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“"The Security Council calls for immediate mobilisation of the funds pledged to Yemen at the Geneva Pledging Conference of 25 April 2017, hosted by the United Nations Secretary-General together with the Governments of Sweden and Switzerland, and full funding of the United Nations 2017 Humanitarian Response Plan for Yemen as part of a coordinated international response to the crisis. The Security Council also expresses support for the statement made by the United Nations Humanitarian Coordinator on 26 May on the urgent need to provide funding to halt the spread of cholera. "The Security Council calls on all Member States to fully implement the arms embargo as required by the relevant Security Council resolutions.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7974 (2017) · source
“"The Security Council, with a view both to addressing the humanitarian emergency, and to building confidence between the sides in a way which will be conducive to political negotiations, encourages rapid agreement on (a) deployment of additional United Nations Verification and Inspection Mechanism monitors; (b) increasing the capacity of all of Yemeni ports, including through the timely installation of cranes at Hudaydah to increase the port's capacity; (0) increased access to Sana'a airport for lifesaving humanitarian supplies and movement of urgent humanitarian cases.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7974 (2017) · source
“These proposals would act as a confidence-building mechanism between the parties, with a view to a durable cessation of hostilities as a step towards the resumption of peace talks under United Nations leadership. The Security Council urges the parties to work with the Special Envoy to conclude an agreement for the resumption of government salary payments and the preservation of essential government services in all areas of the country.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7974 (2017) · source
“"The Security Council shares the grave concern of the Secretary-General about the threat of famine in Yemen, which he described as the largest food insecurity emergency in the world, and notes with deepest concern the additional humanitarian challenge presented by the alarming cholera outbreak in the country. The Security Council emphasizes that the spread of Cholera and the threat of famine reflect the gravity of Yemen's humanitarian crisis and the severe strain the conflict has placed on the country's institutions. "In light of this worsening crisis, the Security Council calls on all parties to engage constructively with the Special Envoy's latest proposals for increasing commercial and humanitarian shipments through Red Sea ports including new arrangements for the management of Hudaydah port and city.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7974 (2017) · source
“The Security Council further calls on the parties to allow the safe, rapid and unhindered access for humanitarian supplies and personnel to the populations of all affected governorates, and to facilitate access for essential imports of food, fuel and medical supplies into the country and their distribution throughout. In this regard, the Security Council stresses the importance of keeping all Yemen's ports functioning, including Hudaydah port, as a critical lifeline for humanitarian support and other essential supplies, in line with the Special Envoy's latest proposals for Hudaydah port and city.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7974 (2017) · source
“"The Security Council calls upon all parties to comply with international humanitarian law, including to at all times distinguish between the civilian population and combatants, and between civilian objects and military objectives, and by taking all feasible precautions to avoid and in any event minimize harm to civilians and civilian objects, and to end the recruitment and use of children in violation of applicable international law, in order to prevent further suffering of civilians. The Security Council further underlines the need to ensure the security of humanitarian and United Nations personnel. The Security Council calls on all parties to respect and protect medical facilities and personnel.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7974 (2017) · source
“Furthermore, the Security Council reiterates its call to all parties to engage in peace talks in a flexible and constructive manner without preconditions, and in good faith. "The Security Council strongly condemns the attack on the United Nations Special Envoy's convoy during his recent visit to Sana'a, and calls upon the Houthis and supporters of former President Saleh to undertake a full investigation to identify those responsible and hold them to account. The Security Council calls upon all parties to the conflict to engage constructively with the Special Envoy's proposals for peace and ensure the unhindered access of the Special Envoy to all parts of Yemen. The Security Council notes the statement by the Government of Yemen contained in document S/20l7/476.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7974 (2017) · source
“"The Security Council recalls that the Gulf Cooperation Council Initiative and Implementation Mechanism, the outcomes of the comprehensive National Dialogue conference, and relevant Security Council resolutions provide the basis for inclusive negotiations for a political settlement of the crisis in Yemen and expresses concern at the continued non-implementation of these resolutions. "The Security Council expresses its continued support for the tireless efforts of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen, Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed, to bring the parties to negotiations with a view towards swiftly reaching a final and comprehensive agreement to end the conflict in Yemen. The Security Council calls on the parties to immediately agree on the modalities for a durable cessation of hostilities.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7974 (2017) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Following consultations with the members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on their behalf: "The Security Council recalls its resolutions 2014 (2011), 2051 (2012), 2140 (2014), 2201 (2015), 2204 (2015), 2216 (2015), 2266 (2016), 2342 (2017), and presidential statements of 15 February 2013, 29 August 2014, 22 March 2015 and 25 April 2016. "The Security Council expresses grave concern about the devastating humanitarian impact of the conflict on civilians and emphasizes that the humanitarian situation will deteriorate in the absence ofa political solution. "The Security Council expresses deep concern about the recent outbreak of cholera, which is the latest indicator of the gravity of the humanitarian crisis.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7974 (2017) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 4.20 pm.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7973 (2017) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2017/469, which contains the text of a letter dated 30 May 2017 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council. I now give the floor to Ms. Nakamitsu.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7973 (2017) · source
