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  1. “Let me also, in conclusion, reiterate the European Union's continuing commitment to use all its influence to bring about a sustainable peace in Afghanistan, put an end to foreign intervention and encourage inter-Afghan dialogue, in particular through support for the central role of the United Nations.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  2. “They cause serious damage to member States of the European Union and many countries elsewhere. The European Union is therefore committed to reinforce the fight against illegal drugs and terrorism in Afghanistan. Furthermore, the European Union will take account of drug control objectives when considering contributions to development aid. The European Union reiterates its call upon all factions, in particular the Taliban, to close down training camps for foreign terrorists inside Afghanistan and to participate in and support international efforts to combat terrorism. As expressed in our Common Position of 26 January 1998, the European Union is determined to play an effective role in efforts to stop the fighting and to restore peace, stability and respect for human rights and international principles in Afghanistan.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  3. “The European Union denounces the continuing discrimination against girls and women in Afghanistan. We urge Afghan factions, in particular the Taliban, to end discriminatory policies and to recognize, protect and promote the equal rights and dignity of men and women, including access to education and health facilities, employment outside the home, personal security and freedom from intimidation and harassment. The European Union will continue to point out the implications of discriminatory policies on the distribution of aid. The conflict in Afghanistan continues to threaten peace, security and stability in the whole region. By creating favourable conditions for the illicit production and trafficking of drugs, as well as for terrorist bases and training camps, the conflict's repercussions reach far beyond Afghanistan and its neighbours.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  4. “Furthermore, the European Union reiterates its appeal to the Afghan factions to put a complete halt to the use of landmines, which continue to take a very heavy toll on innocent civilians. The European Union remains gravelly concerned at persistent human rights violations and breaches of humanitarian law in Afghanistan. We are also deeply concerned about the situation of displaced persons in the country, whose number is growing. The European Union calls on all Afghan factions, in particular the Taliban, to recognize, protect and promote all human rights and fundamental freedoms - including the right to life, liberty and security of persons - and to respect fully the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which has been repeatedly endorsed by the international community, including Afghanistan.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  5. “But for the reasons I have mentioned, the European Commission had to suspend common funding by the Community for projects in Kabul. We have helped the Afghan people through years of suffering and conflict, and we earnestly desire to continue helping them. However, aid can continue only where it can be delivered in an effective and principled manner, without discrimination, and where humanitarian organizations are able to carry out their work freely and safely. In this regard, the European Union fully supports United Nations efforts to resolve the crisis in Kabul and to ensure adequate conditions for the delivery of aid, in cooperation with other international humanitarian organizations. With regard to mine-clearance programmes in Afghanistan, the European Union urges all Afghan parties to support and participate in these programmes.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  6. “The European Union is deeply concerned at the various restrictions of access imposed on United Nations humanitarian agencies and international humanitarian organizations which have been operating in Afghanistan, and in particular by the measures which the Taliban have taken in this regard. We deplore the decision by the Taliban in Kabul to forcefully close the offices of international non- governmental organizations, expel foreign workers and imprison non-governmental organizations' local personnel. These decisions have forced the non-governmental organizations to abandon their much-needed help for the innocent civilian population of Kabul, which now has to suffer the consequences. The European Union is the major donor of humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  7. “It strongly urges that all kinds of strategic and military support to Afghan factions, including involvement of foreign military personnel, must cease. Furthermore, the European Union considers it imperative that all countries with an influence on the parties should exercise this influence in a positive and constructive manner, in support of the United Nations peace efforts. We also continue to enforce the embargo on the export of arms, munitions and military equipment provided for in the European Union's Common Position of 17 December 1996 on Afghanistan and urge other countries to adopt a similar policy of restraint.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  8. “The European Union urges all parties concerned, in particular the Taliban, to help in finding these missing people and in securing their safe passage out of Afghanistan. The European Union strongly deplores the fact that third parties, instead of using their influence on the warring factions to support the efforts of the United Nations to restore peace, continue to interfere in Afghanistan's internal affairs in a destructive manner by supplying the factions with weapons, fuel, arms, ammunition and other materials for military use. We are also concerned by reports of involvement of military personnel from outside the country. In this connection, the European Union wishes to reaffirm its strong commitment to the sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity and national unity of Afghanistan.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  9. “The European Union reiterates its strong concern for the security of United Nations personnel, other related personnel, and personnel of non-governmental organizations in Afghanistan, and recalls the responsibility of all factions to ensure their safety, security and freedom of movement. The European Union expresses its deep concern at reports of the capture by Taliban militia of the Consulate- General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Mazar-e-Sharif and at the fate of its personnel and other Iranian nationals, who have been missing since then. The European Union wishes to underline that the obligations ensuing from the Vienna Conventions on Diplomatic Relations and on Consular Relations have universal effect and are to be observed under all circumstances.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  10. “We are very anxious about the consequences of the latest fighting for the Hazara and strongly urge the Taliban to refrain from all acts of indiscriminate violence, especially against civilians, and from using humanitarian aid as a weapon against the civilian population. The European Union strongly condemns the armed attack against two staff members of the United Nations Special Mission to Afghanistan on 21 August 1998 in Kabul, which caused the death of an Italian national and left a French national injured. The European Union urges the Taliban in Kabul to take immediate steps to investigate this heinous crime and to keep the United Nations informed of the results of the investigation, as requested by the Secretary-General in his statement of 24 August [press release SG/SM/6681].”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  11. “We therefore call on all factions to agree an immediate ceasefire and enter negotiations under United Nations auspices. The fighting is again causing enormous suffering for the Afghan people and adds to their misery, while human rights, fundamental freedoms and international humanitarian law continue to be violated with impunity. We are deeply concerned at new reports of the killing, harassment and displacement of innocent civilians. The European Union is particularly concerned about the situation of the civilian population of the Hazarajat region, where tens of thousands have already been at risk as a result of severe food shortages in the last few months.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  12. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The Central and Eastern European countries associated with the European Union - Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania and Slovakia - and the associated country Cyprus, as well as the European Free Trade Association countries members of the European Economic Area, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, align themselves with this statement. The European Union is gravely concerned at the latest fighting and at the escalation of the conflict in Afghanistan. We have always held the view that there is no military solution to this conflict, and that only a political settlement aimed at the establishment of a fully representative, broad-based transitional government, can lead to peace and reconciliation.”

