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1. “These and other shocking reports of grave abuses demand our attention and action for the sake of lasting peace and justice.”

   2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

2. “Finally, I would like to address the unfortunate arrest of two Reuters journalists, Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe 00. The Secretary-General has called in clear terms for the release of these journalists and urged the authorities to respect the right to freedom of expression and information. Allow me to reiterate those calls here today. The ability to exercise their right to freedom of expression and information is a barometer for respect for human rights more broadly. Reuters has now published the story these journalists were working on - a deeply disturbing account of the execution of 10 Rohingya men in the village of Inn Din, Maungdaw, in northern Rakhine state. The Associated Press has also published a report of five mass graves in Gudar Pyin village in Buthidaung.”

   2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

3. “Such concerns include the situation in Tanai, Kachin, where many civilians have been killed or injured and as many as 5,000 civilians are reportedly unable to leave the area, where fighting is ongoing. And as in Rakhine state, the Government has severely restricted humanitarian access in many of the most critical areas. The United Nations is therefore unable to verify the numbers of people affected. On a more positive note, two ethnic armed organizations, the New Mon State Party and the Lahu Democratic Union, signed the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement in Nay Pyi Taw today. The signing is the first of its kind for the ruling National League for Democracy Government and brings the total number of ethnic armed groups that have signed the Agreement to 10 out of 16.”

   2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

4. “Pramila Patten, made her first official visit to Myanmar from 14 to 17 December 2017 to address reports of conflict-related sexual violence. In her consultations, she advocated for the swift adoption of a joint communique of the Government of Myanmar and the United Nations on the prevention and response to conflict-related sexual violence, in accordance with resolution 2106 (2013). While we discuss Rakhine, we also take this opportunity to note other developments in Myanmar, in particular the ongoing fighting as well as the peacemaking efforts between the Government and diverse ethnic armed organizations. We are concerned that fighting in Kachin and northern Shan states has escalated in recent months. This has cast a shadow on peace negotiations and provoked a number of serious human rights and humanitarian concerns.”

   2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

5. “As suggested by the final report of the Rakhine Advisory Commission, we urge the Government to take a leadership role in promoting intercommunal cohesion, create an environment conducive to dialogue, foster the values of tolerance and respect for basic human rights between Rakhine and Rohingya communities, and accelerate and align the citizenship verification process in alignment with international standards and treaties. Overall, addressing the root causes is fundamental to ensuring a durable and genuine solution to this crisis. We have consistently said that the problem is statelessness. This must be addressed. In line with the Council's presidential statement of 6 November 2017 (S/PRST/20l7/22), the Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Ms.”

   2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

6. “At the end of its deliberations, the board offered preliminary recommendations to the Implementation Committee, including the involvement of United Nations an early stage, full humanitarian access as soon as possible, wider media access and the formation of an independent fact-finding commission. In this context, I wish to reiterate that we urge the Government to cooperate with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and all United Nations human rights mechanisms, in particular the fact-finding mission mandated by the Human Rights Council, and with the Special Rapporteur for Human Rights in Myanmar. It is important that the work of United Nations human rights mechanisms not be undermined by other mechanisms.”

   2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

7. “It is also important to note that Myanmar has made progress in its logistical preparations to receive returning refugees. On the issues related to repatriation, I will defer to High Commissioner Grandi to provide more details. The Secretary-General has underlined the importance of implementing the recommendations of the Rakhine Advisory Commission as a key element of creating conditions for a safe and dignified return. The Government has taken some high-level steps to advance this process, including convening an advisory board, led by Mr. Surakiart Sathirathai and comprising distinguished national and international participants.”

   2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

8. “The United Nations does not have sufficient access to make a meaningful assessment of the humanitarian or human rights situation. Thus, there is little sense of whether the full range of humanitarian needs of the population is being met and whether the human rights of all people of the region are being protected. Thirdly, we must ensure the voluntary, safe, dignified and sustainable return of refugees and internally displaced persons to their places of origin or choice. Let me acknowledge the fact that the Governments of Bangladesh and Myanmar signed a memorandum of understanding and established a joint working group that reached an agreement on 16 January on a number of issues in order to facilitate the return process.”

