest international standards are equally essential to restoring lasting peace. In conclusion, the Council must remain mobilized to prevent the resurgence of Da'esh in all its aspects. We must continue to support the efforts of the Iraqi authorities to overcome those challenges and help UNITAD to further enhance its work and sustain it.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“I wish to once again welcome the determination of the Iraqi authorities to incorporate combating impunity for all crimes into efforts to stabilize, rebuild and reconcile all components of Iraqi society, which is key to preventing any resurgence of Da'esh. As the Council knows, France is committed to working with the Iraqis in combating Da'esh in all its aspects. That message of solidarity was delivered by Mr. Jean-Yves Le Drian, Minister for Foreign Affairs, during his visit to Iraq last month. France has allocated more than â‚¬70 million to humanitarian assistance and stabilization efforts in Iraq in direct support for victims of Da'esh. In 2019, France also set up a programme to host 100 Yazidi women, who were victims of Da'esh, and their families in line with the commitments made by the President of the Republic.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“The end goal is to use the evidence in proceedings against members of Da'esh with full respect for the principles and best practices of the United Nations. In that regard, it is important to recall the unwavering position of the United Nations with regard to not transferring any evidence in the context of judicial cases where the death penalty could be imposed in any place under any circumstances. Cooperation is also essential with the relevant United Nations mechanisms, in particular the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq, which has a significantly expanded mandate to combat impunity and protect human rights. Finally.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“We will continue to support him in enabling victims to obtain justice. It is vital that the role of victims, their suffering and their needs be fully acknowledged. In that context, the setting up of a witness interview facility in northern Iraq is an important step forward that will allow survivors to engage with investigators in a safe environment. It is important that the highest standards of witness and victim protection be applied. Next, I wish to commend the close cooperation between the Investigative Team and judicial authorities, in particular the Iraqi judicial system. I congratulate it on its close dialogue with the Iraqi authorities, which is very positive and which, we hope, will allow it to enhance its data sets.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“Lastly, I welcome the presence of the Iraqi Ambassador here among us, which shows that the international community and Iraq are working hand in hand to fight impunity for crimes committed by Da'esh in response to Iraq's request to the Security Council. First, I wish to return to the progress made by the Investigative Team since its establishment. The Team is now fully able to carry out the mandate entrusted to it by the Council under resolution 2379 (2017), namely, to collect, preserve and store evidence in Iraq of acts that may amount to war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. The analytical work that Mr. Khan and the Team have begun doing concerning mass graves is essential in order to fully investigate the facts and to establish under Iraqi or third-country jurisdictions accountability for those who committed crimes.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“Mrs. Gueguen (France) (spoke in French): I would first like to thank the members of the Council for their condolences on the tragic loss of French soldiers in Mali. I am still moved by the poignant testimony of Mr. Kachi, which reminds us of the importance of our collective commitment. I sincerely thank him for his briefing and express my deepest appreciation to him. I also wish to thank the Special Adviser, Mr. Karim Khan, for his briefing and I commend the work that he has done. To date, some 100 people, more than half of whom are women, have been recruited in order to enable the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant to effectively implement its mandate.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“Such an environment is crucial for the holding of free and fair elections, under United Nations observation, in which all Syrians participate, including those who have fled the war. All of those elements are fundamental to a credible political solution. Until such a solution is firmly in place, France, like its partners in the European Union, will not participate in financing reconstruction.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“The third point I would like to reiterate is our support for the Syrian political process, which is the only way out of war. Outside of the humanitarian response, only an inclusive political solution can put an end to the suffering of the Syrian people. Resolution 2254 (2015) remains our road map and must be implemented in all its components. The launch of the Constitutional Committee is a starting point, but progress must be made parallel to other aspects of the political process. That means creating a safe and neutral environment. It means that weapons must be silent throughout the entire territory. It also requires confidence-building measures, specifically the release of detained and abducted persons. In addition, there must be complete clarity on the fate of victims of forced disappearances.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“The continuation of hostilities also serves to underline that conditions are not in place to allow the return of refugees in conditions that respect international law. The fight against terrorism is an indisputable crucial issue for all of us, but it cannot be used to justify the flagrant violations of international humanitarian law that we are witnessing. Those who commit such acts will have to be held accountable before the courts. We call for the cooperation of all parties with the board of inquiry and with the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism to Assist in the Investigation and Prosecution of Persons Responsible for the Most Serious Crimes under International Law Committed in the Syrian Arab Republic.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“We strongly condemn attacks, specifically by the regime, against civilians and civilian infrastructure, especially against humanitarian and medical infrastructure. We are very concerned about reports of new strikes on four medical facilities in Idlib last week. The intensification of fighting in the north-west in recent weeks is unacceptable. The board of inquiry set up by the Secretary-General on those attacks, to which we give our full support, should make it possible to shed light on those incidents. Everything must be done to restore the ceasefire in Idlib. It is essential to make progress in three directions in the north-east - the continued fight against terrorism, the protection of the civilian population and the full implementation of the humanitarian response.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“The development of a first instalment of the Syria Cross-border Humanitarian Fund for north- east Syria should be encouraged in that regard and represents a major step in addressing the needs of more than 700,000 displaced people in the region. We call once again on actors with influence over Damascus to ensure safe, full and unhindered humanitarian access throughout Syrian territory, including in areas where the regime has recently regained control and where access remains particularly inadequate, in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions and international humanitarian law. The second point I would like to highlight, which we tirelessly repeat, is that respect for international humanitarian law by all is essential and not negotiable. The protection of civilians must be an absolute priority.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“France calls on the members of the Council to show unity and responsibility in preserving this essential asset by adopting another technical rollover of resolution 2165 (2014). There is no alternative to helping the millions of people in need while the regime of Bashar Al-Assad continues to use humanitarian aid for political purposes. The Syrian population is preparing to face the rigours of a new winter of war. As in previous years, it is imperative to have access to the whole Syrian territory by the most direct roads and the fastest means. The survival of men, women and children depend upon it. It also means maintaining the whole-of-Syria aid architecture and maintaining the role of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Amman, which is crucial.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“Mrs. Gueguen (France) (spoke in French): At the outset, I thank Mr. Mark Lowcock for his briefing and, in particular, for sharing with us his assessment of the functioning of the cross-border assistance mechanism. The first point I would like to make is that we must take every possible action to ensure humanitarian access throughout Syrian territory. I will not repeat the figures cited by Mr. Lowcock because they speak for themselves. Cross-border humanitarian aid is essential and irreplaceable. That point is clearly demonstrated by the ever-growing number of recipients of cross-border aid, at a time when hostilities continue in north-eastern and north-western Syria.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8664 (2019) · source
“I would be equally interested to know what other information he might be able to share with us with regard to the activities that the police component of MONUSCO is carrying out in helping deal with the Ebola crisis.”
2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8661 (2019) · source