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first: 2005-02-17
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“They all need protection, health services and education. The restoration of family links is vital, and we must prevent and combat human trafficking and other abuses of those in dire need of protection and assistance. All the parties have an obligation to protect civilians and to safeguard and ensure their human rights and fundamental freedoms. Russia’s warfare in urban and populated areas, as well as the use of heavy explosive weapons, is destroying homes, schools and hospitals. It is important that we support Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts so that the many millions of forcibly displaced people can one day return to their homes in Ukraine. Humanitarian and development actors must be engaged in that important work.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9126 (2022) · source
“Let me first thank Under- Secretary-General DiCarlo, Assistant Secretary- General Brands Kehris and the civil-society representative, Ms. Drik, for their briefings. There can be no doubt about the significant and tragic humanitarian consequences of Russia’s war against Ukraine. Russia’s illegal invasion violates fundamental principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the legal norms of the world order. Russia must withdraw its troops and the war must stop. The numbers of civilian casualties are alarming and unacceptable. As we have heard, more than 7 million people have crossed the border as they flee Russia’s gruelling war, seeking protection in neighbouring countries and others. Roughly the same number are internally displaced in Ukraine. Behind those numbers are real people — families, children and persons with disabilities.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9126 (2022) · source
“We encourage the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia, the United Nations Development Programme and UN-Women to continue to cooperate with key Somali partners in that regard. The meaningful and equal participation of women in Government is essential to progress in Somalia. Lastly, Under-Secretary-General Martin Griffith’s recent warning of a likely famine should serve as a reminder of the gravity of the humanitarian situation and the continued need for action. Tackling the devastating drought and the imminent risk of famine must remain a top priority for the Government and all international partners, and Norway stands ready to do its part. The worst outcome scenario must be averted. All stakeholders and parties to the conflict must allow and facilitate full, safe and unhindered access for humanitarian assistance.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9125 (2022) · source
“We therefore advocate for a reinvigorated policy- level dialogue on stabilization and reconciliation, including the full implementation of the national reconciliation framework. We welcome the attention paid by the National Consultative Council to dialogue between the Federal Government of Somalia and Somaliland. While sensitive and difficult, only dialogue and trust-building can bring the parties closer to mutually acceptable solutions. In the recent federal elections, the percentage of women in Parliament regrettably decreased as compared to the 2016 elections. Nevertheless, it is important that all newly elected women members of Parliament be provided with sufficient support and security.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9125 (2022) · source
“The three pillars of the Somalia Transition Plan are mutually reinforcing, but progress on stabilization efforts under the third pillar is particularly needed, and, in order for it to be successful, its implementation must be coordinated by the authorities at the federal, state and district levels and aligned with the realities on the ground, with justice and security delivered by accountable local authorities. The provision of essential services, including water, basic health care, education and justice, is also crucial and must be rights-based. That builds local resilience, prevents the recruitment of children, strengthens the Government’s legitimacy and counteracts violent extremist ideology, including in newly liberated areas. Efforts towards countering Al-Shabaab must rest on a broader political and development strategy.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9125 (2022) · source
“Completing the national security architecture is of the utmost priority, and relevant, clear and realistic benchmarks for the Somalia Transition Plan and the African Union (AU) Transition Mission in Somalia must be supported by close cooperation among all levels of Government, as well as through consensus in the National Security Council and the National Consultative Council. The AU Transition Mission in Somalia, together with the Somali security forces, have the potential to achieve a more effective response to Al-Shabaab with a strong emphasis on protecting civilians, including children.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9125 (2022) · source
“I thank the briefers for their insights. Let me first express Norway’s sympathies to those bereaved and those harmed in recent attacks by Al-Shabaab, including at the Hayat Hotel in Mogadishu, where two Norwegian-Somali nationals were among the casualties. Political stability and unity are the keys to progress towards economic recovery, development, security sector reform and countering Al-Shabaab. Therefore, we support President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s ambitions to improve relations between the Federal Government and the federal member states, as well as to prioritize constitutional reform and national reconciliation.”
2022-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9125 (2022) · source
“For its part, Norway has been a consistent supporter of the Peacebuilding Fund since the Fund’s beginning, and we remain a steadfast supporter. We continue to be impressed by the Fund’s agility, efficiency and spirit of innovation. Our current five-year agreement of approximately $50 million matches the Fund’s strategy and provides predictability and flexibility. Sustaining peace remains at the heart of Norwegian foreign policy and multilateral efforts. Based on our experience and continued commitment, Norway will seek to rejoin the Peacebuilding Commission as a candidate for membership for the period 2023 to 2024.”