   2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

9. “On 14 November 2017, the Government of Myanmar reportedly transmitted to the Bangladesh authorities a list of 1,300 of what it called suspected terrorists and asked for their extradition. The Government also published in the official newspaper the names and photos of hundreds of suspected terrorists. These steps have raised questions about due process and possible intimidation of potential returnees. Secondly, humanitarian access must be secured immediately in the affected areas of Rakhine. Such access continues to be severely curtailed. The majority of humanitarian organizations that previously worked in Rakhine are simply not allowed to enter the area. A handful of organizations have been given travel authorizations, but in a short-term and unpredictable manner that impedes the systematic delivery of assistance.”

   2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

10. “First, we need to end the violence and improve the security situation. Although large-scale acts of violence have subsided, concerns about threats and intimidation against the remaining Rohingya population from Bamar and Rakhine communities, as well as from militia and security forces in Rakhine state, persist. Bamar-Rakhine tensions remain high, further fuelled by incidents, such as a clash between the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army and the military on 7 January, or the incident in Mrauk U on 16 January, in which police shot and killed seven Rakhine nationalist protestors, and later imprisoned two noted Rakhine leaders. We remain concerned about the protection of future returnees.”

    2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

11. “Mr. Jenea: We are discussing the crisis in Myanmar in this Chamber for the first time in 2018. It is now five months since the start of the violence that has forced 688,000 Rohingya across the border, and the outflow of people continues, although at a lower rate. As ofS February, between 1,000 and 1,200 people were reportedly waiting on a beach in Maungdaw, planning to leave for Bangladesh. Since the last briefing by Under-Secretary-General Feltman on 12 December 2017 (see S/PV.8133), the General Assembly adopted resolution 72/248 on the human rights situation in Myanmar by vote. The Secretary-General has laid out three priorities that provide an important framework for assessing the situation. Regrettably, while there has been certain progress, not all have been implemented thus far.”

    2018-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8179 (2018) · source

12. “Current Palestinian efforts to return the Government to Gaza must be encouraged; they must be supported; and they must be successful. The parties have taken a crucial first step in that process. They have demonstrated a willingness to engage positively and in good faith. Yet overcoming their deeply entrenched differences will not be easy. It will take time, and there will be many hurdles to overcome along the way. Success carries with it enormous opportunity, just as failure carries with it great risks. Palestinians need to decide which path they will take. The international community must ensure that they are given every opportunity and support to reach a positive outcome. We must ensure that work can move forward on ending the occupation and establishing a viable, sovereign Palestinian State that lives in peace and security with Israel.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

13. “In conclusion, I would like to emphasize that, despite the overall negative trajectory that has characterized the Palestinian-Israeli conflict for far too long, there are reasons for cautious optimism. During the previous month, thousands of Israeli and Palestinian women united in a two-week march for peace that included participants of all ages and backgrounds. The yearning for peace among both peoples remains strong. Such grass-roots initiatives by civil society are critical to building the foundation for peace, and they must be supported. A key piece of the peace puzzle is to bring Gaza back under the control of the legitimate Palestinian Authority. The lack of Palestinian unity was identified in the July 2016 report (S/2016/595, annex) ofthe Middle East Quartet as one of the main obstacles to achieving a two-State solution.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

14. “The regiment has since deployed, and the coordination of activities between UNIFIL and the regiment has commenced. On 19 September, Head of Mission Force Commander Beary chaired a tripartite meeting during which the parties discussed the UNIFIL mandate extension under resolution 2373 (2017), violations of resolution 1701 (2006), Blue Line marking and ongoing liaison and coordination matters. On the Golan, the ceasefire between the State of Israel and the Syrian Arab Republic has been maintained, albeit in a volatile environment attributable to the ongoing conflict in Syria. Both sides have stated their continued commitment to the Disengagement of Forces Agreement and support for the full return of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force to the area of separation, conditions permitting.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

