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1. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Yemen to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed, Special Envoy of the Secretary- General for Yemen, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I give the floor to Mr. Ould Cheikh Ahmed.”

   2016-08-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7765 (2016) · source

2. “I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.50 am.”

   2016-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7764 (2016) · source

3. “Antonio de Aguiar Patriota, Chair of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission and Permanent Representative of Brazil, and His Excellency Mr. Luis Bermudez, Deputy Permanent Representative of Uruguay and representative of the Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2048 (2012), concerning Guinea-Bissau. I now give the floor to Mr. Toure.”

   2016-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7764 (2016) · source

4. “I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2016/675, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on developments in Guinea-Bissau and the activities of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau. I also wish to draw members attention to document S/20l6/720, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the progress made with regard to stabilization and restoration of constitutional order in Guinea-Bissau At this meeting, the Security Council will hear briefings by Mr. Modibo Toure', Special Representative ofthe Secretary- General and Head ofthe United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau, His Excellency Mr.”

   2016-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7764 (2016) · source

5. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Guinea-Bissau and Timor-Leste to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Modibo Toure, Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau, and His Excellency Mr. Antonio de Aguiar Patriota, Chair of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission and Permanent Representative of Brazil. The Security Councilwill now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

   2016-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7764 (2016) · source

6. “I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show ofhands. In favour: Angola, China, Egypt, France, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Russian Federation, Senegal, Spain, Ukraine, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Uruguay and Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) The President: The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2305 (2016). The meeting rose at 10.10 am.”

   2016-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7763 (2016) · source

7. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of the Israel, Italy and Lebanon to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2016/744, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by Angola, Egypt, France, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Senegal, Spain, Ukraine, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the United States of America. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2016/681, which contains the text of a letter dated 3 August 2016 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it.”

   2016-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7763 (2016) · source

8. “I thank Mr. Mladenov for his briefing. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.20 am.”

   2016-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7762 (2016) · source

9. “In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, Special Coordinator for Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General, to participate in this meeting. On behalf ofthe Council, I welcome Mr. Mladenov, who is joining today's meeting via video-teleconference from Jerusalem. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I now give the floor to MIadenov.”

   2016-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7762 (2016) · source

10. “We are also concerned at the unproductive exchanges we often witness in the Council Chamber regarding the issue of Kosovo, which runs contrary to the necessary spirit of reconciliation, constructive engagement and normalization of relations. Lastly, I join my other colleagues in reaffirming support for UNMIK, which continues to play a key role in promoting security, stability and respect for human rights in Kosovo. We also commend the leadership of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the important role of the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and the Kosovo Force in ensuring peace, security and the rule oflaw in Kosovo. I now rcsumc my functions as President of the The meeting rose at 12.25p.m, Security Council.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

11. “With regard to the latest developments during the reporting period, we welcome the Assembly of Kosovo's adoption of the law on preventing money-laundering and terrorist financing. With regard to the Kosovo Specialist Chambers, based in the Netherlands, we note that the court has not yet started functioning, as it is currently awaiting approval from the Netherlands Parliament. Malaysia sees value in the call for a reduction in the frequency of the Council's meetings on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). We concur with the view that the situation in Kosovo does not merit the current level of attention on the part of the Council.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

12. “We also welcome the progress made in the integration of judges, prosecutors and support staff from the Serbian judicial system into the Kosovo system, as part of the 15-point Brussels Agreement in 2013. We urge both sides to further intensify efforts to implement the outstanding commitments set out in the Brussels Agreement by engaging constructively with each other in a spirit of dialogue and cooperation. In particular, we wish to see further progress on establishing the association of Serb-majority municipalities, on the energy and telecommunications sector and on the opening of the Mitrovica bridge. Malaysia commends the ongoing efforts by the Kosovo Government to counter terrorism, violent extremism and radicalization.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

