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1. “I would also like to highlight the General Assembly's work on the rights of the child, which lead to the establishment of the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, and the Security Council's working group on this issue, which demonstrates that together we can effectively tackle issues that span security and human rights. It is clear that when the General Assembly and the Security Council take a principled stand and increase our visibility and coordination on cross- cutting issues, such as sexual violence in armed conflict situations, the overall effectiveness and credibility of the United Nations is strengthened. I hope that we can continue to engage in a productive policy dialogue on this and other human security issues that affect our work and our common mission.”

   2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

2. “The interconnected nature of the issues we are discussing today were highlighted at the General Assembly's recent high-level debate on human trafficking, which also considered aspects of sexual violence against women and girls. Our discussions illustrated that in many instances human trafficking for sexual exploitation is intrinsically linked with conflict situations. Human trafficking thrives against the backdrop of conflict, poverty and discrimination. Members of the General Assembly all committed themselves to do more to put the existing normative framework into practice globally.”

   2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

3. “We all have to do more to prevent human rights violations against women and girls in situations of armed conflict, to do more to punish the perpetrators and to end the impunity of those who commit war crimes. Armed conflict has a disproportionately negative impact on women. Sexual violence against women is not only an affront to our human dignity but an inherent and grave threat to our human security. When it is authorized and perpetrated as an instrument of war, one cannot express in words the utter indecency of it. It is my strong belief that women must be guaranteed equal and full participation in conflict resolution and peacebuilding processes and be represented in the structures and institutions born of any peace dividend in order to ensure that it lasts.”

   2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

4. “Among other measures, the resolution calls on the United Nations system to integrate programmes to eliminate violence against women throughout its work. The Security Council took a principled view of some of those issues in 2000 by adopting resolution 1325 (2000), which, for the first time, specifically addressed the impact of war on women. It also acknowledged that women's contribution to conflict resolution had been undervalued and underutilized. While some progress has been made in a number of areas covered by the resolution, several reviews have revealed that much stronger and more coordinated efforts are needed to fully implement its provisions.”

   2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

5. “During the General Assembly thematic debate on human security, held in May, member States emphasized the importance of more effectively integrating human security perspectives into the peace and security work of the United Nations. That is particularly important as this year we are marking the sixtieth anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Comprehensive, integrated and people-centred solutions at the crossroads of security, development and human rights must be at the heart of our efforts to fight gender-based crimes against women and girls in conflict situations. To that end, the Assembly adopted a groundbreaking resolution during that session urging all member States to take special measures to eliminate rape and other forms of sexual violence in conflict situations.”

   2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

6. “Mr. Kerim: May I begin by thanking Secretary Rice for having convened this important meeting on sexual violence in armed conflict situations. I would also like to express my gratitude to Ambassador Khalilzad for his invitation to address the Security Council today. Today's debate focuses on a security issue that has deep social consequences. As Secretary Rice rightly pointed out in her introductory remarks, the effectiveness of national institutions should be measured by their ability to protect the most vulnerable members of society, particularly women and children. I would like to add, in the same context, that the effectiveness of international institutions should also be measured by the degree of protection they afford to the most vulnerable members of society - women and children - and that applies especially to the United Nations.”

   2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

7. “The international community's help and support will be essential for Iraq in the days to come. The United Nations sanctions must be lifted as soon as possible and followed immediately by an international reconstruction programme. In conclusion, as we have stated in the Security Council's previous open debates on this issue, we urge Council members to seek the broadest possible consensus on achieving objectives with regard to Iraq. The possibility of a huge humanitarian crisis in that country makes it even more imperative that the Council's effectiveness and unity be restored.”

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

8. “We support the plan aimed at continuing and adapting, in a manner consistent with the proposals put forward by the Secretary-General, the oil for food programme, which must be provided with adequate authorization to ensure the rapid delivery of humanitarian assistance in Iraq. Failure to take action under these circumstances will only further exacerbate the situation on the ground. The Secretary-General stressed the necessity of respecting the territorial integrity of Iraq and "the right of the Iraqi people to determine their own political future and control their own natural resources". We fully share his view on this issue. Iraq's territorial integrity must be fully preserved, and sovereignty should be restored as soon as possible to the people of Iraq, who alone are entitled to decide their future.”