15. “Nearly all structures in Khan Al-Ahmar now have demolition orders. Many of the structures are donor-funded, including a school that serves 170 children. I urge Israel to cease the practice of demolitions, which has led to the displacement of thousands of people. Turning to Lebanon, the situation has remained generally quiet in the area of operations of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) and along the Blue Line. On the occasion of Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) Commander Aoun's visit to UNIFIL, on 22 September, the LAF formally announced the deployment of the Fifth Rapid Intervention Regiment to the UNIFIL area of operations, thereby fulfilling its earlier commitment to expand the LAF presence south of the Litani River.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

16. “The United Nations reiterates that all settlement activities are illegal under international law and are an impediment to peace. The year 2017 has seen a significant decrease in demolitions in Area C, as compared to the previous year. Against that background, approximately 13 residential, livelihood and public structures in the West Bank and East Jerusalem were demolished in the previous month. That brings the total number of demolished structures for the year to over 350. Meanwhile, the number of demolitions in East Jerusalem is quickly approaching 2016 levels, which were the highest since 2000. I am particularly disturbed by reported Israeli plans to evict specific communities, including Bedouin in Khan Al-Ahmar, adjacent to the E-l area, and in Susiya, in the south Hebron hills.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

17. “That includes in the new settlement of Amihai and a new neighbourhood in Kochav Yaacov, both designated for settlers evicted from illegal outposts by court orders. Separately, a tender was issued for 296 units in Beit El, and building permits for 31 units were conditionally approved in Hebron. Reportedly, the Hebron municipality is expected to appeal that decision, which would delay the implementation of the building permits. Work began this week to prepare for the construction of infrastructure in Givat Hamatos, a settlement that, if built, would further disconnect East Jerusalem from the rest of the West Bank. I remain concerned about proposed legislation that, if adopted, would expand Jerusalem's municipal jurisdiction by incorporating several West Bank settlements.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

18. “Israeli authorities investigating the death arrested two Palestinians from the West Bank town of Qabatiya in relation to the incident. During the reporting period, in total 80 Palestinians were injured by Israeli security forces, and five Israelis injured by Palestinians. On 8 October, a rocket fired from Gaza towards Israel landed inside the Strip. No injuries or damage were reported. In response, the Israel Defense Forces shelled a Hamas post in central Gaza Strip, with no injuries reported. Turning to the question of settlements, the Israeli High Planning Committee met on 17 and 18 October to advance plans for more than 2,000 housing units in Area C of the occupied West Bank.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

19. “I urge Hamas not to carry out such executions, and I once again call on President Abbas to establish a moratorium on the implementation of the death penalty. Turning to the broader situation on the ground, over the past month violence has remained at low levels compared to the rest of the region. Four Israelis were killed by a Palestinian attacker, who himself was shot, at the entrance of the Har Adar settlement on 26 September. It is deplorable that Hamas and others once again chose to glorify this attack. The United Nations urges all to condemn Violence and stand up to terror. On 4 October, the body of an Israeli man from the settlement ofElkana was found in the Israeli-Arab village of Kafr Qasim, with signs of having been subjected to extreme violence.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

20. “Gaza is an unfolding environmental disaster that has no regard for borders. The quality of health care inside the Strip is deteriorating at an alarming rate. Access to medical care outside Gaza has also become increasingly difficult. As the Government returns to Gaza, it is critical that urgent measures be taken to reverse these trends. Meanwhile in other worrying developments, on 26 September Hamas sentenced three men to death by hanging on the charge of murder, accessory to murder and burglary. There are serious doubts as to whether their trials and detention conditions in Gaza meet international standards. As in previous cases, if these executions were to be carried out, it would be in violation of Palestinian law, which requires the approval of the President.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

21. “I would like to take a moment to discuss the acute severity of Gaza's humanitarian crisis and continuing human rights abuses. In an urgent call to action, during his August visit to the region, the Secretary-General called it one of the most dramatic humanitarian crises he had ever.seen. Since then, conditions have only worsened. For the sixth consecutive month, the 2 million people living in Gaza have received electricity for a mere four to six hours per day. The lack of energy has had a devastating impact on all aspects of their lives. It continues to disrupt essential public services, including health care, the water supply and sanitation systems. The equivalent of over 40 Olympic-size swimming pools of virtually raw sewage continues to flow daily into the Mediterranean Sea, leaving the whole shoreline contaminated.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