    1998-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3921 (1998) · source

  13. “Special attention will be given to the reintegration of demobilized soldiers and the demobilization of child combatants, building upon the experience gained in other cases. The European Union would wish to express its deep appreciation to the Secretary-General and to his Special Envoy, Mr. Francis Okelo, for their tireless efforts aimed at restoring peace and security in Sierra Leone. In this context, the European Union welcomes the intention of the Secretary-General to convene a special conference on 30 July 1998 in New York in order to mobilize international assistance for the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process, and for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Sierra Leone. The European Union will participate actively in that conference.”

    1998-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3902 (1998) · source

  14. “During the recent crisis in Sierra Leone, the European Union, as a principal donor, continued to provide humanitarian assistance through non- governmental organizations and international agencies. Additional aid is given in the form of an emergency agricultural recovery programme to enable farmers to resume food production activities as soon as possible. The European Union is also providing assistance to Sierra Leone refugees in Guinea, aimed at facilitating the return and reintegration of the refugees as soon as is practically possible. With the reinstatement of a democratic civilian Government in March 1998, the European Union is preparing to resume programmes suspended last year after the coup d 'e'tat. Of immediate priority are projects related to institutional support and rehabilitation of the country.”

    1998-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3902 (1998) · source

  15. “The European Union strongly condemns the mutilations, rapes, looting and all the other atrocities carried out by the rebels. The European Union calls for an immediate end to all Violence against the civilian population of Sierra Leone. Any military support being provided to the rebels has to cease. In this context, the European Union stresses the importance that the provisions of resolutions 1132 (1997) and 1171 (1998) be strictly observed and that any action be avoided that might destabilize the situation in Sierra Leone. The European Union commends the courageous efforts of the United Nations and other international humanitarian personnel who are active in Sierra Leone. We remain concerned for their safety and call on all parties concerned to facilitate the work of the humanitarian agencies.”

    1998-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3902 (1998) · source

  16. “It is the European Union's View that successful national reconstruction and rehabilitation have to be accompanied by regional cooperation. The European Union welcomes the efforts of regional leaders to promote mutual cooperation in the subregion and, particularly, relations between Liberia and Sierra Leone. In spite of promising developments in the country, the European Union remains deeply concerned about the continued presence of remnants of the ousted junta and members of the Revolutionary United Front in the eastern part as well as in some areas in the north of Sierra Leone. The European Union condemns the continued resistance of these elements against the legitimate Government of Sierra Leone and joins the Secretary-General in calling on them to lay down theirs arms and to surrender immediately.”

    1998-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3902 (1998) · source

  17. “The European Union welcomes the efforts of the Government of Sierra Leone to establish a National Commission for Reconstruction, Resettlement and Rehabilitation and we note that a disarmament, demobilization and reintegration plan - agreed with the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the United Nations Development Programme and other donors, and assisted by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) - has already been adopted. In this context, the European Union would like to commend the important role that ECOWAS has continued to play towards the peaceful resolution of the crisis. We encourage ECOMOG to proceed in its important efforts to foster peace and stability in Sierra Leone and to closely cooperate with UNOMSIL.”

