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“Likewise, we know that the prosperity of one country is interdependent of the prospects of its neighbours. I should like to focus on three areas which, in our View, call for particular attention: more efficient peacekeeping with a stronger focus on peacebuilding; ownership, leadership and partnership in peace processes; and the role of women in consolidating peace. In West Africa we have seen increased cooperation in peacekeeping across borders, but there is still room for improvement. Better pooling of operational resources, including police capacity, and more flexible procedures for the transfer of troops are just two examples. Ways to enable peacekeepers to operate across borders should also be further explored.”
2006-08-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5509 (2006) · source
“Let me begin by thanking you, Mr. Council President and Foreign Minister, for convening this meeting and focusing our attention on peace consolidation in West Africa, a situation which provides us with hope but at the same time keeps reminding us that the early stages of peace are fragile and need continued nurturing. Before I continue, I should like to associate myself with the statement to be delivered by Finland on behalf of the European Union. Conflicts in West Africa have taken a terrible toll in human lives, welfare and development, not only in the directly affected countries, but also in neighbouring States. The wars in Liberia and Sierra Leone have tragically demonstrated how conflict and State failure are contagious and how they leave a deadly trail by destabilizing their neighbours.”
2006-08-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5509 (2006) · source
“For the remaining part of its tenure on the Council and beyond, Denmark will continue to provide all possible support to this important process. The protection of children affected by armed conflict is integrated as a crosscutting theme in Danish development assistance. We believe that, as a minimum, children should be provided access to the basic requirements necessary for them to exploit their full potential as human beings. Key among these are education, health and, in particular, peace and security of the person.”
2006-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5494 (2006) · source
“We strongly support this expanded partnership, which has been paramount in achieving the results in front of us today. The past 12 months have clearly demonstrated that, when the Security Council displays the necessary political will, genuine advances can be achieved in the protection of children affected by armed conflict. Such determination will inevitably translate into a greater willingness by donors to provide the adequate resources, allowing all involved to reinvigorate their efforts in areas where support is needed. One of these key areas is the establishment of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration processes, with a greater focus on the specific needs of girls affected by armed conflict.”
2006-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5494 (2006) · source
“Allow me in this regard to commend the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sri Lanka and Uganda for their constructive cooperation with the Working Group. We also commend the Special Representative and UNICEF on the establishment of national monitoring and reporting mechanisms. Thirdly, I would like to underline that the active involvement of civil society is essential. Without the dedicated work and courage of many national and international non-governmental organizations on the ground, it would not be practically possible to establish and maintain the protection framework for children in armed conflict. Finally, it has been extremely encouraging to witness the strengthened cooperation between UNICEF and the Special Representative's office.”
2006-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5494 (2006) · source
“A broad variety of actors must be involved to ensure this overarching objective. First of all, it should by now be clear that the eyes of the international community rest firmly on the actions of all parties involved in armed conflict, be it in Darfur, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, northern Uganda or Sri Lanka. All parties must and will be held accountable for failure to fulfil their obligations to end all violations and abuses committed against children. To achieve progress, it will be key to develop concrete action plans at the national level to halt the recruitment and use of child soldiers. Secondly, the Council expects national Governments to do their utmost to facilitate the establishment of the protection framework, cooperate with national monitoring and reporting task forces and support dialogue between warring parties.”
2006-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5494 (2006) · source
“Furthermore, the Security Council must reaffirm its willingness to use all tools at its disposal and not shy away, even if the situation calls for more difficult measures, such as sanctions, referral of Violators to international courts or stronger enforcement of peacekeeping mandates to protect children. However, the immediate objective for the next 12 months should be to develop the established protection framework for children. Denmark looks forward to engaging in substantial discussion on future reports presented to the Working Group and to translating these discussions into concrete results on the ground. With the adoption of resolution 1612 (2005), the Security Council clearly underlined the imperative of providing protection for children affected by armed conflict.”