22. “Its timely implementation and concrete efforts to alleviate the humanitarian crisis will be critical to effectively empowering the Palestinian Government in Gaza. Its implementation should also facilitate the lifting of the closures, while addressing Israel's legitimate security concerns. The agreement is an important step towards achieving the goal of Palestinian unity under a single, democratic Palestinian National Authority on the basis of the platform of the Palestine Liberation Organization, the Quartet principles and the rule of law. The United Nations will continue working with the Palestinian leadership and the region in support of this process, which is critical to reaching a negotiated two-State solution and sustainable peace.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

23. “According to its provisions, by 1 November the Palestinian Authority should take control of the crossings of Gaza. Separately, a joint committee will be formed to resolve the issue of public-sector employees that should complete its work no later than 1 February 2018. A statement released by Egypt further highlighted that the Government should assume its full responsibilities in the management of the Gaza Strip by 1 December 2017. It was further announced that Egypt had called for a meeting of all Palestinian factions in Cairo on 21 November. The agreement does not contain any provisions related to elections, the formation of a national unity Government or the disarming of Hamas. The Secretary-General has spoken to President Abbas and welcomed the signing ofthis intra-Palestinian agreement.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

24. “He also led a United Nations delegation during the Government visit and engaged with the Prime Minister, as well as with all Palestinian political factions and civil society, to ensure their support for the implementation of the understandings reached between Fatah and Hamas in Cairo on 17 September. These understandings included a three-step process to advance Palestinian unity: the return ofresponsibilities in Gaza to the legitimate Palestinian Authority; subsequent bilateral talks between Fatah and Hamas in Cairo, including on public-sector employees, security and control of the border crossings; and consultations with all Palestinian factions. On 12 October, with Egyptian mediation, Fatah and Hamas signed an agreement that enables the Palestinian Government to resume its responsibilities in Gaza.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

25. “On 2 October, Prime Minister Hamdallah travelled to Gaza with a delegation of some 150 officials, including ministers, key security agencies and heads of the energy and water authorities. On the following day, the Government held its first meeting in Gaza since 2014. The United Nations has worked with the Palestinian leadership and the region in support of this process. Special Coordinator Mladenov has travelled repeatedly between Ramallah, Gaza and the region in recent weeks to support the reconciliation effort and alleviate the humanitarian crisis.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

26. “Mr. Jenea: Today's briefing is taking place as important developments unfold to end the more than 10-year Palestinian divide and return Gaza to the full control of the legitimate Palestinian Authority. Last month, when Hamas dissolved the administrative committee - a parallel institution to run governmental affairs in Gaza - it agreed that the Palestinian Government of National Consensus should assume its responsibilities in the Strip. President Abbas welcomed this crucial step, promising on 20 September at the General Assembly (see A/72/PV.8) that the Government would soon visit Gaza. The Secretary-General, the Middle East Quartet and several Member States expressed their firm support and encouraged the parties to build on the commendable efforts of Egypt to seize this positive momentum towards Palestinian unity.”

    2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source

27. “With regard once again to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, last month's crisis in the Old City ofJerusalem, which is home to sites holy to all three monotheistic religions, demonstrated that tensions can ignite, thereby threatening to transform the nature of the conflict and spread across borders. It is therefore essential that international and regional partners remain engaged in ending the occupation and resolving all final-status issues, in upholding and implementing the vision of two States living side-by-side in peace and security based of all the relevant United Nations resolutions and in supporting both Israeli and Palestinian leaders to take the necessary steps towards ensuring an enduring peace.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

28. “Support for the Lebanese Armed Forces and other security institutions of the State as the sole protectors of the security and stability of Lebanon remains important. In the Syrian Golan, the ceasefire between Israel and the Syrian Arab Republic has been maintained, albeit in a volatile environment attributable to the ongoing conflict in Syria. Both Israel and the Syrian Arab Republic have stated their continued commitment to the Agreement on Disengagement between Israeli and Syrian Forces and support for the full return of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force to the area of separation, conditions permitting.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