    1998-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3902 (1998) · source

  18. “On the occasion of his recent Visit to Sierra Leone, Special Representative Olara Otunnu identified five areas which require urgent action: the demobilization and reintegration of child combatants; the resettlement of internally displaced persons; the tracing of families of unaccompanied children; the rehabilitation and support of victims without limbs; and the provision and rehabilitation of medical and educational services. These needs call for an immediate response by the international community.”

    1998-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3902 (1998) · source

  19. “We strongly encourage the Government of Sierra Leone to keep to its resolve to adhere to international human rights standards and to ensure that those accused of the gravest crimes against the State and the people of Sierra Leone receive fair trials. The European Union welcomes the recent announcement of the Government of Sierra Leone that it would grant amnesty to all child soldiers. In this context, we note the important efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children in Armed Conflict to make Sierra Leone one of the pilot projects in order to respond in a more vigorous and concerted fashion to the needs of children in the context of post-conflict peace-building.”

    1998-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3902 (1998) · source

  20. “This process deserves the full support of the international community. The European Union welcomes the significant actions taken by the Government of Sierra Leone towards stabilization in the country. Following its restoration on 10 March 1998, the Government has moved swiftly in order to re-establish an effective administration and the democratic process. The European Union congratulates President Kabbah on the nomination of acknowledged experts in the relevant fields to his Cabinet and the nomination of the Chief Justice, all of whom have been confirmed by the Parliament. The Government of Sierra Leone has also embarked on the central task of national reconciliation, reconstruction and rehabilitation.”

    1998-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3902 (1998) · source

  21. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The Central and Eastern European countries associated with the European Union - Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, Romania and Slovakia - and the Associated country Cyprus, as well as the countries of the European Free Trade Association members of the European Economic Area - Liechtenstein and Norway - align themselves with this statement. The European Union warmly welcomes the decision of the Security Council to establish the United Nations Observer Mission in Sierra Leone (UNOMSIL). We fully agree that, through the deployment of military observers, civilian police staff and human rights officers, much- needed impetus can be lent to the vital but still fragile peace and reconciliation process in Sierra Leone.”

    1998-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3902 (1998) · source

  22. “We therefore fully support the proposals worked out by a substantial number of troop-contributing countries as presented this morning in the statement by the Permanent Representative of Argentina. Given the workload of the Security Council, we should look for the most efficient as well as the most effective way to organize such meetings. But let there be no doubt that we feel very strongly about the need to strengthen the partnership between the Council and the troop-contributing countries in our common interest.”

    1995-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3611 (1995) · source

  23. “We are currently engaged in nine peace-keeping operations. We remain convinced that peace-keeping operations are among the finest tools to fulfil the goals of the Charter. It is the primary responsibility of the Security Council to make sure that it has a full picture of the situation and the views of all parties involved in a peace- keeping operation before arriving at particular decisions. Having itself served on the Council only a few years ago, Austria is aware of the need to safeguard the competencies of the Security Council. But every troop- contributing country has a legitimate interest in having its views considered by the Council when pending decisions on a peace-keeping operation might affect its citizens serving the United Nations. For this purpose, the present mechanism needs improvement.”

    1995-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3611 (1995) · source

  24. “I have to note that the troop-contributing countries also have perhaps not always made the best use of these opportunities, allowing these meetings to remain little more than briefing sessions. While it is undoubtedly true that most of these meetings were called at a late stage, when the Council and the Secretariat had already finalized their deliberations, in most cases the troop contributors could have certainly done better in engaging the Security Council presidency and the Secretariat in a substantial debate. Let me add, however, that we always appreciated the accurate information we received from the Secretariat as well as its readiness to respond to our questions. We are firmly committed to United Nations peace- keeping efforts. More than 35,000 Austrians have worn Blue Helmets over the years.”

    1995-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3611 (1995) · source

  25. “In adding our voice to those of the other troop-contributing countries that have requested you to call this formal meeting, Mr. President, we wanted to underline two things. First, we are convinced that the consultation mechanism put in place a little more than a year ago was an important step in the right direction. And, secondly, we strongly feel that the experience gained during the past year clearly points to the need to improve our performance. I should like to stress that it is our common performance that has to improve. It is not only the mechanism established by the presidential statement of 4 November 1994 as such that limits the dialogue between the Security Council and the troop-contributing countries, although there are some obvious shortcomings.”

    1995-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3611 (1995) · source