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

9. “If Iraq had made a real effort to cooperate in substance during the past 12 years - especially in the light of Security Council resolution 1441 (2002), which provided a final opportunity for peaceful disarmament - it would have been possible to avoid the current situation. The action that is being led by the "coalition of the willing" represents the last resort, and it is in accordance with the relevant United Nations resolutions. The energy of the Security Council must now be focused on the humanitarian aspect of the Iraqi crisis. The current divisions and disagreements among Council members must be immediately resolved in order to meet the humanitarian needs of the Iraqi population.”

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

10. “At the outset, I should like to express our deep regret that the Security Council was not able to achieve a consensus on Iraq. The Republic of Macedonia consistently supported Council members in their search for an agreed way forward towards achieving the objective of the immediate, full and unconditional disarmament of Iraq, in accordance with Security Council resolution 1441 (2002). Unfortunately, the Iraqi regime did not comprehend the seriousness of the situation and failed yet again to fulfil its obligations to disarm, disregarding the demands of the international community.”

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

11. “The Republic of Macedonia will continue its active contribution to the international coalition against terrorism. Saddam Hussain's regime should disarm, as requested by the United Nations, or face the consequences. In that context, my country will support action by the international community against this common danger.”

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

12. “The inspection process has produced valuable results to date; its activities might need to be continued, strengthened and expanded in order to carry out resolution 1441 (2002). However, the seriousness of the situation requires immediate and unconditional responses from the Iraqi regime to the inspectors, and time is running out. In other words, the situation requires a change in Iraq's attitude towards disarming, given that it has already been found guilty of material breaches of its obligations concerning 16 previous resolutions stretching back over the past 12 years. We call upon the Security Council once again to take the necessary and appropriate action in response to Iraq's continuing threat to international peace and security.”

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

13. “However, it has now become clear that Iraq is in material breach of Security Council resolutions, including resolution 1441 (2002), passed unanimously on 8 November 2002. Iraq must immediately, actively and fully cooperate with the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and comply unconditionally with the requirements of the relevant resolutions. Maintaining pressure on Iraq has proved to be the only mechanism capable of bringing about certain changes in the behaviour of Saddam's regime and respect for the decisions of the Council. While we are fully dedicated to the objective of this crisis being solved through peaceful means - until all such possibilities are exhausted - we firmly believe that the threat of force must be maintained.”

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

14. “In addition, on 5 February, the United States presented compelling evidence to the Security Council, detailing Iraq's weapons of mass destruction programmes, its active efforts to deceive United Nations inspectors and its links to international terrorism. The position of the Republic of Macedonia in this regard is very clear and transparent. My country understands the dangers posed by tyranny and the special responsibility of democracies to defend our shared values. The international community must stand together to face the threat posed by the nexus of terrorism and dictators with weapons of mass destruction. Saddam Hussain's regime must not be allowed to posses any weapons of mass destruction, and must disarm completely. We have supported international efforts to achieve the peaceful disarmament of Iraq.”

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

15. “In a very short period of time we have been provided with new information and evidence that shed more light on the question of disarmament of the Iraqi regime. The Council had two briefings by the chief inspectors. Although they noted some progress, the prevailing attitude of the Iraqi regime of delaying and obstructing the inspections in substance revealed an intention not to cooperate fully and has given yet another warning about the presence of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. The Security Council is asking not for progress, but Iraq's full and unconditional compliance with resolution 1441 (2002).”

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

16. “It is very important to note that the debate we are having within the United Nations, in the Security Council and elsewhere, does not mean that we disagree on the purpose of full and unconditional compliance by Iraq with resolution 1441 (2002), including the provision that Iraq should face serious consequences if continues with violations of its obligations. The latest developments in this regard demonstrate the seriousness of this crisis, which must be approached comprehensively. At the same time, the Security Council must act swiftly and decisively. We pledge our full support to the Council in discharging its responsibility to achieve the objective of the full and effective disarmament of Iraq in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions, in particular resolution 1441 (2002).”