29. “Briefly with regard to Lebanon, the situation in the area of operations of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has generally remained quiet. On 31 July, Major General Beary chaired a tripartite meeting with the parties, during which both sides discussed violations of resolution 1701 (2006), Blue Line marking and ongoing liaison and coordination matters. UNIFIL protested the presence of unauthorized weapons and uniformed personnel in violation of resolution 1701 (2006) during a commemoration of the 2006 war, organized by Hizbullah on 13 August. Military operations against militants continue on the eastern border with Syria. As a result of local deals, a number of militants and refugees were evacuated from the area of Arsal to areas in Syria.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

30. “I encourage them to reach an agreement that would allow the legitimate Palestinian authorities to take up their responsibilities in Gaza, as a step towards the formation of a united and democratically elected Palestinian Government based on the principles of the Palestinian Liberation Organization. Hamas must also ensure that calm is maintained by stopping the militant buildup against Israel and by doing its utmost to sustain security at the border with Egypt. Israel should step-up measures to lift the closures and facilitate development in Gaza as overall calm persists in the Strip in line with resolution 1860 (2009). I also call on donors to respond urgently to the $25 million humanitarian appeal made in July in the wake of the electricity crisis so as to fill the current 70 per cent funding gap.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

31. “I encourage Israel and the Palestinian Authority to intensify their engagement towards improving the Mechanism to reach its full potential. It is also time for the parties to discuss the future of that provisional instrument with the goal of fully lifting all closures. Despite the import of fuel from Egypt to run the Gaza power plant, most residents are experiencing the sweltering summer heat with only four to five hours of electricity per day. The impact of the ongoing energy crisis is far-reaching, while affecting the availability of clean water, health care and sanitation services. The United Nations continues to provide a lifeline through its provision of emergency fuel in support of a number of critical facilities. I call on Palestinian leaders to address the destructive consequences of the divisions.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

32. “The punishing measures taken against Gaza by the Palestinian Authority since April only add to the crippling humanitarian effect of Israel's closures on the population. Whatever the political differences between the Palestinian factions, it is not the people of Gaza who should pay the price. Despite reconstruction efforts over the past three years, approximately 29,000 people remain displaced, while living in temporary shelters and in poor conditions. Completing our collective reconstruction effort in Gaza is within sight, but Member States need to fulfil their funding commitments. The Gaza Reconstruction Mechanism, established by Israel and the Palestinian Authority with support from the United Nations in the aftermath of the conflict, has enabled much of the reconstruction.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

33. “In the speech, he praised the achievement of his Government in promoting settlements. Such actions only fuel perceptions that those working to obstruct the two-State solution are gaining the upper hand. I must reiterate that settlements are illegal under international law and an obstacle to peace. In a few days' time, we will mark the third anniversary of the ceasefire that ended the most recent round of hostilities between Hamas and Israel in the Gaza Strip in 2014, in which close to 1,500 civilians were killed. Since then, the overall humanitarian conditions in Gaza have worsened. That was clearly documented in a recent United Nations country team report that looked at the state of Gaza's population since Hamas' takeover of the Strip in 2007, thereby increasing concerns that the Strip could become unlivable by 2020.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

34. “Any move that could have an impact on demographics in the city is extremely worrisome and could spark violence. On 25 July, 15 Israeli settler families illegally occupied the so-called Machpela House, in the divided city of Hebron, despite an ongoing Israeli legal process regarding ownership of the House. We urge Israeli authorities to resolve the situation quickly to avoid further tensions in that already highly charged town. Settlers reportedly also placed mobile homes near the settlement of Halamish in response to last month's deadly attack there, as well as within the Shvut Rachel neighbourhood of the Shilo settlement. On 3 August, the Israeli Prime Minister delivered an inaugural speech at the launch of the construction of 1,000 new housing units in the Beitar Ilit settlement.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

35. “The following day, the Israeli Air Force retaliated with missile fire at two Hamas installations in Gaza, injuring three people. On 17 August, an alleged suicide bombing killed one and injured five others in the southern Gaza strip. Over the past month, developments occurred that further undermined trust between the parties. On 26 July, the Israeli Knesset approved the first reading of an amendment to the Basic Law: Jerusalem, Capital of Israel. If approved, that law would further cement Israeli control of occupied East Jerusalem and would limit the ability of both sides to reach a negotiated solution that is in line with General Assembly and Security Council resolutions and prior agreements. Jerusalem is the final status issue that must be resolved through negotiations between the parties.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

