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Khalilzad

lines on the record: 562
first: 2007-05-02
most recent: 2009-01-16
sittings or episodes: 74
sources: un-security-council

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“Eritrea should be given a clear time frame in which to accept the assistance of the United Nations, the African Union or any other State, organization or body that is acceptable to both parties to find a peaceful solution to the crisis. However, if Eritrea rebuffs any such effort towards resolution, the Council must react appropriately. If we fail to do so, not only do we risk yet another costly and tragic war in an area that has already suffered tremendously, but we also jeopardize the credibility of the Security Council.”
2008-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6000 (2008) · source
“The United Nations fact-finding mission has recommended that the United Nations dispatch a high-level envoy to the area to engage with Eritrea to find a peaceful solution to the crisis. The fact-finding mission further noted that "[i]n the event that the offer by the United Nations is again rebuffed by Eritrea, the matter should be referred to the Security Council for appropriate action" (S/2008/602, para. 62). The report's finding that "[a] sovereign country is being drawn into a crippling and unaffordable military mobilization, to deal with a situation that may ultimately threaten national, regional and international peace" (ibid.) reinforces the seriousness of those recommendations. In line with the report's recommendations, the United States calls on the Secretary-General to dispatch a high-level envoy immediately.”
2008-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6000 (2008) · source
“We commend the Djiboutian Government for its efforts to find a peaceful solution to the crisis. The United Nations fact-finding mission to Djibouti clearly documented the extent to which the Djiboutian Government has worked to resolve the crisis peacefully. The Government of Eritrea, however, has defied the international community by attacking its neighbour in a violent confrontation that left 44 Djiboutian soldiers dead and many more missing. The Eritrean Government has refused to cooperate or even to issue visas to the fact-finding mission dispatched by the United Nations to investigate the situation. The Government of Eritrea's failure even to acknowledge the existence of the problem, let alone the seriousness of the situation, is unacceptable. The Security Council should take appropriate action to find a resolution to the crisis.”
2008-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6000 (2008) · source
“The United States would like to thank President Ismail Omar Guelleh for travelling all the way to New York to brief the Council on the continuing crisis between Djibouti and Eritrea. We appreciate the importance of the President's participation in this meeting and the content of his message. We take his message seriously. We hope that the same is true for all members of the Council and that we shall take appropriate note of and respond to the challenge that he has presented to the Council. The United States also welcomes the presence of the Foreign Minister of Djibouti and of the Permanent Representative of Eritrea. The United States remains extremely concerned about Eritrea's unprovoked attack on Djiboutian forces and its subsequent refusal to withdraw its troops or engage in peaceful dialogue to defuse the situation.”
2008-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6000 (2008) · source
“Rather than cause mutual recrimination, those challenges should serve to reaffirm and renew mutual commitment to Afghanistan's success. By making the necessary changes and adjustments, the United States is committed to doing so and remains firmly committed to Afghanistan's success.”
2008-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5994 (2008) · source
“The United States and its partners will send more forces to Afghanistan. Civil-military coordination is important for success and is a crucial part of UNAMA's mandate. We expect Mr. Eide to partner with General McKiernan to carry out that task as soon as possible. Furthermore, UNAMA is at the centre of coordinating international relief efforts. Last June, the international community endorsed the Afghanistan National Development Strategy, and there was an unprecedented level of pledges. Those are clear signs of our determination to help Afghans succeed. As Afghans do their part, donors must also follow through on their commitments. In closing, the Secretary-General's report accurately highlights the increasing difficulties and challenges that the Government of Afghanistan and its international partners are facing.”
2008-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5994 (2008) · source
“The Taliban and other anti-Government elements are waging a systematic campaign of violence and intimidation against civilians. They deliberately target civilians and use them as shields. As the report points out, and as Mr. Eide mentioned in his remarks, the Taliban are increasingly resorting to asymmetric attacks on population centres, aid-related targets and non-governmental organizations. The challenging security situation highlights the need for more forces and better civil-military coordination. On the military side, the United States, in consultation with our ISAF partners, has streamlined its chain of command to make its forces better able to carry out their mission. General McKiernan is now the commander of both ISAF and United States forces in Afghanistan and is working very closely with the Afghan security forces.”