2022-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9101 (2022) · source
“The Council should request, deliberate and draw upon the targeted advice of the PBC more often, especially in the formation of mandates, renewals and transitions. Secondly, the PBC should continue to innovate and expand its work to more areas, including supporting holistic measures related to climate change, health, gender, development and human rights. That should of course be done in close partnership with the Member States concerned and in close collaboration with Resident Coordinators and United Nations country teams. Thirdly, we must step up our efforts to increase the financing available for peacebuilding and prevention. Norway strongly supports the ongoing negotiations on increased financing for peacebuilding, including the Secretary-General’s proposals on assessed contributions.”
2022-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9101 (2022) · source
“In that regard, Norway particularly welcomes the PBC’s recent discussions on climate change, including its cross-border approach in the Sahel and the Great Lakes region, and its increased attention to the gender and youth dimensions of conflict. Norway also applauds the adoption of the Commission’s gender strategy. We now need to ensure that it is fully implemented. The United Nations peacebuilding triangle, which consists of the PBC, the Peacebuilding Fund and the Peacebuilding Support Office, is becoming more efficient and agile. Building on that already firm basis, let me suggest three further points of action. First, we recognize the significant advisory role of the PBC to the Security Council.”
2022-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9101 (2022) · source
“I would like to start by thanking the Brazilian presidency for organizing this briefing. I would also like to thank the current and former Chairs of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) for their briefings. Under the leadership of Egypt and Bangladesh, the Peacebuilding Commission has continued to hone its working methods, utilize its convening power and further demonstrate its relevance to the Security Council’s work as an advisory body. Through its cross- pillar coordination mandate, the PBC is well-positioned to holistically address the drivers of conflict, without the limitations suffered by other United Nations bodies.”
2022-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9101 (2022) · source
“We encourage all parties in Iraq and in the region to cease the use of violence; help de-escalate the situation; and promote development and security, based on the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9100 (2022) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this meeting, and I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the update. We also welcome His Excellency the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iraq to this meeting and express our deepest condolences to him, the families of those killed and the people of Iraq. Norway joins others in strongly condemning the attack in Dohuk governate, which killed and injured civilians, including children. Intentionally directing attacks against civilians is unacceptable and illegal under international law. All civilians must be protected. We call for a transparent investigation, and accountability for the attack must be ensured. Stability and security in Iraq and in the region are essential.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9100 (2022) · source
“That should also help solve the outstanding issues concerning the land border. We strongly oppose the use of any military means in or around the disputed areas, which could escalate to a new regional conflict. The relevant Security Council resolutions must also be fully respected and adhered to.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099 (2022) · source
“We call on Israel to implement effective practices to protect all civilians, especially children. We will continue to call for accountability for the killing of the Palestinian- American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. Norway continues to support the normalization of relations between Israel and a number of Arab States. We hope that those changes in the region will help pave the way for resuming meaningful negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians. Palestinians must be involved in and benefit from the process. Lastly, I would like to note the important mediation efforts to establish a maritime delimitation line between Israel and Lebanon. Norway encourages the Governments of Lebanon and Israel to come swiftly to a mutual agreement to the benefit of both countries.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099 (2022) · source
“The settlements on occupied land are illegal under international law. They undermine the prospects of a two-State solution and escalate the conflict. Norway repeats its call to Israel to halt all settlement expansions, evictions and demolitions. We remain deeply concerned about attempts by Israeli settler groups to establish outposts in Area C of the West Bank. We welcome the efforts of the Israeli authorities to stop those recent attempts. The situation in Masafer Yatta, however, with the planned demolition orders and expulsion of 1,200 civilians, remains alarming. We call on Israel to immediately halt those plans. It is imperative in all circumstances to protect civilians. As of 30 June, 60 Palestinians had been killed this year by Israeli security forces in the West Bank.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099 (2022) · source
“We urge the parties and their partners to make serious progress before the planned ministerial meeting in New York in September. We welcome the announcement of increased financial support by the United States as well to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, which delivers critical services to millions of vulnerable Palestine refugees. And we applaud the United States for its intention to extend funding to the East Jerusalem Hospital Network, which Norway has long supported. While those are all positive steps, they cannot replace the need for a comprehensive peace process that addresses the underlying drivers of conflict. There is an urgent need for a political horizon with the ultimate goal of implementing the two-State solution.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099 (2022) · source
“I thank Deputy Special Coordinator Hastings for her briefing. Long-term solutions are needed to bring peace and prosperity to the Israeli and Palestinian peoples. The two-State solution — based on the 1967 lines — remains the only viable pathway to settle this conflict. We welcome the recently announced commitments by Israel to increase the number of permits for Palestinians in Gaza to work in Israel, roll out digital infrastructure for 4G connectivity in the West Bank and Gaza, resume discussions in the Joint Economic Committee and increase access to the Allenby Bridge. The overcrowding and severe delays seen at the crossing last week underscore the urgent need to enhance the efficiency of its operations. We also commend the efforts under way on the measures agreed in Brussels during the May meeting of the donor group.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099 (2022) · source
“Finally, Norway reiterates its support for the European Union military operation in the Mediterranean (Operation IRINI). Last week’s interception by Operation IRINI of a vessel violating the arms embargo illustrates its valuable contribution to implementing the arms embargo. We will continue to urge all States to uphold the embargo.”