36. “In that context, continued security coordination between Israel and the Palestinian Authority is paramount, and the official resumption of contact between the parties is vital. In other incidents in recent weeks, two Palestinians were killed and more than 150 injured were by Israeli security forces. Four Israelis were injured by Palestinians, including one civilian. On 28 July, a Palestinian man was shot dead by Israeli security forces for reportedly attempting to stab a soldier at the Gush Etzion Junction of the West Bank. On 2 August, an Israeli civilian was seriously wounded during a stabbing attack by a Palestinian in the Israeli town of Yavneh. On 8 August, militants in Gaza fired a rocket that landed in an open area in southern Israel.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

37. “Following the deadly 14 July attack in which two policemen were killed by three assailants in the Old City, three Israelis were stabbed to death in a terror attack and six Palestinians were killed during primarily peaceful protests, as a result oflive ammunition, which raises concerns about the use of force by Israeli security forces. I join the Secretary-General in commending the State of Israel and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, in line with the latter's special and historic role, for bringing that crisis to a conclusion. I also note positively the calls for de-escalation by prominent religious leaders on both sides. We encourage continued discussion among all parties concerned to ensure the safety and security of all worshippers and visitors while upholding the historic status quo in the holy sites.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

38. “Mr. Jenea: I thank the Security Council for this opportunity to brief it on the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question. As detailed last month by the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Mr. Nickolay Mladenov (see S/PV.8011), the recent crisis in Jerusalem once again highlighted the unsustainable nature of the current situation and the need for a political horizon and a clear recommitment by the international community and both parties to ending the occupation and to realizing a two-State solution that meets the legitimate national aspirations and security needs of both Palestinians and Israelis.”

    2017-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8028 (2017) · source

39. “The United Nations will remain in close contact with all the parties concerned and is ready to assist in any way possible.”

    2017-07-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7996 (2017) · source

40. “All the parties must work to reopen communications, particularly through military- to-military channels, in order to reduce the risk of miscalculation or misunderstanding. Amid the escalating security situation in the region, the United Nations and its partners play a critical role in saving the lives of the most vulnerable people in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. As the Council considers its response, we again remind Member States of the importance of separating political and humanitarian concerns and urge them to support the lifesaving activities being carried out by the humanitarian organizations in the country. I would like to close by reiterating the Secretary- General's commitment to seeking peaceful and political solutions.”

    2017-07-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7996 (2017) · source

41. “The Secretary-General strongly condemns the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's launch of a ballistic missile with intercontinental range, which constitutes yet another brazen violation of the relevant Security Council resolutions and a dangerous escalation of the situation. The country's leadership must cease any further provocative actions and comply fully with its international obligations. The Secretary-General underlines how important it is that the international community maintain its unity in addressing this serious challenge. The Democratic People's Republic of Korea must end any actions that violate Security Council resolutions and allow time for sincere dialogue to resume.”

    2017-07-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7996 (2017) · source

42. “Once again, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea did not send pre-launch notifications to international organizations responsible for airspace and maritime safety. The country's official media claim that the Democratic People's Republic of Korea is now "a full-fledged nuclear Power that has been possessed of the most powerful intercontinental ballistic rocket capable of hitting any part of the world, along with nuclear weapons". This is the seventh time that the Council has met to discuss the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in 2017. Including today's meeting, five ofthese emergency consultations have followed the launch of ballistic missiles by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, in open violation of Security Council resolutions.”

    2017-07-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7996 (2017) · source

43. “Mr. Jenea: According to the official news agency of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and various Government sources, at approximately 9 a.m. local time on 4 July, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea launched a ballistic missile that it termed a "test fire of intercontinental ballistic rocket Hwasong-l4". The missile was launched near the Panghyon airfield in northwestern Democratic People's Republic of Korea. According to an official Government announcement, it covered a distance of 933 kilometres during a 39-minute flight, reaching an altitude of 2,802 kilometres, before falling into the sea. According to those parameters, the missile would have a range of roughly 6,700 kilometres if launched on a more typical trajectory, making it an intercontinental ballistic missile, according to widely used definitions.”