2008-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5994 (2008) · source
“The United States deeply regrets the accidental loss of civilian life and we do not take this lightly. We share the Secretary- General's grave concern over the issue of civilian casualties. I want to assure the Council members that we will do everything in our power to ensure that ISAF and Operation Enduring Freedom take every precaution to prevent civilian casualties. We have intensified our efforts with the Government of Afghanistan to improve coordination and communication in operations to prevent future incidents. Our military central command has issued guidance to United States forces to continue to take steps to prevent civilian casualties and to acknowledge them when they occur. At the same time, we should not lose sight of the fundamental cause of the increasing casualties, clearly spelled out in the Secretary-General's report.”
2008-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5994 (2008) · source
“The United Nations Secretariat has its own critical role to play in facilitating and supporting UNAMA's practical needs. As a top priority, we must find ways to allow Mr. Eide to hire the people he needs and get them on board immediately, not months from now. We urge the Secretariat to do everything in its power to make sure that Mr. Eide is given the support and resources he needs to carry out his mission. Mr. Eide, in turn, needs to use those capabilities and the promising relationships he has built with the Afghans and with the international community to develop targets and plans with timelines for achieving each of the major tasks in his mandate. The United States and its partners are committed to success in Afghanistan and will adjust our approach as necessary to achieve our common goals.”
2008-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5994 (2008) · source
“The recent election of a new Government in Pakistan provides an opportunity for increased cooperation between the two countries against terrorists and extremists, who threaten Afghanistan, Pakistan and, indeed, the world. The agenda for regional cooperation is clear: no sanctuary for hostile forces; no use of extremists and terrorists to advance national interests; intelligence-sharing; precluding regional geopolitical rivalry; encouraging reconciliation; and integrating Afghanistan into regional institutions and the regional economy. Progress on those fronts is crucial to Afghanistan's stability and development. Both Afghans and Pakistanis need and deserve international support to resist extremists and terrorists. The United States is committed to doing its part.”
2008-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5994 (2008) · source
“We welcome the Afghan security forces taking increasing responsibility for protecting the Afghan people as their capabilities grow and as conditions warrant; indeed we believe that this is crucial. President Karzai has committed his Government to holding election in 2009. That is very important. We welcome UNAMA's effort to support the Afghan Government in preparing for those elections. It is imperative that the international community redouble efforts to ensure credible elections. We call on the Afghan Government to maintain its commitment to carry out those elections as scheduled to further instill the culture of democratic and representative Government in the country and to sustain international support. For Afghanistan's success, I would like to underscore the importance of the role of the country's neighbours.”
2008-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5994 (2008) · source
“But success in Afghanistan is critical not only for the Afghans, but also for the region and the broader struggle against terror and extremism. Success can be achieved despite the recent talk of doom and gloom, as referred to by Mr. Eide. Success requires that the Government in Afghanistan implement its national development strategy, making tough decisions and implementing the agreed policies, specifically in the areas of local governance, combating corruption, enforcing the rule of law, achieving economic development, the pursuit of robust counter-narcotics efforts and reform of the police forces. We hope that the recent changes in the Cabinet proposed by President Karzai can assist with making progress with regard to those goals.”
2008-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5994 (2008) · source
“The United States is the largest donor to Afghanistan, both financially and in kind. We are prepared to do more. We urge United Nations Member States to respond to the appeals of the Afghan Government, as well as of the United Nations, to avoid a worsening humanitarian situation this winter. Planning and preparations for winter should aim at assisting needy Afghans in dealing with food shortages, as well as with cold weather. We concur with the Secretary-General's conclusion that the security situation has become more challenging as the number of anti-Government incidents has increased and the extremist Taliban and their terrorist allies have continued to wage deadly attacks on Afghan security forces, the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) and the civilian population.”
