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2003-02-19
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2003-03-26
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  1. “The international community in general, and the Security Council in particular, have to act in unity at this critical moment in order to avoid a humanitarian catastrophe in Iraq. Latvia will support the involvement of the United Nations in the process of rebuilding and the establishment of a democratic Iraq that is at peace with its neighbours and not in possession of weapons of mass destruction. We are convinced that active involvement of the United Nations during and after the current crisis in Iraq will secure the authority of the United Nations in the international community.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

  2. “On 20 March 2003, the Parliament of the Republic of Latvia took a decision on the support of the implementation of Security Council resolution 1441 (2002), pledging its support and readiness to join the efforts of the international coalition aimed at the disarmament of Iraq. Latvia believes that everything possible must be done to avoid civilian casualties in the course of military operations. Latvia will offer humanitarian assistance to the Iraqi people, take part in the rebuilding of the country and work to eliminate the legacy of totalitarianism. In order to swiftly handle the humanitarian needs of the Iraqi people, we support the Secretary General's proposal to exploit the oil for food programme by adjusting it to the new situation.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

  3. “Latvia has aligned itself with the statement of the European Union; however, we deem it is necessary to express our views on this critical issue. The situation has completely changed since we last addressed this issue in the Security Council's open debate. Twelve years of prolonged effort by the international community to disarm the regime of Saddam Hussain by peaceful means have not been successful and diplomatic resources have been exhausted. Latvia regrets that Saddam Hussain has managed to polarize the international community, making any further diplomatic efforts to resolve the situation impossible. The Iraqi regime is solely and exclusively responsible for the consequences of its actions.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

  4. “Therefore, Latvia supports the adoption by the Security Council of the draft resolution co-sponsored by the United Kingdom, the United States and Spain, which would set a clear deadline for Iraq to comply with its obligations. The unanimous adoption of this draft resolution would ensure the continued credibility of the United Nations and would send a clear and unequivocal message to Saddam Hussain that the time for taking the last opportunity is limited and, in the case of Iraq's failure, serious consequences will apply.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

  5. “The inspectors have earned our admiration for their courage. However, the success of the United Nations is to be measured by the degree of Iraq's cooperation and commitment to disarm. The limited progress achieved until now is the result of strong diplomatic pressure backed by military force. It falls short of satisfying the demands of the international community. The European Council Conclusions of 17 February state that the unity of the international community is vital in dealing with the disarmament of Iraq. Today it is more important than ever before. If we are to achieve the peaceful disarmament of Iraq, we need to increase diplomatic pressure on Saddam Hussain.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

  6. “Even taking into account such recent steps by Baghdad as the destruction of proscribed Al Samoud 2 missiles, we have to conclude that Iraq has not taken the strategic decision to disarm and to cooperate fully with the United Nations. Four months ago, Security Council resolution 1441 (2002) offered Iraq a last chance to fulfil its earlier commitments and to disarm. Unfortunately, Iraq is continuing its policy of deception. Problems persist with interviewing weapons scientists and technicians, no substantive new information has been provided on the stocks of VX gas and anthrax and we have just learned that Iraq has failed to declare a remotely piloted aircraft. We agree with the conclusion of Mr. Blix that neither the enhancement of inspections nor the extension of the inspection time-frame can substitute for active cooperation by Iraq.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

  7. “Latvia has aligned itself with the statement made on behalf of the European Union. However, we still feel the need to underline our position on this critical issue. As a country acceding to the European Union (EU), we share the EU's common objective of full and effective disarmament of Iraq of its weapons of mass destruction, in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions, in particular resolution 1441 (2002). Latvia would like to thank Mr. ElBaradei and Mr. Blix for their reports and for their work in monitoring Iraq's compliance with its disarmament obligations. Latvia evaluates these reports keeping in mind that the Security Council and the international community have unanimously demanded immediate, full, active and unconditional cooperation on the part of Iraq.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

  8. “Nevertheless, it is for the Iraqi regime to end this crisis by complying with the demands of the Security Council. This requires an immediate change of attitude on the part of Iraqi authorities. If this is not forthcoming, only Iraq will be responsible for the serious consequences that may follow. Latvia will stand together with our allies in the international community as it deals effectively with the threat posed by Iraq to world peace and security. The credibility of the United Nations, and the Security Council in particular, is at stake here, and Latvia calls upon the Council to take the necessary and appropriate action in response to Iraq's continuing threat to international peace and security. Let us not forget that only Saddam Hussain benefits from discord within the Security Council.”

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

  9. “Iraq still remains in material breach of its commitments under that resolution. It is the responsibility of Iraq to prove that this disarmament is taking place. The inspectors' task is not to play hide and seek with Iraqi authorities; the inspectors are there to register the disarmament. Latvia urges Iraq to take advantage of this last opportunity presented by resolution 1441 (2002). The responsibility of maintaining peace rests squarely on Iraq's shoulders. As the European Council conclusions affirm, the united stance of the international community, backed by military force, has slowly moved Iraq in the direction of more cooperation. Both of these elements will continue to be essential tools to resolve the crisis. Latvia regards the use of force as the last resort.”

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

  10. “Latvia has aligned itself with the European Council conclusions of 17 February. However, we still feel it is necessary to express our views on this critical issue. Latvia would like to thank Mr. Blix and Mr. ElBaradei for their reports. We express our appreciation to their inspection teams for the work they are doing in Iraq. Latvia has repeatedly stressed that Iraq must fully comply with its international obligations and immediately rid itself of its weapons of mass destruction, which present a clear threat to world peace and security. Over the past 12 years the Security Council has repeatedly demanded Iraq's disarmament in 17 resolutions, which have failed to discourage Iraq from developing its weapons of mass destruction. Resolution 1441 (2002) has offered Iraq the last chance to fulfil its previous commitments and disarm.”

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