13. “The economy seems to be steadily recovering, following the implementation of reform measures on the part of the Kosovo Government. We call on the leaders of Kosovo to remain steadfast in implementing the socioeconomic reforms, particularly in tackling the problem of unemployment. Those reforms are especially important in view of Kosovo's aspiration to achieve European integration, with a view to promoting peace, stability and prosperity for Kosovo and the region. On the political front, Malaysia has noted in the report (S/2016/666) of the Secretary-General a significant reduction in the number of violent protests by various parties in Kosovo. Such protests had featured prominently in prior reports of the Secretary-General.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

14. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Malaysia. My delegation welcomes His Excellency Mr. Ivica Dacie, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia, and Ambassador Vlora Citaku back to New York and thanks them for their statements. We also thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Zahir Tanin for his briefing. Malaysia congratulates Serbia on its formation of a new Government following the recent general elections, and His Excellency Mr. Dacic in particular on his reappointment. We also congratulate Kosovo for its participation in the Olympic games in Rio de Janeiro and for winning a gold medal in its first-ever, and memorable, participation in the Olympics. Malaysia is encouraged by the improvements in the political and economic situation in Kosovo.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

15. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2016/666, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo. I now give the floor to Mr. Tanin.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

16. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Serbia to participate in this meeting. On behalf of the Council, I welcome His Excellency Mr. Ivica Daeic', First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules ofprocedure, I invite Mr. Zahir Tanin, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo, to participate in this meeting. On behalf of the Council, I welcome Mr. Tanin, who is joining today's meeting via video-teleconference from Pristina. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Ms. Vlora Citaku to participate in this meeting.”

    2016-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7760 (2016) · source

17. “To that end, the Council notes the NLF's commitment to promote the establishment and registration of political parties within two years, starting from the date when the tenth Parliament is elected, ahead of elections in 2020. "The Security Council recognizes that the coming months will be a challenging period for Somalia, it will continue to follow the implementation of elections closely, and underlines its support for peace, stability and development in Somalia." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2016/13. The meeting rose at10'30 am.”

    2016-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7755 (2016) · source

18. “The Security Council urges the Federal Government of Somalia to ensure that the electoral process is conducted in a transparent and credible manner, in a climate of respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, including freedoms of expression and association. In this regard, the Security Council commends the establishment of an Electoral Dispute Resolution Mechanism. The Security Council emphasises the importance of ensuring the Mechanism is independent and implemented without delay. "The Security Council also emphasises the importance of adhering to the political road map between now and 2020, in particular in order to reach one-person, one-vote elections by 2020.”

    2016-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7755 (2016) · source

19. “"The Security Council notes that this electoral process is a historic opportunity to deliver more representative governance to the peop1e of Somalia and to reflect Somalia's diversity. In this regard, the Security Council welcomes the decision of the NLF on representation of minority clans and the Banadiri community. "The Security Council recalls the Federal Government of Somalia's commitment to reserve 30 per cent of seats in the Upper and Lower Houses for women. The Security Council welcomes the further provisions in the NLF communique of 9 August 2016 urging all parties to take the necessary steps to ensure the implementation of these commitments.”

    2016-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7755 (2016) · source

20. “"In this regard, the Security Council notes the consensus decision of the NLF, based on the recommendation of the Somalia's Federal Indirect Electoral Implementation Team, to extend the timeline for the parliamentary electoral process until 25 October 2016, and the timeline for the presidential electoral process until 30 October 2016, to allow for the implementation of the technical modalities for an inclusive process. The Security Council notes the NLF's consensual decision to extend the current mandates of the federal institutions to respect this revised timeline. "The Security Council regrets the delay to the original timeline, and calls on all Somali stakeholders to work constructively to implement the revised calendar without further delay.”

    2016-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7755 (2016) · source

21. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. After consultations among Council members, I have been authorized to make the following statement on their behalf: "The Security Council welcomes the recent meeting of Somalia's National Leadership Forum (NLF) on the implementation of the 2016 national electoral process. "The Security Council welcomes the continued political and security progress in Somalia since 2012, and underscores the need to maintain the momentum towards democratic governance, with an inclusive, transparent and credible electoral process in 2016 as a stepping stone to universal suffrage elections in 2020.”

