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2003-02-19

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2003-02-19

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1. “The threat of serious consequences, as stipulated in resolution 1441 (2002), must not be compromised. The credibility of the Council and of the United Nations is at stake. The use of force must always be the last resort for the Security Council. If, however, other measures provided to it by the Charter have proved to be inadequate, the Council must face its responsibility.”

   2003-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709Resumption1 (2003) · source

2. “We do not believe, however, that a strengthened inspection regime will necessarily provide us with the answers so long awaited from the Iraqi authorities. What is lacking is Iraq's demonstration of full cooperation and its provision of all the required information without further delay. Mr. Blix has stated that "the period of disarmament through inspection could be short if Iraq chooses to cooperate fully, as required by the Security Council". To that end, the inspectors should be given more time. Firm pressure must be maintained. However, the international community's apparent lack of unity with regard to the ways to proceed has been of some concern. It is of the utmost importance that unanimous decisions by the Security Council be respected and that Member States be prepared to enforce them.”

   2003-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709Resumption1 (2003) · source

3. “They are the full and effective disarmament of Iraq, in accordance with the relevant resolutions of the Security Council stretching back to 1991. Baghdad should not be in any doubt concerning what is required of it. Through its immediate, active and unconditional cooperation, Iraq has the opportunity - and indeed an obligation - to provide for the easing of the grave situation that the international community now faces. There is still time for a peaceful resolution of this crisis, and it is our sincere hope that it can be achieved. The United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission and the International Atomic Energy Agency have our full support, and we commend the able leadership of Mr. Blix and Mr. ElBaradei.”

   2003-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709Resumption1 (2003) · source

4. “Allow me to add the voice of the Government of Iceland to this important debate. The Security Council is now faced with one of its greatest challenges in modern times. Can it cope with its fundamental objective, which is to maintain international peace and security? Hopes are high among States Members of the United Nations. During the past few months the Security Council has demonstrated resolve and unity in addressing the serious threat to international peace deriving from the failure by Iraq to respect its obligations under Article 25 of the Charter to "agree to accept and carry out the decisions of the Security Council". Through resolution 1441 (2002), the Council has unanimously given Iraq an ultimatum and a final opportunity to comply with its demands.”

   2003-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709Resumption1 (2003) · source