“I would like to express my heartfelt condolences about the loss of life in an attack today in Kabul. I am sure that I speak on behalf of all members of the Security Council in expressing our condemnation of these acts, our condolences to the families of the Victims, our wishes for a rapid recovery for the wounded and our solidarity with the people and Government of Afghanistan. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. The situation in the Middle East Letter dated 30 May from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/2017/469) The President (spoke in Spanish): In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Ms. Izumi Nakamitsu, Under- Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, to participate in this meeting.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7973 (2017) · source
“It is also essential to respect the principle of African solutions for African problems if we are to succeed in our common endeavours. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. The meeting rose at 11.40 am.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source
“We urge donor countries and the international community in general to continue to contribute actively and to fulfil the commitments they have undertaken in the framework of cooperation and under resolution 2320 (2016). Bolivia believes that the success of peacekeeping operations depends on close cooperation between the United Nations and the African Union, and on the role that has been conferred, inter alia, on women in such processes. We stress the need for both organizations to ensure that women and the gender perspective are fully integrated into all activities related to peace and security. Finally, Bolivia believes it important to give the African Union a more proactive role in taking its own decisions on issues of concern to it, in full respect for the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of all its members.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source
“Both organs are committed to developing a structured and balanced relationship while also strengthening partnership through mutual support and consistent technical support, with respect to political issues as well as peacekeeping operations. We hope that the meeting scheduled for September will be successful. The Council stressed that joint consultative analysis and planning with the United Nations are crucial in formulating joint recommendations on the reach of mission resources. Resolution 2320 (2016) was adopted to that end, by which the Security Council expressed its willingness to consider options in response to the African Union's own proposal to finance 25 per cent of the cost of such operations by 2020. Such a mobilization of resources would make a significant contribution to the African Union peace and security programme.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source
“Some of the achievements that I referred to have allowed the United Nations the African Union to forge a strategic partnership that, over the past 15 years, has incorporated innovative and fresh ways of working, particularly when it comes to peace operations. Peace operations deployed by the United Nations in Africa are a key instrument in the ongoing quest for the embedding of peace and security on a permanent basis in those countries that currently face serious political and social crises. They are also a useful tool when dealing with threats such as humanitarian crises and terrorism. Bolivia would like to underscore the rising level of strategic partnership between the Security Council and the Peace and Security Council of the African Union.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source
“Bolivia pays tribute to the work of the President of the African Union Commission and the Secretary- General of the United Nations for the outcome of the first annual African Union-United Nations conference, which took place in April. We encourage its commitment to strengthen dialogue and improve cooperation and coordination mechanisms through common objectives. The African Union has responded in a timely way to the new threats to peace and security in Africa. Clear examples of this fact are the 2007 deployment of the African Union Mission in Somalia, the Regional Cooperation Initiative for the Elimination of the Lord's Resistance Army, as well as the backing provided to the Lake Chad Basin Commission as they set up the Multinational Joint Task Force to fight Boko Haram.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as representative of the Plurinational State of Bolivia. At the outset, Bolivia joins in the expressions of condolences with the respect to the tragic incident that took place in China. Our solidarity and thoughts are with the families of the victims. We wish a speedy recovery to the injured. Bolivia would like to thank the Chef de Cabinet of the Secretary-General, Ms. Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, the Commissioner for Peace and Security of the African Union, Mr. Chergui, and the African Union High Representative for the Peace Fund, Mr. Donald Kaberuka, for their briefings. Our gratitude also goes to the delegations of Egypt, Ethiopia and Senegal for having taken the initiative to convene this meeting.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source
“I thank Mr. Kaberuka for his briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source
“In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Ms. Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, Chef de Cabinet of the Secretary-General; Mr. Smail Chergui, Commissioner for Peace and Security of the African Union; and Mr. Donald Kaberuka, African Union High Representative for the Peace Fund. Mr. Chergui is joining today's meeting via video- teleconference from Addis Ababa. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2017/454, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on options for authorization and support for African Union peace support operations. I now give the floor to Ms. Viotti.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.40 am.”