2008-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5994 (2008) · source
“I would like to thank Mr. Eide for his briefing to the Council today. Concurrent with Mr. Eide's appointment, the Security Council took the crucial decision to refine and expand the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). To implement the revised mandate, and given the huge challenges that UNAMA faces regarding civil-military coordination, the effectiveness of humanitarian relief and election preparations, we support an immediate increase, indeed a surge, in UNAMA's capabilities, based on the proposals made by Mr. Eide. The United States is gravely concerned about the humanitarian conditions in Afghanistan. The situation is worsening and many lives are in jeopardy, both from possible food shortages and from extreme cold weather.”
2008-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5994 (2008) · source
“In closing, I wish to reiterate that the United States is firmly committed to United Nations Charter principles for resolving international disputes peacefully, including the importance of mediation. We are not wedded to any particular theory of how that should be done. Instead, we believe in a pragmatic approach and believe in the need to rely upon those mechanisms and mediators that can best reduce, manage or resolve disputes.”
2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source
“We have wholeheartedly embraced the perspective of Article 33 of the United Nations Charter, which suggests an array of resolution mechanisms to disputing parties. The United States also strongly supports the work of the Peacebuilding Commission, as it embodies all aspects of the work of the United Nations - peace, development and human rights. By integrating them into one coherent approach, the United Nations helps to close gaps in the international response to countries emerging from conflict. The work of the Peacebuilding Commission will help keep countries from falling back into conflict. The Peacebuilding Fund has provided catalytic support not only to Burundi and Sierra Leone, but also to the Central African Republic, Cote d'Ivoire and Guinea.”
2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source
“We believe that successful dispute resolution requires that States be active and politically engaged in seeking a settlement. It is not enough to turn a problem over to international organizations and hope that after a time a solution will emerge. Such formal resolution mechanisms have a vital role to play and can be a decisive factor in resolving disputes, but in the most serious crises there is no substitute for the application of political will and energy by States. Sometimes, States may find that an ad hoc mechanism is the most effective way forward. We believe that formal negotiations and mediation, where States must engage fully and inclusively and real political effort must be expended, are often the best way to address the most serious international disputes.”
2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source
“These investments have strengthened the conflict prevention capabilities of the United States and have resulted in increased coordination with the efforts of regional organizations, such as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union. The international community must continue to work to strengthen and deepen the pool of potential international mediators and facilitators. For example, ECOWAS has established a Council of the Wise. Members of that group of experienced statesmen and diplomats from the region have already had successes in mediating in member countries. The United States believes that there is even greater potential for that organization to work within the region, and is developing training programmes and other forms of support for the group.”
2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source
“Over the past several years, the United States has been pressing in the Security Council for action to deal with threats to international peace and security that have emerged, including supporting the adoption of Security Council resolution 1625 (2005), a declaration on the need to strengthen the effectiveness of the Security Council's role in conflict prevention, particularly in Africa. The United States welcomes the statement of the Secretary-General and his report of January 2008 (S/2008/18), stating that a culture of conflict prevention is taking hold at the United Nations, and that "the commitment to building and mainstreaming its tools has taken root" (para. 2). The United States has invested heavily in supporting conflict prevention through early warning, conflict assessment and efforts to promote early response.”
2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source
“Furthermore, the appointment of former Burkinabe Foreign Minister Bassole as the new joint United Nations-African Union Chief Mediator for the Darfur conflict is the most recent contribution by Burkina Faso in assisting in negotiating peace. Minister Bassole's mission has the potential to re-energize the peace process, and we support his efforts. The United States has favoured the strengthening of mechanisms of the international community for mediation and the peaceful settlement of disputes. The United States has strongly supported the role of the Security Council in helping to prevent disputes from escalating into dangerous conflict.”