    2016-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7755 (2016) · source

22. “It was a remarkable achievement made possible by the unwavering belief of the South Sudanese people in peaceful negotiations over conflict and adversity. Our interest and desire are to see that the same spirit will again prevail among the South Sudanese leaders and that they will master the courage and will to reject violence and conflict and recommit themselves to peaceful negotiations. Finally, while we recognize that serious attempts have been made to address the concerns of Council members, we should not lose sight of the fact that the adoption of this resolution marks an important step forward in our collective endeavour to adopt a more proactive approach to addressing the worsening situation that the Secretary-General has described in his letter of 10 August. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council.”

    2016-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7754 (2016) · source

23. “Therefore, Malaysia's support for resolution 2304 (2016) is grounded in our principled position on the need to resolve conflicts through peaceful means, as well as our firm commitment and support for United Nations peacekeeping operations as a tool for the maintenance of international peace and security. In supporting the resolution, we have paid considerable attention to the views and requests from the regional partners, including those of the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development. We commend their leadership role and the solidarity shown by these regional partners to immediate dialogue and to work together with the Transitional Government to restore peace in South Sudan. Five years ago, South Sudan made history by becoming the youngest member of the United Nations.”

    2016-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7754 (2016) · source

24. “It is with that in mind that Malaysia associates itself with resolution 2304 (2016), as it believes that the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), working in close cooperation and coordination with the Transitional Government of National Unity of South Sudan, will henceforth be better equipped to continue playing a pivotal and effective role in ensuring the safety and security of the people of South Sudan. We believe that it is in the interest of all that the necessary enabling environment conducive to the resumption of dialogue be established.”

    2016-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7754 (2016) · source

25. “It is however unfortunate and troubling that the recent progress was not sustained and has been rolled back, which further imperils South Sudan's path to peace, security and prosperity. In that respect, we call on the leaders of South Sudan to urgently prioritize the welfare, safety and security of all the people of South Sudan, regardless of their ethnicity or political affiliations. The population has suffered too long and too much from violence and conflict.”

    2016-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7754 (2016) · source

26. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Malaysia. I wish to first thank the United States and all Council members for their constructive engagement throughout the difficult negotiations on resolution 2304 (2016), which wasjust adopted. While Council members may have divergent views and shades of opinions, the adoption of this important resolution demonstrates the Council's resolve to address the multifaceted challenges faced by South Sudan. We were gratified by the early and promising successes, such as the conclusions of the agreement for conflict resolution in South Sudan and the subsequent establishment of the Transitional Government of National Unity of South Sudan.”

    2016-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7754 (2016) · source

27. “In favour: Angola, France, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Senegal, Spain, Ukraine, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America and Uruguay Abstaining: China, Egypt, Russian Federation and Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) The President: The draft resolution received 11 votes in favour, none against and four abstentions. The draft resolution has been adopted as resolution 2304 (2016). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”

    2016-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7754 (2016) · source

28. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of South Sudan to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2016/705, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United States of America. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by Show ofhands.”

    2016-08-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7754 (2016) · source

29. “The Council only recently welcomed the Iraqi Government's approach, which consisted of applying a pause in the fight against the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant in Fallujah to facilitate the safe passage of civilians, protected from mortars and missiles. The same standard must be applied to Aleppo. We must hasten the political process, abandon these sieges and end this carnage. Delays would only cause more deaths and bring the dehumanizing level of suffering to a new low.”

    2016-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7744 (2016) · source

30. “We welcome a commitment to investigating that unfortunate incident. While we know the importance of the fight against terrorist groups in Syria, such attacks must not be at the expense of civilians. A humanitarian pause at this critical juncture should be given serious consideration. The revolting beheading of a 12-year-old Palestinian boy in Aleppo last week, allegedly perpetrated by a member of the moderate opposition, highlights the plight of children in Aleppo. In addition to more than 200,000 children killed in Menbij last week, the United Nations Children's Fund has reported that a further 235,000 are trapped in the area. Priority must be given to allowing civilians, especially children, to flee to safety from their homes. The unspeakable crimes committed against them must end.”