2006-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5494 (2006) · source
“Those developments constitute substantial progress that will make a real difference in the daily lives of thousands of children. The process illustrates that, when political determination is present in the Council, our efforts can move beyond mere rhetorical declarations. We hope that all Council members will keep this in mind as we move forward on other related issues, including the protection of civilians and women, peace and security. As we look at the established framework for child protection, it is clear that some aspects need to be reviewed in the future. The scope of both the monitoring and reporting mechanism and of the Working Group must, as envisaged in resolution 1612 (2005), be made truly thematic in nature, covering all situations of concern.”
2006-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5494 (2006) · source
“With the adoption of Security Council resolution 1612 (2005), we managed to achieve what many had already discarded as impossible: to propel the subject of a thematic debate from an issue of general, if somewhat uncommitted concern to a matter with very concrete and operational implications for the work of the Security Council. By now, a monitoring and reporting mechanism on children has been established in a number of conflict situations. Systematic and reliable information is already pouring into the newly established Security Council Working Group, which will shortly present its first recommendations to the Council, initially on the Democratic Republic of the Congo and later in the year on other situations of concern, including the Sudan, Sri Lanka and Somalia.”
2006-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5494 (2006) · source
“Ms. LÂ¢j (Denmark): Let me begin by thanking you, Sir, for convening this meeting on children affected by armed conflicts. Without the tireless efforts of France, we would not have been able to secure the positive developments that have taken place since our last debate on the issue. I also want to express my appreciation for the introductory statements made this morning by the Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict, the Executive Director of UNICEF, the Associate Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme and the representative of the World Bank. Let me also align Denmark with the statement that was delivered by the representative of Finland on behalf of the European Union.”
2006-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5494 (2006) · source
“In this situation, the Secretary-General's decision to dispatch to the Middle East a senior diplomatic mission is extremely timely and welcome. The parties must extend their full cooperation to this team, as well as to delegations from other key players, allowing them to fulfil their missions to contain the conflict. Any effort to ease the tension in this dire situation, including the efforts of the Secretary-General, are very welcome.”
2006-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5489 (2006) · source
“The Security Council has repeatedly called on the Government of Lebanon to restore its sovereignty over all its national territory and to exercise the sole right to the use of force on that territory. My Government welcomes the fact that the Lebanese Government has distanced itself from Hizbollah's actions. We join in urging all countries in the region to act responsibly and to do everything possible to calm the situation. The humanitarian consequences of recent developments are cause for grave concern. The situation is alarming and requires urgent attention, first and foremost from the parties but also from the international community. In conclusion, the level of tension in the region makes it imperative that all parties refrain from any action that would inflame the already tense situation.”
2006-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5489 (2006) · source
“Denmark is unwavering in its recognition of the right of States to self-defence - in this case Israel's. However, care must be taken to ensure that the exercise of that right is proportional and measured. All actions must conform to international law and must be carried out with due respect for the obligations of States to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure in times of war. Denmark is gravely concerned about the wide- scale damage caused by Israel's actions to civilian life and infrastructure. Of special concern is the attack on the civilian airport in Beirut and the air and sea blockade against Lebanon. My Government strongly urges Israel to show utmost restraint.”
2006-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5489 (2006) · source
“During the last few weeks, we have seen the situation in the Middle East deteriorate steadily. An already very difficult situation has become even more volatile, with dire consequences not only for the civilian population but also for the prospects for lasting peace. In the midst of all this grim news, the relationship between Lebanon and Israel has worsened. It now poses a grave threat to the wider security of the region. My Government has condemned Hizbollah's provocations in the strongest possible terms. Those who provide the means to carry out its deadly attacks are equally responsible for their consequences. Moreover, given the prevailing tensions, Hizbollah's attacks inside Israel are simply irresponsible and unacceptable. The abducted Israeli soldiers must be released immediately and unconditionally.”