2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source
“On behalf of the United States, I would like to congratulate President Compaore and the delegation of Burkina Faso on highlighting the importance of mediation and the settlement of disputes. Burkina Faso has played a vital role in helping to bring peace to conflicts throughout Africa. And, as others have noted, President Compaore personally has been active as a mediator in regional conflicts. In 2006, the President served as mediator of the inter-Togolese dialogue, which resulted in an agreement between the Government and opposition parties. He also served as mediator in the crisis in Cote d'Ivoire, brokering the peace agreement that was signed in March 2007. We thank President Compaore for his many contributions.”
2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source
“Iran must fully and verifiably suspend its uranium-enrichment-related reprocessing and heavy-water-related activities and cooperate fully with the IAEA, as required by the Security Council.”
2008-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5973 (2008) · source
“It is in that vein that the United States provided a briefing to Council members on 10 September about our own efforts to implement the provisions of the Iran sanctions resolutions related to financial institutions, in particular paragraph 10 of resolution 1803 (2008). By sharing best practices, we seek to assist other States in deciding how to carry out that vigilance, particularly because we have encountered a number of attempts by Iran to avoid sanctions through the use of deceptive financial practices. Vigilance is a matter for each Member State. We would encourage other countries to share their experiences so that we may help each other implement the provisions of those resolutions more effectively. Finally, the United States objective remains a diplomatic resolution to this issue.”
2008-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5973 (2008) · source
“As was mentioned by the Chairman, to help ensure that, on 1 August the United States, France and the United Kingdom distributed to the Council a list of banks domiciled in Iran, which included their branches and subsidiaries abroad. We hope that the sharing of that kind of information will assist other countries in carrying out their obligations under those resolutions. We note that those resolutions apply to all types of financial institutions, including banks and insurance providers. The United States seeks to aid the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 08-50335 1737 (2006) in carrying out its mandate to examine information regarding alleged violations of imposed measures and to seek information from all States regarding actions taken by them to implement the imposed measures.”
2008-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5973 (2008) · source
“We encourage all States to take actions that are complementary to those explicitly required by those resolutions, to achieve the international community's ultimate objective of persuading Iran to make a strategic decision to abandon its pursuit of a nuclear weapons capability. Full implementation of the resolutions will maintain pressure on Iran to change course. We would like to call special attention to the need to implement the provisions of the Council's resolutions regarding Iran's financial institutions. The goal of those provisions is to ensure that lran's financial sector is not used to fund proscribed nuclear proliferation or missile programmes.”
2008-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5973 (2008) · source
“The United States thanks the Chairman for his report on the actions taken by States in fulfilment of their obligations under resolutions 1737 (2006), 1747 (2007) and 1803 (2008) to take measures to counter the proliferation and development of nuclear technology and ballistic missiles by Iran. 1 must note that Iran continues to defy the continued demands of this Council to suspend its uranium enrichment programme and activities related to its heavy water reactor and has failed to cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) investigations. The United States believes it essential that Member States fully implement the provisions of resolutions 1737 (2006), 1747 (2007) and 1803 (2008).”