2017-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7969 (2017) · source
“In implementing the suggestions arising from the strategic review, the Government has an opportunity to demonstrate that it is capable of protecting all civilians across the entire country. We hope that progress will be made in the plan for the voluntary return of internally displaced persons and in the initiative for a volunteer cessation of hostilities. We trust that the Government, in line with the progress it has made, will lend the support necessary to UNAMID to fully comply with its mandate, granting it the necessary access to do so, and guarantee support for humanitarian workers so that they can meet their responsibilities. To conlude, it is important to highlight the fact that ifthe United Nations country team is to fulfil the duties conferred upon it, the support of the international community is crucial.”
2017-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7969 (2017) · source
“Bolivia naturally believes that it is important to protect the most vulnerable in armed conflicts. To that end, we look forward to close coordination with the Government on that initiative. The composition and mandate of the Jebel Marra task force must take its suggestions and concerns into account. However, while we appreciate the aforementioned improvements, the humanitarian situation of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and refugees remains a source of concern. According to the most recent report of the Secretary-General, there are approximately 2.6 million internally displaced persons, who are exposed to various forms of violence. Women and children are the most affected.”
2017-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7969 (2017) · source
“Focusing on peacebuilding will allow UNAMID to help strengthen the State's institutions, train and develop the police, strengthen the rule of law and advance the political process through the implementation of the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur, and in particular through support for the African Union High-level Implementation Panel, which is responsible for the implementation of recommendations on the Sudan. It will also allow UNAMID to address the root causes of the conflict, which is a priority in efforts to achieve stable and lasting peace in the region, which for years has suffered the grave consequences of the conflict in Darfur, in which civilians have been affected most. On that point, as outlined in the strategic review, the protection of civilians will revolve around the action plan of the Jebel Marra task force.”
2017-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7969 (2017) · source
“It is worth recalling that the last strategic review was undertaken in 2013, when the situation was quite different from what it is today. Operation Decisive Summer, implemented in 2014, led to a sharp reduction in the level of hostilies between the Government of the Sudan and armed rebel forces, who at the time had a very active presence in the Sudan. With the exception of the Sudan Liberation Army/Abdul Wahid, their capacities have been significantly reduced over the past few months. We have seen no significant clashes take place since September 2016. Such improvements in the security situation will allow us to refocus the mandate of the Mission not only on peacekeeping but also on peacebuilding tasks, as suggested in the report.”
2017-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7969 (2017) · source
“1 shall now make a statement in my national capacity. Bolivia thanks the Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. El-Ghassim Wane, for his briefing on the special report (S/2017/437) of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission and the Secretary-General of the United Nations on the strategic review of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) . Bolivia welcomes the recommendations contained in the strategic review. We believe that the proposed adjustments to UNAMID duly reflect the gradual evolution of the situation on the ground over the past year. Moreover, the new focus will allow us to adapt UNAMID to the current needs of the population of Darfur.”
2017-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7969 (2017) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of the Sudan to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. El-Ghassim Wane, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2017/437, which contains the special report of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission and the Secretary-General of the United Nations on the strategic review of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur. I now give the floor to Mr. Wane.”
2017-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7969 (2017) · source
“In favour: Bolivia (Plurinational State of), China, Egypt, Ethiopia, France, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Russian Federation, Senegal, Sweden, Ukraine, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America and Uruguay The President (spoke in Spanish): The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2358 (2017). The meeting rose at 10.05 am.”
2017-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7968 (2017) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Somalia to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document 8/2017/494, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show ofhands.”