2022-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9098 (2022) · source
“We welcome the talks between the commanders of the Libyan army in Tripoli earlier this month and call for strengthened efforts on the security track, including in the JMC. Unifying the Libyan armed forces is essential. The deterioration of the situation in Libya illustrates the need for a strong, relevant and effective United Nations presence. The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) plays a vital role but needs more resources and greater predictability. We are concerned by reports that the Libyan people are increasingly losing confidence in the United Nations. The Security Council must therefore live up to its responsibility and provide UNSMIL with a robust 12- month mandate renewal. We must agree on a substantial resolution that reflects the developments on the ground and sends a strong signal to Libya’s political leaders.”
2022-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9098 (2022) · source
“It is clear that the lack of a unified executive government and Libyan leaders’ power-brokering behind the scenes contribute only to increased tensions and lack of confidence in the authorities. Corruption, power cuts, increased food prices and the crackdown on civil society is further fuelling discontent. The Libyan people are angry and frustrated. The protests earlier this month demonstrate that their patience is not limitless. This was a clear signal to Libya’s political leadership — and it should not go unheeded. The Libyan people have made it clear that they want improved public services, participation and to elect their own leaders. Free, fair, and inclusive national elections must be held as soon as possible. One positive development relates to the 5+5 Joint Military Commission (JMC) resuming its work.”
2022-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9098 (2022) · source
“I thank Assistant Secretary- General Pobee for her briefing. We also welcome the presence of the Permanent Representative of Libya at today’s meeting. We continue to give our full support to the United Nations and Special Adviser Williams. The Special Adviser’s efforts to facilitate negotiations on a constitutional framework for elections are critical. Recent developments in Libya are extremely concerning. The fighting in Tripoli and Misrata over the weekend clearly demonstrates how unstable the security situation is. We call on all parties to protect civilians, including children, in accordance with international law. The protection of civilians is critical to fostering sustainable peace.”
2022-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9098 (2022) · source
“We regret the fact that the twenty-fifth round of consultations between the Declaration Assessment Team (DAT) and Syrian authorities has not been held, due to the Syrian authorities’ refusal to issue a visa to the DAT’s lead technical expert. We continue to remind Syria of its obligation to cooperate with the OPCW and accept and provide access for the OPCW’s personnel. Furthermore, we will continue to urge Syria to provide sufficient information to the OPCW in order to resolve the 20 issues outstanding from Syria’s initial declaration.”
2022-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9097 (2022) · source
“I thank High Representative Nakamitsu for her briefing. We again note that no progress has been made on this file since our last meeting (see S/PV.9026). Syria has still not fulfilled its obligations under the Chemical Weapons Convention and resolution 2118 (2013). The lack of progress is concerning not only for Syria, but for all of us in upholding the global prohibition against the use of chemical weapons. Norway remains steadfast in its confidence in Director-General Arias and the Technical Secretariat of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), and we firmly reject any effort to discredit their important work.”