    2017-07-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7996 (2017) · source

44. “The United Nations remains committed to supporting those efforts in every possible way. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject.”

    2015-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7584 (2015) · source

45. “Meanwhile, the situation along the Blue Line and in the area of operations of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) remained relatively calm. Both parties continued to work with UNIFIL through the established liaison and coordination arrangements. Israeli violations of Lebanese airspace continued on a daily basis. Overcoming today's challenges in Israel and Palestine will require unprecedented vision by Israeli and Palestinian leadership to see beyond today's The President: I thank Mr. Jenca for his briefing. confrontations and take hold steps to create a peaceful future. I call upon them to let go of their immediate political fears and focus on the greater good ofachieving a sustainable long-term peace for the Palestinian and The meeting rose at 10.15 am. Israeli peoples.”

    2015-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7584 (2015) · source

46. “The Secretary-General has consistently stressed the importance of Lebanese parties showing flexibility to enable the election of a president without delay. We sincerely hope that the current efforts can lead to an opening that will enable the institutions of State to function effectively. In the wake of last month's attack in Beirut by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), we further urge the international community to redouble support for Lebanon's security and stability. The release, two weeks ago, of the members of the Lebanese Armed Forces and security services held hostage by the Al-Nusra Front since August 2014 is a welcome development. We hope for the speedy release of the remaining hostages held by ISIL.”

    2015-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7584 (2015) · source

47. “They continue their efforts to promote significant steps on the ground, consistent with prior agreements that can restore hope to the Palestinian people and preserve the viability ofa negotiated two-State solution. In addition, we continue to look to the Security Council for any additional guidance on developing a new peace architecture for resolving the conflict. Turning to Lebanon, let me reiterate the United Nations support for the leadership of Prime Minister Tammam Salam under difficult conditions. While Lebanon remains resilient in the face of serious challenges emanating from the conflict in Syria, the political paralysis in the country is preventing it from managing those challenges effectively. We note the discussions in Lebanon on the question of the presidency, which has now been vacant for over 18 months.”

    2015-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7584 (2015) · source

48. “Progress in the areas of housing, water, energy, communications, agriculture and natural resources are lagging. In the course of the past several months, the United Nations and its international partners have consistently advocated for Palestinian unity as well as for fundamental changes in Israeli policies on the ground. Such changes should bring about tangible improvements to Palestinian lives by strengthening Palestinian institutions, security and its economy. Without such steps, it is difficult to see how the parties can return to meaningful negotiations so as to reach a just and sustainable solution to this long-standing conflict. Even as we speak, the envoys of the Middle East Quartet are in Israel and Palestine.”

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49. “Where are the proponents of peace, tolerance and a shared Israeli-Palestinian future? How can we begin to shift the momentum back towards these advocates of reason? These questions demand answers, first and foremost, from Israeli and Palestinian leaders. It is for them to choose whether they will show leadership in building sustainable peace and security, or allow the future of their people to drift in uncertainty as radicalism and extremism take over. Welcome Israeli statements committing to a two-State solution have yet to be followed by actions demonstrating the sincerity of that commitment. The settlement enterprise continues to deepen its roots within the occupied West Bank. The transition to greater Palestinian civil authority contemplated by prior agreements has yet to begin.”

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50. “It covers a range of interventions from the provision of legal assistance and the safe disposal of unexploded ordnance in Gaza to the provision of basic services, such as water and health care. The appeal represents a l9-per cent reduction as compared to 2015, but remains elevated due largely to Gaza's significant humanitarian needs in the aftermath of the 2014 hostilities. A political horizon to end the conflict now seems more distant than ever. Leaders on both sides cannot continue to ignore the underlying causes perpetuating violence and fueling extremism on all sides. It is extremist voices that currently resonate - voices that want to capitalize on the darkest of human emotions, while seeking to sabotage any genuine effort to rebuild trust. But where are the voices urging restraint?”

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