2006-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5489 (2006) · source
“Recent developments, including in relations between Israel and Lebanon - which we will be discussing tomorrow - underline more than ever that political negotiations are the only way to achieve a just and lasting settlement. Both parties must urgently demonstrate an active commitment to the search for a negotiated two-State solution and respect existing agreements and obligations.”
2006-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5488 (2006) · source
“Moreover, my Government continues to urge both parties to abstain from any action that violates international law and on Israel to exercise utmost restraint and to avoid disproportionate action. Denmark continues to be concerned about the detention of elected members of the Palestinian Government and legislature and calls for their immediate release. Those detained should be accorded their full legal rights in accordance with international law. Denmark continues to call on the Palestinian leadership to bring an end to violence and terrorist activities, including the firing of rockets into Israeli territory. The abducted Israeli soldier should be released immediately and unconditionally.”
2006-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5488 (2006) · source
“Regrettably, Denmark was not in a position to vote in favour of the draft resolution just considered. The draft resolution addresses issues of great concern to my Government, and, if it had included a more thorough recognition of the complexities on the ground, my delegation would have liked to vote in favour of the draft resolution. Denmark is very concerned about the situation in the Middle East, which has further deteriorated over the past few days. In particular, Denmark is seriously concerned at the loss of civilian life caused by the escalating military operation and its consequences, including the deterioration of the humanitarian condition of the population in Gaza. We therefore call on both parties to alleviate the desperate humanitarian situation of the civilian population.”
2006-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5488 (2006) · source
“There are no further speakers on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 6.50 pm.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“Before I give the floor to the next speaker, I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in which they request to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In accordance with the usual practice I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the consideration of the item without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. The representatives of the aforementioned countries took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber. The President: I now call on the representative of Lebanon.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“I now give the floor to His Excellency Mr. Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“Finally, we call on all parties to protect all civilians and not to add to their suffering. We urge them to assume once again their full responsibility to restore security, allowing for the resumption of the peace process and for a return to the road map. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I give the floor to the representative of Algeria.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“As set out by the Quartet, the Hamas-led Palestinian Government needs to meet and implement the three principles of non-violence, recognition of Israel's right to exist and acceptance of existing agreements and obligations. In View of the urgent need to re-launch the process towards a negotiated two-State solution which would bring peace to both the Israeli and the Palestinian peoples, we call for early engagement between the Israeli Prime Minister and the President of the Palestinian Authority. We reiterate our expectation that both parties will respect existing agreements and obligations, including the road map. Moreover, we call on the Palestinian Government to bring terrorist violence to an end. We condemn the extremist groups responsible for these acts and all those who jeopardize the prospects for peace.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“We call for the immediate and unconditional release of Corporal Shalit and urge the Palestinian leadership to undertake all necessary efforts in that regard. We also call on Israel to exercise utmost restraint in the current crisis. The detention of elected members of the Palestinian Government and legislature gives rise to particular concern. All parties must do their utmost to avoid further escalation. The parties should not let themselves be provoked further. Additional violence will only serve to promote the agendas of extremists. Hopes for a resumption of political dialogue after the recent positive signals, including the meeting between Prime Minister Olmert and President Abbas, must not be dashed.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Denmark. Let me start by joining others in thanking Assistant Secretary-General Angela Kane for her update on the situation in the Middle East. Furthermore, Denmark fully associates itself with the statement to be delivered later by the representative of Austria on behalf of the European Union. Like other delegations, Denmark is deeply concerned about the current deterioration of the security situation in the Middle East. In particular, we are concerned at the situation on the border between the Gaza Strip and Israel following the attack by militant Palestinians, the abduction of Corporal Gilad Shalit of the Israel Defense Forces and the killing of a young Israeli settler.