2022-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9097 (2022) · source
“As Chair of the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict, Norway remains committed. Let us act now to ensure a better life for the millions of children living in armed conflict.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096 (2022) · source
“Moreover, the imprisonment of children should happen only as a measure of last resort, and for the shortest appropriate period of time. First and foremost, non-judicial measures should be sought. Finally, accountability must be secured. All Member States must bring to justice those responsible for violations of international law, including through cooperation with international justice mechanisms, such as the International Criminal Court. The integrity and independence of the Special Representative to monitor and report on the six grave violations committed against children is instrumental. All parties to conflict must be held to the same transparent standards, including through the listing and de-listing criteria. Children living in conflict have no time to lose. Their childhood and our common future are at stake.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096 (2022) · source
“We must take concrete measures to prevent violations and abuses against children. We call on all parties to conflict to sign and implement action plans with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and on Member States to endorse and implement the Paris Principles and the Vancouver Principles as well as the Safe School Declaration. Effective implementation of resolution 2601 (2021) is also key. Thirdly, children must be treated as children. This applies to all children, including those associated with armed groups, even those designated as terrorist groups. We urge Member States to treat all children involved primarily as victims of violations of international law. Societies cannot build sustainable peace without the effective and sustainable reintegration of children.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096 (2022) · source
“Countries that receive unaccompanied or separated children must ensure that they are immediately identified and registered, and that adequate protection and support are provided. Against this troubling backdrop, allow me to highlight a few actions we should be taking to advance the agenda. First, we must have the facts and data in order to respond adequately. United Nations country teams and partners have proven to be adaptable, monitoring and reporting on violations in challenging environments. And the addition of four new situations of concern in this year’s report is an important step towards advancing country-level progress to protect children. But we must do more to secure the necessary funding, also with follow-up in the Fifth Committee. Secondly, as we know, prevention is better than cure.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096 (2022) · source
“In Myanmar, the United Nations recently reported that the military has killed at least 142 children, more than a quarter of a million children have been displaced, and over 1,400 arbitrarily have been detained. These children are highly vulnerable to further violations and abuses of international law. We are also deeply troubled by the reported targeting of girls’ schools in the Lake Chad basin region and in Afghanistan. The Afghan de facto authorities’ denial of girls’ rights to education is unacceptable. Russia’s illegal war on Ukraine is also causing immense harm, death and an uncertain future for millions of children. Many have been forced to flee their homes.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096 (2022) · source
“I thank the President for hosting this year’s annual debate on children and armed conflict. I also thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Gamba de Potgieter, Executive Director Russell and Mr. Patrick Kumi for their powerful briefings. In the past year, we have witnessed a dramatic increase in political instability, military takeovers and coups. We have seen violent flare-ups and unprovoked military aggression, and the annual report for 2021 (S/2022/493) shows that, despite existing legal obligations and normative frameworks aimed at protecting children, the number of verified grave violations remains alarmingly high. The report presents a highly uncomfortable, but unquestionable truth: that children pay the highest price of war.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096 (2022) · source
“Let me end by thanking Vice-President Marta Lucía Ramírez and her Government for the cooperation extended to us over the past four years and by reiterating that Norway remains committed to supporting her country in its efforts to ensure peace and prosperity for the Colombian people.”
2022-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9094 (2022) · source
“Colombians can be proud of it, as it can serve as an inspiration and model for transitional justice systems elsewhere. The Commission’s report and the way in which the Special Jurisdiction for Peace is carrying out its mandate are also evidence of the system’s virtues. Nonetheless, Norway remains concerned about the security situation for former combatants and local leaders working to implement the peace agreement. We urge the incoming Government to take the necessary steps to improve the situation and encourage the new Administration to step up the implementation of the accord’s provisions with regard to rural reform, political participation and ethnic and gender issues. In other words, we encourage the Government to work strategically to continue to overcome the root causes of Colombia’s conflict.”
2022-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9094 (2022) · source
“Likewise, we commend the former members of the military who recognized their responsibility and acknowledged that civilian victims were falsely reported as guerrilla members killed in combat during the first public hearing in case 03. I would again like to express Norway’s appreciation and admiration for all who have provided truthful testimony to the Commission and the Special Jurisdiction for Peace, including, of course, the victims. As we have said on numerous occasions, the Comprehensive System of Truth, Justice, Reparation and Non-Repetition is a crucial instrument for delivering justice after the violent internal conflict. It puts the victims at the centre and is perhaps the most sophisticated system of its kind globally.”