    2016-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7744 (2016) · source

31. “The promising outlook we had at the beginning of the month quickly diminished, however, with the disturbing news that about 300,000 people in eastern Aleppo had been cut off from humanitarian assistance, thereby triggering death and a constant struggle against starvation. The closure of the Castello road more than a week ago effectively blocked civilian and humanitarian movement, and it is deeply worrying that trapped civilians are being subject to heavy shelling, as violence in Aleppo escalated. Much to our horror, civilian casualties and fatalities are increasing, and hospitals and other medical facilities continue to be targeted and destroyed. Indiscriminate attacks and air strikes in Aleppo resulted, inter alia, in the death of almost 100 civilians in bombings last Tuesday.”

    2016-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7744 (2016) · source

32. “1 thank Under-Secretary- General Stephen O'Brien for his briefing, which brought into the Security Council the gruesome reality of the besieged areas in Syria and the horrendous suffering of the people there. That has prompted my delegation, and me, to ask to take the floor in response. Earlier this month we waited in anticipation as access was granted by the Syrian authorities to the United Nations to bring its humanitarian programme to the 34 out of 35 besieged and hard-to-reach areas, either partially or in full. We had high hope that it was a positive development building on the breakthrough following the 1 June deadline by the International Syria Support Group, and that it would lead to more sustained access to all besieged and hard-to-reach areas.”

    2016-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7744 (2016) · source

33. “The divisiveness of discussions on the nuclear disarmament agenda remains a cause of concern for all of us, particularly for the non-nuclear-weapon States. We therefore urge renewed commitment and action, particularly by the nuclear-weapon States, to provide a fresh impetus and reinvigorate discussions on this agenda, in a collective effort by all the parties concerned to achieve the aim of a world free of nuclear weapons. Before I conclude, I wish to join the Permanent Representative of Ukraine in his statement that yesterday marks the second anniversary of the downing of Malysia Airlines Flight MH-17. I wish to add that we will continue to seek satisfactory explanations for the event that led to the tragedy and strive for justice through the avenues of international law.”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

34. “As we proceed henceforth, Malaysia urges balance, prudence and collective engagement in the Council's work on facilitating the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015). We reaffirm our commitment to work constructively with other Council members, being fully mindful of the need to preserve the Council's unity in the process. We reassert that collective cooperation and continuous engagement by all stakeholders are indispensable to the success of the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015). We wish to also commend the Secretariat's work, particularly in support of the facilitator. Malaysia continues to uphold its belief in the importance of striking a balance in our discussions on the nuclear non-proliferation agenda, particularly on the nuclear disarmament side.”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

35. “This is pertinent particularly given the high interest in the implementation of the resolution on transfers and activities as provided for in paragraph 2 of annex B of resolution 2231 (2015). In an effort to further remove ambiguity and lend transparency to the implementation of the provisions of resolution 2231 (2015), Malaysia welcomes the recommendations made in the Secretary-General's report, particularly on the need to clarify the application of paragraph 6 (b) to all supply, sale or transfer regardless of change, following the participation of Iranian entities in the fifth Iraq Defence Exhibition, held in Baghdad in March. Notwithstanding, the obligations of all Member States to fully implement all the provisions of resolution 2231 (2015) must not be understated.”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

36. “While we understand the concerns that have been voiced with regard to the Islamic Republic of Iran's progress on the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015), we believe that the shared concerns raised about the complexities of the technicalities of the resolution are best addressed through active engagement with Iran. On the Secretary-General's report, Malaysia calls on all parties to continue working constructively together in good faith in order to make significant progress on the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015). We are encouraged by the approach of transparency, outreach and practical guidance, anchored by the facilitator in that regard, to ensure that the main provisions and implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) are well understood.”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