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“In accordance with the understanding reached among Council members, I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than five minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. Delegations with lengthy statements are strongly urged to circulate the texts in writing and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“The Security Council is meeting in response to the requests contained in letters dated 29 June 2006 06-41366 from the Permanent Representatives of Algeria and Qatar addressed to the President of the Security Council, documents S/2006/458 and S/2006/462, respectively. I wish to draw the attention of the members to the following documents: S/2006/436 and S/2006/463, letters dated 26 and 29 June 2006, respectively, from Israel addressed to the President of the Security Council; S/2006/459, letter dated 29 June 2006 from the Syrian Arab Republic addressed to the President of the Security Council; S/2006/443 and S/2006/460, letters dated 28 and 29 June 2006, respectively, from Palestine addressed to the President of the Security Council. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by Ms.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“There being no objection, it is so decided. I invite Mr. Paul Badji to take the seat reserved for him at the side of the Council Chamber. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Ms. Angela Kane, Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs. It is so decided. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“There being no objection, it is so decided. I invite the Permanent Observer of Palestine to take a seat at the Council table. I should also like to inform the Council that I have received a letter dated 30 June 2006 from the representative of Senegal which reads as follows: "I have the honour to request that His Excellency Ambassador Paul Badji, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Senegal to the United Nations, be invited, in his capacity as Chairman of the Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People, to participate in the debate on the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question, under rule 39 of the provisional rules of procedure of the Security Council." In accordance with past practice in this matter, I propose that the Council extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to the Chairman of the Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“Carmon (Israel) took a seat at the Council table; the representatives of the other aforementioned countries took the seats reserved for them at the side ofthe Council Chamber. The President: I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter dated 30 June 2006 from the Permanent Observer of Palestine to the United Nations, which will be issued as document S/2006/465, and which reads as follows: "I have the honour to request that, in accordance with its previous practice, the Security Council invite the Permanent Observer of Palestine to the United Nations to participate in the meeting of the Security Council being held on Friday, 30 June 2006, regarding the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question." I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite the Permanent Observer of Palestine to participate in the meeting in accordance with the rules of procedure and the previous practice in this regard.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Algeria, Austria, Cuba, Egypt, India, Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Malaysia, Morocco, Norway, South Africa, the Syrian Arab Republic, Yemen and Zimbabwe in which they request to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the consideration of the item without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5481 (2006) · source
“In favour: Argentina, China, Congo, Denmark, France, Ghana, Greece, Japan, Peru, Qatar, Russian Federation, Slovakia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America. The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1693 (2006). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 10.50 am. 06-41360”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5480 (2006) · source
“The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document 8/2006/390, which contains the text of the twenty-first report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Members also have before them document 8/2006/457, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5480 (2006) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity With the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration of the item, Without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Ileka (Democratic Republic of the Congo) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5480 (2006) · source
“The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1692 (2006). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 10.45 am. 06-41354”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5479 (2006) · source
“Members of the Council have before them document S/2006/429, which contains the text of the seventh report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Operation in Burundi. Members also have before them document S/2006/456, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show ofhands. In favour: Argentina, China, Congo, Denmark, France, Ghana, Greece, Japan, Peru, Qatar, Russian Federation, Slovakia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5479 (2006) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Burundi, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, Without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Ntakirutimana (Burundi) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2006-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5479 (2006) · source
“There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 11.30 a.m. 06-41082”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“I thank Ambassador Jones Parry for his statement. I now give the floor to the representative of France, His Excellency Mr. Jean-Marc de La Sabliere, in his capacity as head of the Security Council mission to Chad.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2006/433, which contains the report of the Security Council mission to the Sudan and Chad, from 4 to 10 June 2006. I now give the floor to the representative of the United Kingdom, His Excellency Sir Emyr Jones Parry, in his capacity as head of the Security Council mission to the Sudan and Chad.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Austria, Chad, Egypt, Norway and the Sudan in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, the representatives of the aforementioned countries took the seats reservedfor them at the side of the Council Chamber. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5478 (2006) · source