2022-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9094 (2022) · source
“We encourage all sectors of Colombian society, and in particular the incoming Government, to follow up on the Commission’s recommendations. We would like to commend the members of the final secretariat of the former Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia-Ejército del Pueblo (FARC-EP) for their testimony during the public hearings in the Special Jurisdiction for Peace regarding case 01. The way in which the top commanders of the former FARC-EP assumed personal responsibility, asked for forgiveness and provided further details about the crimes committed should serve as an example to all the other actors and entities whose cases are being examined by the Special Jurisdiction for Peace.”
2022-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9094 (2022) · source
“As a guarantor country, Norway finds President- elect Petro’s call for national unity, underscoring that peace will be a central goal of his Administration, reassuring. Council members may be assured that, if desired by the parties, we will stand by our commitments as a guarantor country. That will also be the case should a dialogue with the Ejército de Liberación Nacional materialize. The Truth Commission released its final report on 28 June. The Commission has carried out a titanic task, hearing thousands of testimonies and scrutinizing countless reports and documents. The result, as we saw in this Chamber today, is impressive. While healing will certainly take time, it is our hope that the report will be instrumental in trying to mend the wounds after more than 50 years of violent conflict.”
2022-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9094 (2022) · source
“We thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ruiz Massieu for his briefing on important developments in Colombia, and Ms. Jineth Casso Piamba for her compelling words. We also thank and warmly welcome Vice-President Marta Lucía Ramírez, and we offer a special thanks to Father Francisco de Roux Rengifo for his very important work. I would like to congratulate Colombia on its peaceful and orderly elections and commend the main political actors for the dignified way they have behaved after the election results were known. Their constructive conduct throughout the election and their openness to further dialogue are encouraging and give further promise of a prosperous Colombia.”
2022-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9094 (2022) · source
“It is the responsibility of this organ to strengthen the focus on strategic communications in peacekeeping operations. The safety and security of peacekeepers and the people they are there to help protect depend on it.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9090 (2022) · source
“Through gender-specific engagement with local communities and women’s groups, peacekeepers can help promote women’s meaningful participation in political processes. That is vital. Without their inclusion, those processes are more likely to fail. Norway looks forward to the finalization of the communications strategy, as well as the policy guidelines, tools and training for addressing misinformation and disinformation, that are currently being developed by the Department of Peace Operations. Norway also supports the proposal for a review of strategic communications across United Nations peacekeeping operations in order to identify gaps and challenges, as well as measures to address them. Lastly, we once again reiterate the importance of today’s discussion.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9090 (2022) · source
“We must help missions manage their risks, using targeted messaging, dialogue with local communities and host- Governments, and increased digital presence and communications expertise. This issue also highlights the importance of general messaging by missions about their mandates. Missions must be able to successfully reach local populations and manage expectations about what they can and cannot do, at least with regard to the protection of civilians. We therefore need to invest in increasing the capabilities of strategic communications within missions, based on a whole-of-mission approach and grounded in the mission’s political objectives. There is also an opportunity for using strategic communications to advance the women and peace and security agenda.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9090 (2022) · source
“Let me also start by thanking Brazil for convening the first-ever debate on this important topic. Let me also thank the Secretary- General for his important remarks and the two other briefers for their very informative statements. Norway is deeply worried that armed groups and other spoilers seem to be increasing the use of misinformation, disinformation and hate speech directed at United Nations peacekeeping operations. That undermines the ability of operations to fulfil their mandates and endangers the safety and security of peacekeepers. The Action for Peacekeeping Plus initiative has identified strategic communications as a priority. The situation just described therefore demonstrates the merits of that focus.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9090 (2022) · source
“We urge all parties to engage urgently and constructively with the Special Envoy. Finally, Ireland and Norway wish to thank all Council members for their engagement on this important file. We would like to warmly acknowledge the critical role played by the 10 elected members of the Council throughout this process. With this resolution, the Council is ensuring that life-saving humanitarian assistance will continue to be delivered to the many millions in need in north-western Syria.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9089 (2022) · source
“The Council has a responsibility to put the needs of Syrians first and to ensure that humanitarian relief can reach those who rely on it. As we move forward, it is incumbent upon every one of us to come together for the sake of the people of Syria, to support humanitarian deliveries by any modality and to support continued and enhanced early-recovery efforts. It is our sincere hope that the Council can build on this adoption to engage in further constructive dialogue on Syria and, above all, to put the needs of the people of Syria at the heart of all that we do. Now over 11 years into this terrible conflict, the people of Syria have suffered too much and for too long. Ireland and Norway call for redoubled efforts to work towards a political solution in Syria.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9089 (2022) · source
“They were also clear that, for effective implementation of the humanitarian response serving the long-suffering people in north-western Syria, a minimum extension of 12 months was needed. As co-penholders, we worked for that outcome, and we regret the use of the veto by one member of the Council, which prevented the extension. Resolution 2642 (2022), which we adopted today, keeps the critical cross-border mechanism open. It allows this life-saving humanitarian operation to continue. For those in humanitarian need in north- western Syria who have been in an uncertain situation, with the negotiations running into overtime, we can now reassure them. That is what matters. The cross- border operation is their lifeline, and today the cross- border operation remains.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9089 (2022) · source
“I am delivering this statement on behalf of Ireland and Norway. As co-penholders, Norway and Ireland welcome the Council’s adoption of resolution 2642 (2022), renewing the authorization for the cross-border humanitarian aid operation into Syria. Throughout this negotiation, Norway and Ireland engaged carefully and constructively with all Council members. Our objective has always been clear — humanitarian aid must reach all people in need in Syria. We have listened carefully to the United Nations and to humanitarian agencies on the ground. They were clear that given the level of humanitarian need in north-west Syria, the cross- border mechanism must be renewed.”