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

17. “As we review the recent developments regarding the situation in Iraq, the Security Council is confronted with an issue that requires effective action that is in full compliance with the principles of the Charter. This issue is not important only for the maintenance of international peace and security, but also for preserving the unity of the Security Council and of the international anti-terrorist coalition. That is why the United Nations and the Security Council must play a crucial role in this crisis. Only a united Council could credibly adopt the appropriate decisions for achieving the objective of the disarmament of the Iraqi regime.”

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

18. “In this regard, acknowledging the United Nations continuous policy of decisive and consistent action to prevent instability and conflicts in the region and to ensure peace and security in South-Eastern Europe, I would like to make use of this opportunity to refer once again to Security Council resolutions 1345 (2001) and 1371 (2001), as well as to its presidential statements of 12 and 16 March 2001 and 13 August 2001, which substantially contributed to this end. Before I conclude my statement, I would like, Sir, to wish you success in the Bulgarian presidency of the Security Council in the month of September.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

19. “These public statements only divert the local Kosovo authorities from their true goals and do not contribute to the overall stabilization of Kosovo, the achievement of the benchmarks or the spirit of regional cooperation that should bring us, all together, closer to European integration. In conclusion, I would like to reaffirm the valuable contribution of the Security Council in upholding the security of my country in the process of overcoming the crisis that the Republic of Macedonia has faced in the course of the past year.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

20. “The political authorities of the Republic of Macedonia give full support to UNMIK and KFOR in their endeavours to put an end to the activities of the people and organizations in Kosovo that use violence in pursuit of their political goals, regardless of their ethnic, national or political affiliation, especially because their extremist agenda is not limited to Kosovo alone. In this respect, we call upon all the neighbouring countries to take a clear and consistent position on this issue. To our great disappointment, Kosovo's provisional institutions of self-government issue statements opposed to the intentions of UNMIK and KFOR to uphold the rule of law in Kosovo.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

21. “This is in full accordance with the agreement reached between the President of the Republic of Macedonia, Boris Trajkovski, and Special Representative Steiner aimed at finding practical solutions to these problems. As a result, we have agreed to open new border crossings - as mentioned in the statement of Assistant Secretary-General Annabi today - and established a temporary procedure to be applied pending the finalization of the ongoing process of demarcation and delineation of the border between the Republic of Macedonia and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. We welcome the prompt and decisive action of Mr. Steiner with regard to the recent arrests of former members of the Kosovo Liberation Army by United Nations police in Kosovo.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

22. “The Government of my country, in a session two days ago, assessed and endorsed the agreement on cooperation between UNMIK police and the Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Macedonia. The conclusion of this agreement will have enormous significance for the promotion and development of cooperation between UNMIK police and the Macedonian Ministry of the Interior in combating organized crime, terrorism, illegal trafficking in arms, drugs and people, and money laundering. On the border issue, the Macedonian Government has worked closely with UNMIK in order to undertake concrete steps that will facilitate the movements of farmers in the border area and the cultivation of their lands.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

23. “The Government of the Republic of Macedonia gives its full support for the efforts and activities undertaken by UNMIK and KF OR in Kosovo aimed at the further improvement of the overall situation by working together with Kosovo's provisional institutions of self-government, ensuring the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999) and building a democratic society with respect for all human rights and freedoms. We would also like to express our appreciation for the work done by Special Representative Steiner and our support for the implementation of his policy of benchmarks, which is in full accordance with what the representative of the United Kingdom today called a "standards before status" approach. The Republic of Macedonia is fully committed to cooperation with UNMIK and KFOR in ensuring the implementation of these objectives.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