2008-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5973 (2008) · source
“I am sorry that I have to take the floor again, but I want to restate my question to Ambassador Churkin. He did not respond to that question. Is the goal of the Russian Federation to change the leadership of Georgia?”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“In that conversation, Foreign Minister Lavrov told United States Secretary of State Rice that the democratically elected President of Georgia - and I quote - "must go". I quote again: "Saakashvili must go". This is completely unacceptable and crosses the line. I want to ask Ambassador Churkin: is your Government's objective regime change in Georgia, the overthrow of the democratically elected Government of Georgia? Russia must affirm that its aim is not to change the democratically elected Government of Georgia and that it accepts the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Georgia. Russia is threatening the territorial integrity of Georgia, and this Council must act decisively to reaffirm the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Georgia.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“I am taking the floor to respond to what Ambassador Churkin said in his earlier statement. We heard Ambassador Churkin's polemics, which did not respond to the call we have made for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to the status quo ante. He has acknowledged his Government's refusal to deal with the democratically elected President of Georgia. He has acknowledged that this situation is no longer about South Ossetia. He has attacked the United Nations Secretariat. He has made specious comparisons to other conflicts. I want to focus, however, on one point that Ambassador Churkin made. Ambassador Churkin referred to his Minister's phone conversation with Secretary of State Rice this morning. That conversation raises serious questions about Russia's objectives in this conflict.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“Russia's relations with the United States and others in the international community will be affected by its continued assault on Georgia and its refusal to contribute to a peaceful solution of this crisis.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“That means respect for Article 2, paragraph 4, which calls for all States Members of the United Nations to refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State. Therefore, we believe that the Council needs to take urgent action calling for an immediate ceasefire and the withdrawal of all forces to the status quo of 6August. This applies particularly to Russian combat forces that have been brought in over the past week. We cannot remain indifferent to this point. We have begun consulting with others in the Security Council and expect that a draft resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire will be introduced shortly. Fourthly, I urge the Russian Federation to carefully consider the implications of this aggression against the sovereign and democratic State of Georgia.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“Similarly, its expansion of the conflict to another separatist area in Georgia and attacks on the areas around Georgia's capital, Tbilisi, suggest other motives and objectives. Secondly, we must condemn Russia's military assault on the sovereign State of Georgia and the violation of that country's sovereignty and territorial integrity, including the targeting of civilians and the campaign of terror against the Georgian population. Similarly, we need to condemn the destruction of Georgian infrastructure. Thirdly, the Council must do what it can to ensure adherence to the provisions of the Charter of the United Nations and take actions to address this threat to international peace and security.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“In view of this deteriorating situation, we need to ask ourselves what the Council can do to stop the violence, to stop the aggression and to return to the status quo of 6 August. First, we have to draw the appropriate conclusions about what this conflict is and what it is not. Russia has claimed that these military operations were intended to protect its peacekeepers and the civilian population in South Ossetia. Yet its reaction goes far beyond any reasonable measure required to do so. Indeed, its escalation of the conflict has been the immediate cause of increased loss of innocent life and humanitarian suffering. Since Russia is impeding Georgian forces from withdrawing, rejecting a ceasefire and continuing to carry out military attacks against civilian centres, its claims of a humanitarian purpose are clearly not credible.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“Fourthly, against this backdrop of heightened Violence, the Russian forces are actually impeding the withdrawal of Georgian forces from South Ossetia. This is an unconscionable effort to continue the conflict and prevent the Georgians from taking concrete steps to de-escalate the situation. Fifthly, we continue to face the intransigent rejection by Russia of efforts to stop the violence. Georgia has offered a ceasefire and a restoration of the status quo of 6 August, but Russia rejects this reasonable position. Finally, Russia continues to resist efforts by the international community to mediate this conflict, which is now clearly and unquestionably one between Russia and Georgia.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“This is a direct challenge to the mission mandated by the Security Council. Let there be no confusion about the significance of this point. Some Abkhaz officials have stated their intention to drive Georgia militarily out of the Upper Kodori Valley. Moreover, Russia has been attacking villages and cities elsewhere in Georgia, including threatening the Zugdidi region and launching air attacks against Tbilisi airport. Russian military attacks have also destroyed critical Georgian infrastructure, including seaports, airports and other facilities. Thirdly, the result of this escalation against a sovereign State that has not posed a direct threat to Russia has increased the number of casualties and the humanitarian suffering of the people of Georgia, including in South Ossetia and Abkhazia.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“The United States has asked for this emergency meeting in 5 View of dramatic and dangerous developments over the past 24 hours in and around Georgia. First, there has been an intensification of Russian military activity in the South Ossetian region. This includes an influx of many thousands of troops beyond the several hundred Russian peacekeepers present when this crisis began. Military operations against Georgian forces in the conflict zone have escalated dramatically. Secondly, the conflict has expanded. A Russian- backed military offensive has been launched in the Abkhazia region of Georgia. This was preceded by a demand from the Abkhaz for the peacekeeping presence of the United Nations Observer Mission in Georgia (UNOMIG) to be withdrawn from the Kodori Valley, which has since been bombed.”