2022-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9089 (2022) · source
“Such attacks are unacceptable and prohibited under international humanitarian law. A safe, inclusive political space must be part of Yemen’s future.”
2022-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9088 (2022) · source
“Further efforts towards all aspects of mine action operations are needed. Dedicated attention to the unique needs of Yemeni children is an imperative if we are to reach sustainable solutions to the conflict. Norway therefore calls on all the parties to swiftly and fully implement the recommendations and conclusions of the Security Council Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict. Finally, Norway is increasingly alarmed by the reports of security incidents such as those described by Assistant Secretary-General Msuya. We are worried about the increasing attacks and harmful rhetoric aimed at humanitarian organizations and non-governmental organization workers. Safe and unhindered access for humanitarian aid is crucial. We also condemn the killing of the journalist Saber Al-Haidari in June.”
2022-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9088 (2022) · source
“The World Food Programme reports that more than 2 million Yemeni children under the age of five require treatment for acute malnutrition, with more than half a million at risk of dying without treatment. Food insecurity continues to drive negative coping strategies that fuel conflict in Yemen, such as the recruitment of children into armed conflict and other forms of child labour. The action plan signed between Ansar Allah and the United Nations to end and prevent the recruitment or use of children in armed conflict, the killing or maiming of children and attacks on schools and hospitals was indeed an encouraging step. It must be implemented immediately. We also underline the importance of identifying and releasing children from within military ranks. Children are also particularly vulnerable to mines and explosive remnants of war.”
2022-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9088 (2022) · source
“We support all the Special Envoy’s efforts on the multi-track process and commend his continued dialogue with the parties, as well as with diverse groups of Yemeni people, leaders and experts, including women. It will also be important to take advantage of the humanitarian gains from the truce to facilitate progress towards a comprehensive political settlement. Today I want to focus on Yemen’s most vulnerable people, its children. We have seen that the truce has had an immense positive impact on the everyday lives of civilians, with child casualties dropping significantly, creating a sense of hope for the future. However, we must not be complacent. We remain worried about the continuing humanitarian crisis, especially its impact on children.”
2022-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9088 (2022) · source
“I would like to thank Special Envoy Grundberg and Assistant Secretary-General Msuya for their briefings and updates. Let me start by welcoming the parties’ continued commitment to the current truce, as well as the third meeting of the Military Coordination Committee. At such a fragile moment, it will be crucial to maintain the efforts to build trust. All the achievements made so far should be utilised to create further results for the Yemeni people, including on the question of reopening roads in and around the city of Taiz. We thank Mr. Grundberg for his update on those matters. The Yemeni people and civil society have made their needs clear. We urge both sides to show flexibility and to turn their commitments into concrete action.”
2022-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9088 (2022) · source
“The draft resolution submitted by Russia amounts to a six-month extension. That is simply not enough in our view, which is why Ireland and Norway chose to abstain. The Security Council has a responsibility to secure continued humanitarian aid to north-west Syria. Ireland and Norway will continue to engage all Council members to seek to ensure that it lives up to that responsibility. That means we need to reach a solution in the immediate term. There is simply no time to waste. The Syrian people are counting on us. It is essential that those who depend on humanitarian aid can continue to receive the support they need.”
2022-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9087 (2022) · source