24. “First of all, I would like to thank you very much, Sir, for giving me the opportunity to address the Security Council at this meeting. At the same time, I would like to join previous speakers who have expressed their appreciation for your personally presiding over this meeting, which represents a confirmation of Bulgaria's active approach and the importance that it attaches to the region. I would also like to thank Assistant Secretary- General Annabi for his very informative briefing on the situation and current activities of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and KFOR in Kosovo. From what we have heard today, UNMIK and KFOR are clearly achieving important results in spite of the significant problems that they are facing daily and will be facing in the future.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

25. “In conclusion, let me recall that the Framework Agreement is based, inter alia, on the principles that the use of violence in pursuit of political aims is rejected completely and unconditionally; that there are no territorial solutions to ethnic issues; and that there should be closer and more integrated relations with the Euro-Atlantic community. Those values are common to the whole region, including Kosovo. That is why we have to join our efforts in pursuing their implementation.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

26. “This is also of particular importance for the success of the operation being conducted by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in Macedonia to disarm ethnic Albanian armed groups and to ensure their complete, voluntary disbandment. The effectiveness of that operation should not be measured solely by the quantity of arms collected, but also by the creation of conditions for the cessation of hostilities and the establishment of a lasting peaceful environment for the implementation of the Framework Agreement.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

27. “We support the lifting of the arms embargo imposed by resolution 1160 (1998), as mentioned today in the debate, and we urge UNMIK and KFOR authorities in Kosovo to undertake the necessary measures against any possible abuse. In that regard, let me reiterate the expectations of the President and the Government of the Republic of Macedonia that UNMIK and KFOR authorities will stop the infiltration from Kosovo into the Republic of Macedonia of armed terrorist groups and logistical support; and that they will prevent all mobilization activities by former KPC fighters, as well as their joining the ranks of the National Liberation Army, as it is called today - or whatever may be the name of tomorrow's terrorist organization.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

28. “The recent activities of UNMIK and KFOR authorities in Kosovo aimed at strengthening control of the border and minimizing the number of illegal border crossings and of incursions by armed extremist groups are certainly contributing to more efficient control of infiltration and illegal traffic along the border zone with Kosovo, as called for in resolution 1345 (2001). However, for the security component of the Framework Agreement to be fully effective, it is essential to ensure a complete cessation of the activities of the ethnic Albanian insurgency's instigators and supporters from Kosovo, including members of the Kosovo Protection Corps (KPC).”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

29. “In addition to that, the Secretary- General, Mr. Annan, in his letter of response to the Macedonian leadership, underlined the readiness of the United Nations to offer its full support and assistance to implement the Framework Agreement in good faith. In stressing the relevance of these messages, I would like to draw the attention of the Council to some aspects of the security dimension of the implementation of the Framework Agreement that are directly or indirectly related to the developments in Kosovo.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

30. “The success of the elections, in our view, will be an important step towards resolving the future status of Kosovo, taking fully into account the regional aspect of this issue and its implications for the other countries of the region. In that context, we consider indispensable the dialogue among the democratically elected representatives of Kosovo's self-government, the Serbian and Federal Republic of Yugoslavia authorities, and those of Montenegro. Within the context of today's debate on Kosovo, allow me to make some comments regarding the situation in my country, the Republic of Macedonia. The signing of the Framework Agreement by political leaders under the auspices of President Trajkovski was welcomed by the Security Council as a significant step towards a peaceful outcome of the political and security crisis.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

31. “The Macedonian Government therefore gives full support to the efforts and measures undertaken in Kosovo by the authorities of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and of the Kosovo Force (KFOR) to consolidate the situation by building a multi-ethnic society, strengthening the rule of law and building democratic institutions, which are prerequisites for the success of this complex mission of regional importance. The Republic of Macedonia welcomes the strengthening of cooperation between UNMIK and the authorities in Belgrade to address issues of mutual concern, including conditions for fair participation by Serbs in the forthcoming Kosovo-wide elections.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

32. “Thank you, Sir, for giving me the opportunity to address the Security Council. At the same time, I would like to express my appreciation for the introductory remarks and evaluations made by Under-Secretary-General Guehenno. Allow me also to join those who associated themselves with the statement made by the Permanent Representative of Belgium on behalf of the presidency of the European Union. It is of vital importance for the Republic of Macedonia, as an immediate neighbour of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, to have a stable and transparent northern border, including with Kosovo.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