2017-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7968 (2017) · source
“Hundreds of thousands of internally displaced persons and refugees are vulnerable to food insecurity, diseases and a lack of basic services. We call on the international community and financial institutions to provide the necessary resources to address the needs of vulnerable people of the region. In conclusion, Bolivia encourages UNOCA, along with other regional organizations and the international community, to continue working to achieve peace, stability and development in the Central African subregion. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion of the subject. The meeting rose at 3.30pm.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7967 (2017) · source
“Although the so-called Lord's Resistance Army has been weakened, it nevertheless continues to be a threat to the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. As a result of the recent withdrawal of troops that were fighting the Lord's Resistance Army, a joint strategy should be developed with the African Union and the countries involved in order not to leave vacuums that could be exploited by members of that group and to cooperate in the fight against poaching and illicit trafficking in wildlife, which is a source of financing for this and other groups. Concerning the humanitarian situation, in the Lake Chad basin alone approximately 10 million people urgently need humanitarian assistance.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7967 (2017) · source
“With respect to action against Boko Haram, we commend the positive outcomes of programmes developed by the Governments of the region and of the Lake Chad basin and through international cooperation. Although Boko Haram's ability to launch attacks has been reduced, its activities continue to pose a threat to millions of civilians, who are victims of terrorism and who find it difficult to recover from the scars it leaves. Governments' efforts to combat the root causes of conflict must be supported. In that connection, I take this opportunity to welcome the work of the Multinational Joint Task Force, the Lake Chad Basin Commission and the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel, among other organizations.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7967 (2017) · source
“Bolivia believes that those processes must be allowed to take place with full respect for the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of each State. Although each country's situation is unique, we believe that conflicts in the region can be resolved only through constructive dialogue and respect for prevailing norms. In addition, neighbouring countries, regional organizations and the international community must pool and coordinate their efforts in that endeavour. With regard to security, cooperation in the fight against Boko Haram, the so-called Lord's Resistance Army and other groups must be a priority for UNOCA and other organizations and Governments in the region.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7967 (2017) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my national capacity as the representative of the Plurinational State of Bolivia. Bolivia thanks Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Central Africa, Mr. Fall, for his informative briefing and wishes him every success in his duties. Bolivia supports and acknowledges the work of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA) and understands the challenges the Office faces in achieving peace, security and development in the region. Although it is clear that several Central African countries currently face challenging security, humanitarian and economic conditions, we recognize that UNOCA has contributed to significant achievements in those areas. The political situation in the Central African subregion is plagued with tensions linked to various types ofprocesses.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7967 (2017) · source
“In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Francois Lounceny Fall, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Central Africa and Head of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2017/465, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Central Africa and the activities of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa. I now give the floor to Mr. Fall.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7967 (2017) · source
“The preamble states: "The States Parties, "Determined to put an end to the suffering and casualties caused by anti-personnel mines, that kill or maim hundreds of people every week, mostly innocent and defenceless civilians and especially children, obstruct economic development and reconstruction, inhibit the repatriation of refugees and internally displaced persons, and have other severe consequences for years after emplacement" (General Assembly resolution 52/38). This is one of the responsibilities of the Security Council. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I give the floor to the representative of Italy.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“Bolivia firmly believes that this draft resolution, once adopted, will set a very positive precedent recognizing the threat posed by landmines, explosive remnants of war and improvised explosive devices, as well as the importance of mine action for peacekeeping and for international peace and security. I would like to conclude my statement by quoting the preamble to the Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on Their Destruction, popularly known as the Ottawa Convention. A total of 162 States are party to it; it is one of the cornerstones of mine action around the world and of future treaties in the same area.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“We have signed and ratified the Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on Their Destruction and the Convention on Cluster Munitions. We call upon all States that have not yet signed these Conventions to accede to them, and we appeal to all States parties to the Treaty fulfil their commitments thereunder. It is against this backdrop that two weeks ago Bolivia submitted a draft resolution that is currently being negotiated. We would like to thank all delegations for their positive input to the draft, and we hope to continue to work towards an eventual adoption thereof in the coming days.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“It is on the basis of this understanding that we wish to underscore the work of and the role played by the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) in the coordination of demining efforts in the 18 peacekeeping operations and special political missions in which it is operating. The work it carries out in terms of mine clearance, education and victim assistance is key for the building of lasting and sustainable peace processes. Here I would reiterate that in any conflict in which landmines were used and explosive remnants of war remain, it will not be possible to achieve a sustainable and lasting peace without mine action. Bolivia is a pacifist State that does not manufacture, stockpile or use landmines.