2008-08-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5953 (2008) · source
“I believe that this is something that we can all come together on. It would send the right message to the people of Georgia and would put us on the path to dealing with the issues, which several colleagues - almost everyone, including our Russian colleague - have raised and that need to be addressed.”
2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5952 (2008) · source
“I take the floor to highlight one issue. I think almost everyone who has spoken this afternoon has highlighted the importance of ceasing the fighting - of a ceasefire. I note that the representative of Georgia has said that Georgia is ready to accept a ceasefire, but my Russian colleague's statement was silent on the issue of the need for an immediate end to the violence and for accepting a ceasefire. I believe that it is very important that the message go out, loud and clear from here, that there has to be a ceasefire. We understand that there are issues separating the parties, and we want those issues to be addressed. But what is needed is an end to the violence. Therefore, there has to be a cessation of violence, and we urge the Russian Federation to join what appears to be a consensus for a cessation of violence - for a ceasefire.”
2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5952 (2008) · source
“That cessation should lead to a restoration of the status quo ante by all concerned. My Government is working actively with others to secure a ceasefire. We also support international mediation to calm the situation. We seek Russia's support for these efforts. We call on the parties to show the utmost restraint and to refrain from actions that would further inflame the situation. We also call on all parties to facilitate access for humanitarian assistance. Let me close by reiterating a fundamental tenet of this Council's engagement on issues that affect Georgia: support for Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5952 (2008) · source
“We are profoundly troubled by these developments, and we regret the resulting loss of life and numerous casualties among innocent civilians. We call on Russia to cease attacks on Georgia by aircraft and missiles, to respect Georgia's territorial integrity and to Withdraw its ground combat forces from Georgian soil. The violence that has taken place must stop in order to avert further escalation and loss of life in Georgia - escalation of a conflict that affects not only Georgia but the wider region. What has been happening in the past days in Georgia clearly poses a threat to international peace and security that affects all of us around this table. For those reasons, the United States calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities by all parties to avert further risk of escalation and to stop the suffering for the people of the region.”
2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5952 (2008) · source
“The United States is deeply concerned about the deteriorating situation and the resort to violence in the South Ossetia region of Georgia that has taken place over the past several days. The underlying problems in the South Ossetia region have a long history and need to be addressed through appropriate diplomatic and political channels. However, the situation has seen an even more dangerous downturn with the introduction of additional Russian forces into South Ossetia and with Russian air and missile attacks against Georgia. That raises serious concerns about the commitment of Russia to respect Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as questions about ultimate Russian intentions and objectives.”
2008-08-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5952 (2008) · source
“We also ask that Council members support the members of the International Steering Group and the EU as they work to take on the responsibility of international supervision of Kosovo and, by extension, the preservation of UNMIK's positive legacy.”
2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source
“We look forward to EULEX's early deployment throughout Kosovo and encourage the United Nations and the EU to conclude technical negotiations that would allow for full EULEX deployment as soon as possible. All parties must recognize that the deployment of EULEX throughout Kosovo will help to ensure stability for all ethnicities in Kosovo. The Council can contribute to the preservation of UNMIK's tremendous legacy of having preserved peace and stability in Kosovo since its establishment in 1999. We call on all Council members to support the Secretary-General as he exercises his authority under resolution 1244 (1999) to guide UNMIK as it makes a key transition in Kosovo.”