33. “Finally, in response to the question of the representative of Ireland, I would like to stress that my country is pursuing a policy of inter-ethnic relations based on concrete measures, and these measures imply further measures in higher education for the various nationalities, particularly the Albanian nationality, and in local government. In this respect, I would like to call on the European Union and all friendly Governments and other friendly partners to support these efforts with concrete measures and concrete projects. This is how we can carry out preventive diplomacy and fight successfully against extremists. I can assure all those people who still believe that they can turn the wheel of history backwards in the Balkans that my country will not support or participate in such actions.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

34. “It is a matter of deepest conviction that we do not regard our own population, including the Albanian part of it, as targets. If there are any targets at all, targets have to be terrorists and extremists. I am very glad to state today that they have been regarded as a target in this discussion, and I would like to thank the Council very much for its support for the measures we have presented here on behalf of my Government and for the policy that my country is pursuing in the region. I am grateful for the support expressed in the President's statement and in all the other statements made in this discussion.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

35. “I would like to thank you personally, Mr. President, and all the representatives of the members of the Security Council and of the other countries that joined today's discussion for the condolences expressed concerning the deaths of three innocent soldiers of the Macedonian army. They were victims of violence, but their lives are an invaluable asset, as a part of the peaceful policy of Macedonia in the region and in Europe. I can assure the Council that Macedonia's peaceful policy and the philosophy behind it, based, among other things, on the inter-ethnic balance, will continue. Nothing in this world will prevent us from pursuing this policy. The fact that our security forces did not intervene proportionally is not a matter of political tactics on the part of my Government and the President.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

36. “I strongly believe that today's endeavours and the message that the Security Council will send will serve as a basis for undertaking adequate measures for the stabilization of the northern border of my country - the Republic of Macedonia - in the period to come. I stand ready to answer any questions Council members might have.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

37. “It should be clear that at this time we are endeavouring to protect not only the stability of our northern border, but also the values we share with the peoples of the countries represented here- peace, freedom and democracy, in a multi- ethnic and multicultural country like the Republic of Macedonia. I call upon the Council to support the measures we are proposing. In this fashion, we can work together in reaffirming the preconditions for a peaceful and democratic development of the Balkans, with inviolable, stable and transparent borders. The support of the Council for the case I have had the honour to present to it, on behalf of the Republic of Macedonia, is of crucial importance at this moment.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

38. “But in order to be effective, Security Council resolution 1244 (1999) must be fully implemented, and KFOR has to act according to its basic mandate, to prevent spill-over effects and to secure the northern border of Macedonia from the Kosovo side. In this context, I am pleased to note the conclusions reached today by the North Atlantic Council on measures to be undertaken in regard to my country. Before I conclude, I would like to emphasize once again the role of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo and of KFOR in the period ahead of us. The eyes - and hopes - of the Macedonian population are turned towards KFOR and the measures it will undertake.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

39. “Some say that Macedonia is being tested once again, particularly as regards its inter-ethnic relations, which are a crucial element of its stability. But they should not forget that this time the international community is also facing a serious test. Nobody today can claim to have been caught by surprise. The spill- over mission of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe was established almost 10 years ago. I can assure the Council that Macedonia will pass this test in these difficult times, in spite of the fact that a group of people - whom some call guerrillas and others extremists or terrorists - has tried to take hostage not only the local Albanian population but inter-ethnic relations in Macedonia in general.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

40. “However, it is evident that there are persons and forces in the Balkans who still believe that the time for creating so-called greater national states and drawing ethnic border lines has not passed. The incident in Tanusevci and in the border area of the Republic of Macedonia with Kosovo must be understood also in this light - as a warning for all of us to react and oppose these kinds of activities without hesitation. The Security Council should be aware that the incident in Tanusevci must be seen in a broader context. This is not just about Tanusevci or about the Republic of Macedonia. This is about the region of the Balkans and its transformation into a peaceful, stable, democratic and prosperous European region.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