37. “Malaysia believes that the centrality of the JCPOA must continue to underpin the Council's approach, and by extension, the international community's approach towards Iran. Given the historical significance of the Iranian nuclear agreement for the non-proliferation agenda, the value of remaining steadfast in the implementation of the provisions outlined in resolution 2231 (2015) cannot be understated, so as to do justice to the diplomatic efforts of all parties involved in ensuring the success of the JCPOA. Hence, we welcome the crucial set-up of the 2231 (2015) format meeting and the procurement channel and commend the facilitator's stewardship of 2231 (2015) format meetings, as well as the Secretariat's facilitation to provide coordination between the Council and the Joint Commission of the JCPOA.”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

38. “I thank Under-Secretary- General Feltman for his briefing on the Secretary- General's report (S/2016/589), Ambassador Oyarzun Marchesi for his briefing in his capacity as facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015), and Ambassador Vale de Almeida for his briefing on behalf of the Joint Commission of the Joint Comprehensive Plan ofAction (JCPOA) on the report ofthe Procurement Working Group. We welcome the two quarterly reports issued by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) - in March and June, respectively - on the verification and monitoring activities in the Islamic Republic of Iran. Malaysia appreciates the IAEA's efforts to continue verifying the non-diversion of declared nuclear material by Iran under its Safeguards Agreement.”

    2016-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7739 (2016) · source

39. “Therefore, while the Council has endorsed the Middle East Quartet's mediation of the peace process, that does not mean that the Council has abrogated its responsibility with regard to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Instead, the Council should use the various tools at its disposal to strongly support the Quartet's efforts to vigorously influence the parties' behaviour and to salvage the two-State solution. Malaysia stands ready to engage constructively with other Council members in responding to the Secretary- General's message that surely they deserve a horizon of hope.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

40. “Yet, ironically, we demand of the Palestinians that they cease violence, while at the same time we keep closing all doors to legal and legitimate avenues to enable them to achieve their legitimate aspirations through peaceful means. The tragic circumstances of the Palestinian people are nothing new. This Chamber has laboriously debated it for decades. It is time for a change. The conflicting parties need to take affirmative steps to reverse the threats to the two-State solution identified in the report. The role of the Security Council is crucial in overseeing the implementation of the affirmative measures and in creating the conditions for the resumption of meaningful negotiations. Under the Charter of the United Nations, the Security Council is entrusted with the maintenance of international peace and security.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

41. “Needless to say, any attempts to bring their legitimate grievances to the Security Council would be vetoed. Furthermore, when the Palestinians seek peace through the comprehensive Arab Peace Initiative, they found no genuine partner on the other side seeking to bring about a two-State solution and no honest broker with a moral standing to take an objective position and pressure both sides to reach an agreement. Even the French diplomatic initiative has been rejected outright by the occupier. Such are the contextual realities for the occupied Palestinians that have been fomenting anger and despair. Unfortunately, they have found no one who could make a difference to bear witness to their suffering and relieve them from the dehumanizing acts that they are being forced to endure.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

42. “When civil society and the media have tried to highlight gross violations of human rights perpetuated against the Palestinians, they have been arrested, intimidated, defamed or shot down. When Palestinians engage in peaceful demonstrations against the illegal policies of the occupier, they, even children, have been shot at and killed by the Israeli forces. At the international level, when the Palestinians try to seek accountability and justice in regard to war crimes and crimes against humanity by turning to the International Criminal Court, many try to block them and criticize their attempts as unilateral measures. A similar rebuff occurred when the Palestinians have turned to the United Nations to seek protection, even if the effort is completely in line with international law.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

43. “Such a platform would take the form of an impartial judicial system, to which the Palestinians could turn to when their homes are illegally demolished, their lands seized or their family members killed extrajudicially. It may also consist of a political platform for meaningful negotiations to resolve the final status issues or for the exercise of their democratic rights, or a multilateral platform to provide protection from gross violations of human rights. Sadly, they have no recourse to justice. The stark reality is that, when the Palestinians go to the Israeli courts to seek legal regress, such as for violence perpetuated by Israeli forces or settlers against them and their property, 94 per cent of the cases are simply closed without prosecution.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