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“Although the civilian population is the chief victim of landmines, explosive remnants of war and IEDs, humanitarian staff, both of the United Nations and of other organizations, and peacekeepers are also victims of these devices. In 2015 alone, we recorded 38 direct attacks using IEDs against civilian humanitarian staff and United Nations peacekeepers. This means that such personnel are not only exposed to this threat but also prevented from being deployed effectively so that they can discharge their mandate. Mine action does not, therefore, have just a humanitarian aspect; it is also crucial for the forging of a lasting and sustainable peace. It is not possible to achieve effective piece without including mine action in the mandates that require it.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“As a result, many populations find their access to basic services such as water and land restricted. Land becomes unusable and access to it, and its use for agriculture, becomes impossible, including after conflicts have ended, slowing peace processes and paralysing development efforts. For this reason, people often have no other option than to flee their homes for long periods of time and to live in very precarious circumstances as a direct result of the threat posed by such explosives, swelling the number of internally displaced persons and refugees and further complicating their return once the conflict has ended. The harm and destruction caused to civilian infrastructure such as water-delivery and sanitation systems increases the risk of the spread of disease.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“In 2014, there were victims in 54 countries around the world: 18 in sub-Saharan Africa, two in the Americas, 11 in the East and South Asia and the Pacific, two in Europe and Central Asia, and 11 in North Africa and the Middle East. Likewise, in 2014 there were 57 countries with areas contaminated by landmines and explosive remnants of war: 12 in sub-Saharan Africa, 6 in the Americas, 12 in East and South Asia and the Pacific, 14 in Europe and Central Asia, and 13 in North Africa and the Middle East. Although it is very difficult to calculate exactly the extent of the contamination, in 2014 alone more than 200 square kilometres were cleared of mines and explosive remnants of war. Another consequence of this phenomenon is the contamination of entire areas in which the civilian population used to live and carry out their daily activities.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“The most concerning issue relating to these more than 3,600 Victims of landmines and explosive remnants of war is that 79 per cent of them are civilians. I repeat, 79 per cent are civilian victims, innocent people who have nothing to do with the conflict, and 39 per cent of those are children, boys and girls; again, 39 per cent are children. In 2014, in Somalia 81 per cent of the Victims of mines were children, and in South Sudan the number stood at 60 per cent. It is clear that the use of such weapons is far from having been eliminated. In addition, from 1999 to 2014, more than 1,600 humanitarian deminers were killed or injured, 53 of them in 2014. The number of victims is extremely worrying, and so is the proliferation of such explosives.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“Civilians are the chief victims of contamination by explosive hazards, particularly in post-conflict situations. Landmines, explosive remnants of war and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) continue to take the lives of thousands of people and to leave many others mutilated and disabled. Contamination by such weapons continues to have severe humanitarian consequences in many countries throughout the world. For example, according to data from the Monitor organization, the number of victims of landmines and explosive remnants of war went from 9,220 in 1999 to 3,678 in 2014, that is, from an average of almost 25 victims per day, or more than a victim an hour, to 10 a day in 2014. Despite that decrease, however, the number of victims remains extremely high.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“It hurled me a distance of about 20 metres and I hit a post as I fell. I fell into that hole, looked down and realized that I had lost a leg and that the other one was hanging by a single tendon. At that moment I felt no pain. I now feel as ifthat pain will never go away." That is the testimony ofa 12-year-old boy who was blown up by a landmine on 7 August 2010. "Suddenly something exploded. I felt nothing, but I fell to the ground and saw that my brother had too. There was dust everywhere. I could not walk, and I saw that my right foot was bleeding. It has now been amputated because of a landmine. Like everyone else, I was told later that this was a residential neighbourhood that had been abandoned because it was contaminated with landmines." That is the testimony of a 27-year-old university student named Raed.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“I thank Ms. Ochoa Nifio for her testimony and the information she has given us. I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of the Plurinational State of Bolivia. Bolivia thanks Mr. Alexander Zuev, Assistant Secretary-General for Rule of Law and Security Operations, for his briefing, and Ms. Nathalie Ochoa Nifio for her briefing and for the work she is doing. We are also grateful to Mr. Vincenzo Amendola, Under- Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy, and we would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge and commend Italy and its leadership for their mine action efforts. "I was walking normally and I stood on a rock that began to wobble. Just as I was about to jump off it so as not to fall over, the mine that was there exploded.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“Alexander Zuev, Assistant Secretary- General for Rule of Law and Security Institutions of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations; and Ms. Nathalie Ochoa Nifio, of the United Nations Mine Action Service in Colombia. The Security Councilwill now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I now give the floor to Mr. Zuev.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“It is my sad duty to announce the passing on 8 June of Father Miguel d'Escoto Brockman, President ofthe General Assembly at its sixty-third session. Miguel d'Escoto was a man of God who fought for peace in his country and region, including through our Organization. I now invite Council members to rise to observe a minute of silence in tribute to the memory of Mr. D'Escoto Brockman. The members of the Security Council observed a minute ofsilence. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. Maintenance of international peace and security Comprehensive approach to mine action and explosive hazard threat mitigation The President (spoke in Spanish): In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr.”
2017-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7966 (2017) · source
“There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at11.40 a.m.”
2017-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7965 (2017) · source
“In conclusion, we believe that we must continue to help to lay the foundation for lasting stability in the Central African Republic and to support all relevant initiatives, with the full and committed support and agreement of the international community, based on respect for the law, justice, reconciliation and peace. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I give the floor to the representative of the Central African Republic.”
2017-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7965 (2017) · source