41. “Now that a new page is finally being written in the history of the region, the new climate of cooperation and regional integration is again under threat. This new approach was best articulated at the Skopje summit of heads of State and Government of South-eastern Europe, at which the leaders of the countries of the region committed themselves to a new era of development, cooperation and stability in their relations. In that context, the Republic of Macedonia signed the agreement with the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia on the demarcation of the border. All countries in South-eastern Europe and the international community as a whole strongly supported this agreement. They have acknowledged its important contribution to the peace and stability of the region.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

42. “The action plan also proposes the strengthening of the existing measures and the undertaking of additional ones by the Macedonian Government on the border in order to prevent a spillover of the conflict, in particular by reinforcing police control with new border police units. The seriousness of the problem I have just elaborated on and the timing of its occurrence demand that we act preventively. In this case, to act preventively means to act promptly. We believe that this plan can work, and that is why we are advancing it before the Security Council. For the last decade, Macedonia has affirmed itself as a factor of stability in the region, in spite of the challenges presented by the regional crisis.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

43. “The action plan proposes the full observance of Security Council resolution 1244 (1999); the immediate establishment of a ground safety area along the entire Kosovo side of the Macedonian- Yugoslav border, by KFOR and by countries willing to make their contribution if necessary; the undertaking of urgent actions by KFOR for strict compliance of the provisions related to the movement of military and paramilitary formations, arms shipments and a ban on the movement and gathering of larger groups in the ground safety zone; strengthening the permanent coordination of activities between the armed forces of the Republic of Macedonia and KFOR, for the purpose of dealing with the conflict situation in the border area, disarming paramilitary extreme groups and bringing them to justice; and creating conditions for the return of the inhabitants of the village of Tanusevci to their homes.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

44. “In the meantime, the lack of cooperation between Macedonian security forces and KFOR has been overcome. With the aim of resolving this situation, the Government of the Republic of Macedonia adopted an action plan. Its main elements are, in fact, preventive measures against a spillover of the conflict from both sides of the border.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

45. “The coalition Government of Macedonia, including the Democratic Party of Albanians, speaks with one voice and has condemned all attempts made to disrupt the inter-ethnic balance in the country. The Republic of Macedonia undertook a measured security response to the provocations, and only when provoked. The Government of Macedonia appreciates very much the clear signals of support it has received in the statements made by the Security Council, the United Nations Secretary-General, the European Union Presidency, the North Atlantic Council, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and other international forums. The activities of the Kosovo Force (KFOR) in the initial stage were not as effective as necessary, thus causing additional problems for the operations of our security forces.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

46. “The extremists have not put forth their demands or their requests. They are consciously holding the local Albanian population hostage, and in view of the fact that the border belt with Kosovo is inhabited mostly by ethnic Albanians, they are also affecting the inter-ethnic relations in my country. Tanusevci is a serious warning that the Macedonian border area with Kosovo can be used constantly for provoking these kinds of incidents, thus threatening the peace, security and stability of Macedonia and the entire region. The problem we are facing requires political, diplomatic and security measures. The Government and the President of the Republic of Macedonia are undertaking numerous activities with the aim of finding a peaceful solution, in close cooperation with the international community.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source

47. “Allow me to begin by expressing my great satisfaction at seeing you, the representative of Ukraine, presiding over this very important meeting of the Security Council, which was requested by the Government of the Republic of Macedonia. I also want to thank you for your prompt response in organizing this meeting. I am here to inform the Council on the disturbing developments on the northern border of the Republic of Macedonia. In the past few weeks, my country has been confronted with a serious problem caused by unidentified extremist militant groups stationed on the northern border of the Republic of Macedonia. These groups have occupied the village of Tanusevci, and from this stronghold they have continuously provoked armed incidents for some time now. On 4 March of this year, three soldiers of the Macedonian army were killed.”

    2001-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4289 (2001) · source