2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source
“As we have consistently held since a broad international coalition moved to implement the plan of former Special Envoy Ahtisaari, UNMIK must adapt to the new reality of Kosovo's independence and the establishment of the International Civilian Office and the EU's Rule of Law Mission (EULEX). Specifically, we welcome and fully support the decision of the Secretary-General to authorize the transfer of responsibilities regarding the rule of law from UNMIK to EULEX. EULEX will play a critical role in supporting the development and enforcement of the rule of law throughout Kosovo. It is for that reason that the United States will contribute police and judicial personnel to the EU-led mission.”
2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source
“Thirdly, as this Council has remained deadlocked and unable to provide guidance to the Secretary- General regarding UNMIK's future, we welcome and fully support the Secretary-General's announced decision to reconfigure UNMIK in the light of new realities on the ground in Kosovo, particularly as Kosovo's new Constitution has come into force. That decision of the Secretary-General is completely in line with his existing authorities under resolution 1244 (1999). We look forward to quick progress on UNMIK's reconfiguration and its carrying out of the residual functions the Secretary-General has previously outlined.”
2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source
“We deplore ongoing efforts by hardliners in Serbia using financial levers and physical intimidation to coerce ethnic Kosovo Serbs not to participate in Kosovo's institutions. We expect that the new Government in Belgrade will halt the destabilizing policies and support legitimate efforts at building reconciliation and stability. We also share the Secretary-General's concern about the property dispute at the Decane monastery. That issue highlights an important principle as the Government of Kosovo and the international community work to ensure that minority cultural and religious rights are respected. The International Civilian Representative will exercise oversight to ensure that the Government of Kosovo meets its obligations to protect the rights of minority communities and their cultural and religious heritage.”
2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source
“The Government of Kosovo and the vast majority of Kosovo's citizens of all ethnic groups have shown goodwill and restraint, despite continued provocations by hard-line opponents of Kosovo's independence. The progress and stability in Kosovo have been laudable and should be commended by all members of the Security Council. Secondly, despite that progress, we share the Secretary-General's concern regarding the continuing lack of control on the Serbia-Kosovo border. Smuggling remains rampant and the threat of violence from hardliners remains worrisome. We call on Serbia to support all authorities in their efforts to restore legitimate customs and other normal border functions. The threat of violence against those who would seek to impose order must cease.”
2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source
“I am pleased to note that, since Kosovo's declaration of independence on 17 February, a Constitution and 41 laws have been adopted, with strong commitments to the protection of minority community rights and religious and cultural heritage, in line with the recommendations of former United Nations Special Envoy Ahtisaari. Furthermore, three minorities, including two ethnic Serbs, continue to serve as ministers in Kosovo's Government. Ethnic Serbs are active in several of Kosovo's local and central Government institutions. Forty-three countries have recognized Kosovo's independence, and Kosovo has applied for membership in the International Monetary Fund and World Bank.”
2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source
“I would also like to welcome Foreign Minister Hyseni to the Council and congratulate him on his historic appointment as Kosovo's first Foreign Minister and on the progress his Government is making as it charts its new independent course. Today, I would like to make three additional points. First, this is a time of promise for all the people of Kosovo. The 11 July donors conference in Brussels that the Foreign Minister of Kosovo referred to exceeded expectations, with pledges totalling $1.9 billion. The conference underscored the commitment of key members of the international community to help foster economic growth, support regional stability and encourage prosperity for all the people of Kosovo.”
2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source
“He and his staff have the support of the United States as he works to implement the Secretary- General's plan to reconfigure UNMIK. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the former Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Riicker, and his deputy, Larry Rossin, for their hard work and significant achievements during their tenure. I would also like to welcome Foreign Minister Jeremie here today and congratulate Serbia on demonstrating its commitment to the rule of law through the arrest of Radovan Karadzic. We are also pleased with the tone shown by the Minister here today. The new Serbian Government is making commendable efforts to improve relations with the European Union. We encourage Serbia further to illustrate those gestures by engaging constructively with the European Union on Kosovo.”
2008-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5944 (2008) · source