“"The Security Council also underlines the importance of continuing the efforts of the Government of Iraq and the Multinational Force in combating terrorism and improving security in Iraq in line with resolutions 1546 (2004) and 1637 (2005). "The Security Council reiterates the importance of efforts to promote national reconciliation, dialogue and inclusion in ensuring peace, security and stability in Iraq, and in that context commends the Iraqi Government for initiating the Reconciliation and National Dialogue Plan. "The Security Council reaffirms the independence, sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Iraq." This statement will be issued as a document of Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2006/29. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5477 (2006) · source
“the "The Security Council confirms that no cause can justify such acts of terror as this crime and previous attacks on foreign diplomats committed by the terrorists, and reaffirms its utmost determination to combat terrorism, in accordance with its responsibilities under the Charter of the United Nations. "The Security Council urges all States, in accordance with their obligation under resolution 1373 (2001), to cooperate actively in efforts to find and bring to justice the perpetrators, organizers and sponsors of these barbaric acts. "The Security Council also calls on the international community to support the Government of Iraq in exercising its responsibility in providing protection to the diplomatic community in Iraq, United Nations staff and other foreign civilian personnel working in Iraq.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5477 (2006) · source
“After consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council. "The Security Council is appalled by the horrific death of members of the Russian diplomatic mission in Iraq who had been kidnapped by a terrorist group and later ruthlessly and in cold blood executed by their captors. "The Security Council in the strongest possible terms condemns this crime committed by the terrorists and conveys its deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the deceased and to the people and Government of the Russian Federation.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5477 (2006) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Iraq in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Al-Humaimidi (Iraq) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2006-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5477 (2006) · source
“I thank Mr. Egeland for his clarifications. There are no further speakers inscribed on my list, and I thank all participants in the debate. We have done it within three hours. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 6.15pm. 06-40877”
2006-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5476 (2006) · source
“On behalf of the members of the Council I would like to thank the representative of Canada for his many valuable inputs to the Council's deliberations during his tenure in New York. We wish him all the best. I now give the floor to the representative of Iraq.”
2006-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5476 (2006) · source
“But we must make the best use of those tools and not shy away, even if the situation calls for more difficult measures, such as sanctions, the referral of violators to international courts or the stronger enforcement of protection mandates. It is our hope that today's debate will enforce steps already taken to implement Security Council resolution 1674 (2006) and that it will inspire new initiatives to find ways to ensure the protection of civilians in armed conflict. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I give the floor to the representative of Austria.”
2006-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5476 (2006) · source
“In this effort, it is important that not only representatives of the United Nations system, but also members of civil society, be actively involved. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has its own distinct role in that regard. We are hopeful that the introduction of the new ICRC emblem, the Red Crystal, will enhance the protection of the civilian population during armed conflicts. We also welcome the very useful guidelines just issued by OCHA on humanitarian negotiations with armed groups. The protection of civilians is a multifaceted challenge, and the Security Council has the tools to solve only parts of the problem.”
2006-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5476 (2006) · source
“To improve our efforts to protect civilians, all actors must continue to deepen their cooperation. Within the United Nations system we encourage further cooperation among the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the United Nations Development Programme, UNICEF and other relevant actors to follow up on the decisions of the Security Council. In that regard, we believe that the establishment of the cluster approach will improve the humanitarian response and the protection of civilians. Finally, we must improve our ability to engage with non-State actors to make it clear that all those engaged in armed conflicts have an obligation to refrain from attacks on civilians.”
2006-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5476 (2006) · source
“Assistance and protection activities must be provided as promptly as practically possible. Consequently, the Security Council must take all steps to ensure full, safe and unhindered access for United Nations and humanitarian personnel. Denial of, and attacks on, humanitarian operations are unacceptable and must be met with the appropriate response. Efforts to protect civilians in situations of conflict must be more predictable, timely and systematic. In emerging conflict situations, the Security Council should establish an effective peacekeeping presence as early as possible. Peacekeepers should be provided with a realistic, clear and robust mandate to protect civilians and to provide a secure environment. That includes providing security in and around camps for refugees and internally displaced persons.”
2006-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5476 (2006) · source