44. “While we categorically do not condone any acts of violence and terrorism, regardless of the perpetrators and victims, we need to address the factors that trigger the widespread anger, frustration and despair in the first place. Burying our heads in the sand and pretending that the Violence exists in a vacuum defies sound logic and common sense. Until the root causes are addressed, we will be stretching our imagination rather too far if we expect the Palestinians to stop resisting the occupier. There are those who expect the Palestinians to engage in solely peaceful resistance to the repressive occupation, but in order to successfully engage in peaceful resistance, there need to be legal and legitimate avenues and platforms to channel their resistance away from violence.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

45. “In trying to identify threats to the two-State solution, the Quartet report focused on the symptoms rather than the root causes of the conflict. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said earlier this year that "it is human nature [for oppressed people] to react to occupation" (S/PV. 7610, p. 2). And, as the representative of Egypt, echoing the Secretary-General, also said, that "often serves as a potent incubator of hate and extremism". However, conspicuously missing and glaringly absent from the report's recommendations was the need to end half a century of brutal, repressive, discriminatory and racist military occupation by Israel.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

46. “We must not stay silent on the crucial issue of the settlements, as the settlements constitute the main threat to the viability of the two-State solution and the main source of frustration, anger and despair that feeds the continuous cycle of violence. It is foolhardy not to express that truth. Just days after the publication of the report, the Israeli authorities announced new settlement expansions in the West Bank and East Jerusalem and the additional financing of nearly $13 million for Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Indeed, by being silent on the illegality of the settlements in such an important document, we end up shielding and perpetuating illegal actions that erode the two-State solution.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

47. “In that regard, we regret the fact that the report completely sidesteps the question of the illegality of the Israeli settlements, despite comprehensive discussion of the issue of the settlements in the report. The Quartet report describes only the outposts as illegal, and not the settlements, which reflects the erroneous positions of the occupier on the matter. Subscribing to that position would undoubtedly tarnish the integrity and impartiality of the Quartet. It is indisputable that the settlements are illegal under international law and therefore not a matter of negotiations. That has been clearly laid out in the Fourth Geneva Convention, the Hague Convention respecting the Laws and Customs of War on Land, the Council's own resolutions and the 2004 decisions of the International Court of Justice.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

48. “We look forward to follow-up actions that advance the prospects for peace, including the identification of meaningful incentives to the parties and the holding of another international conference later this year involving the parties in conflict. My delegations acknowledges the efforts of the members of the Middle East Quartet in coming up with its first-ever report earlier this month. The report was timely, given the deteriorating situation on the ground, which, if left unchecked, might soon render a two-State solution unattainable. Like everyone else, Malaysia had high expectations for the report. The least we expected of the report was for it to be based on the principles and values of the United Nations, the rule of law and relevant Security Council resolutions.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

49. “My delegation is grateful to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his presence and his briefing at this important meeting. Malaysia aligns itself with the statements to be delivered by the representatives of Iran and Kuwait on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, respectively. My delegation also welcomes the Secretary- General's recent visit to the Middle East region, including to Gaza, which highlighted the unsustainable situation on the ground. Malaysia also welcomed the convening of an international interministerial conference on 3 June in Paris. We fully support the French initiative, which complements the efforts of the Middle East Quartet and seeks to galvanize international support to recreate the political horizon for a two-State solution.”

    2016-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7736 (2016) · source

50. “To that end, we call for continuing and strengthened cooperation between the Government and the United Nations, particularly with UNAMA and the Special Representative to the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, as well as among bilateral and other multilateral partners and stakeholders. In conclusion, Malaysia reiterates its firm support for the reconciliation and the reintegration efforts undertaken by the Afghan Government to provide a secure future for all Afghans and to end violent extremism and terrorist groups' activities.”

    2016-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7722 (2016) · source