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Martinez Blanco

lines on the record: 437
first: 1994-11-09
most recent: 1996-12-11
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“Article 4 of the Chicago Convention is clear in stipulating that: "Each Contracting State agrees not to use civil aviation for any purpose inconsistent with the aims of this Convention". My delegation considers that, in the incident of 24 February, there was a twofold lack of compliance with the responsibilities and obligations established by the Convention on International Civil Aviation. We feel that the international community must not permit such conduct to continue. That is why Honduras, while condemning the use of weapons against civil aircraft, wishes to appeal to the parties involved to comply with their international commitments, to take measures to avoid committing in future such acts, which are incompatible with the objectives of the Convention, and to ratify its article 3 bis.”
1996-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3683 (1996) · source
“The report of the International Civil Aviation Organization, which investigated the incident at the Security Council's request, not only reaffirms these principles, but also affirms that, although every State exercises territorial sovereignty over its airspace, it has the duty to observe the principle recognized in customary international law regarding the non-use of weapons against civil aircraft in flight and that, in intercepting such aircraft, its conduct must be guided by the rules laid down in the Chicago Convention of 7 December 1944 and its annexes. At the same time, the report reminds us that no State must permit, in violation of its international obligations, the deliberate use from its territory of civil aircraft registered in that State to violate the territorial sovereignty of another State.”
1996-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3683 (1996) · source
“In deploring that incident, this Council recalled in its presidential statement of 27 February that States must refrain from the use of weapons against civil aircraft and must not endanger the lives of persons on board and the safety of aircraft and that States are obliged in all circumstances to respect international law and human rights norms, in particular article 3 bis of the Convention on International Civil Aviation.”
1996-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3683 (1996) · source
“Mr. Martinez Blanco (Honduras) (interpretation from Spanish): Honduras believes that all peace-loving States must align their conduct with the principles and norms of general, treaty and customary international law. That is why we regret the events related to the shooting down of two civil aircraft on 24 February 1996 by the Cuban Air Force, acts that are in clear contravention of those international principles and norms.”
1996-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3683 (1996) · source
“My delegation believes that while the peace process is being reactivated through dialogue and mutual concessions by the parties, the presence of the Mission remains necessary. That is why we voted in favour of the resolution extending its mandate. We hope that the parties will show their desire for peace through the adoption of concrete measures leading to a political solution to the Abkhaz conflict.”
1996-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3680 (1996) · source
“In spite of the insecurity and instability prevailing in the Gali region, and despite the threat posed by mines to the safety and security of the personnel of the Observer Mission and its activities, the United Nations Observer Mission in Georgia (UNOMIG) continues to fulfil its mandate and is cooperating satisfactorily with the peace- keeping force of the Commonwealth of Independent States and with UNHCR. As the Secretary-General's report so rightly emphasized, the threat of mines is grave. It is not confined to a single region, and could have serious consequences when the repatriation of refugees and internally displaced persons resumes. In this respect, we urge the parties to prevent the laying of mines and to cooperate fully with UNOMIG.”
1996-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3680 (1996) · source
“With regard to the humanitarian situation in Abkhazia, we are pleased that the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), in cooperation with non-governmental organizations, has begun three projects in the Gali region to promote the reintegration of people who have returned to their places of origin, and that consultations are under way for the implementation of the programme for the protection and promotion of human rights, which has been accepted by the parties, and which will undoubtedly improve the observance of human rights in Abkhazia.”
1996-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3680 (1996) · source
“For this reason, we urge the parties, especially the Abkhaz party, to make progress towards a political solution of the conflict, to cooperate with the steps being taken in this respect by the Secretary-General, with the assistance of the Russian Federation as facilitator, and to implement the relevant Security Council resolutions.”
1996-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3680 (1996) · source
“In the light of this situation, Honduras believes that it is necessary for the international community to intensify its efforts to promote political dialogue between the parties, so that they may achieve a broad agreement on those aspects necessary to move the peace process forward - that is, the safe return to their homes of refugees and displaced persons, in accordance with international law and as established in the Quadripartite Agreement of 4 April 1994, and an agreement on a special status for Abkhazia, while maintaining the territorial integrity of Georgia.”
1996-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3680 (1996) · source
“Mr. Martinez Blanco (Honduras)(interpretation from Spanish): The Secretary-General's report of 1 July 1996 on the situation in Abkhazia indicates that, in general, there has been no progress in the political negotiations between Georgia and Abkhazia and that the peace process remains at a standstill. The parties have not yet resolved their differences to achieve a prompt solution to the conflict, including the political status of Abkhazia within the State of Georgia, with respect for Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
1996-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3680 (1996) · source
“The rehabilitation of communities devastated by war, the reconstruction of the Angolan national economy and the process of the demobilization and social reintegration of ex-combatants are essential conditions for the restoration of peace in Angola. My country therefore appeals to the international community and to donor countries to continue their support for the peace process and for the needs arising from the demobilization and reintegration process. With regard to UNAVEM. III, my delegation recognizes that the Mission has pursued all its activities in monitoring and verification, assistance to humanitarian convoys, the work of demining and road repair, as well as human rights training for UNITA soldiers in the quartering areas. My delegation therefore believes that, at the present phase of the peace process, the presence of UNAVEM.”
1996-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3679 (1996) · source
“So long as the parties have not fully implemented the "Acordos de Paz", the Lusaka Protocol and the relevant Security Council resolutions, and have not observed the commitments undertaken at Libreville, Gabon, we believe that there will be no lasting solution to the Angolan problem. We believe that the parties, especially UNITA, must show greater interest in promptly carrying out their commitments in order not to further delay the peace process. We therefore urge them speedily to fulfil their obligations and to take the necessary corrective steps. Angola is experiencing a serious economic and social crisis that requires the immediate assistance of the international financial institutions and the support of the donor countries.”
1996-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3679 (1996) · source
“We must recognize that aspects that are fundamental to the pacification of the country have yet to be fully carried out. The quartering of UNITA troops within the time-frame set out in Security Council resolution 1055 (1996) and the timetable set by the Joint Commission has not been completed, nor has UNAVEM. III received all the arms, munitions and military equipment. Moreover, in the political sphere, there is as yet no tangible progress with regard to the prompt formation of the Government of Unity and National Reconciliation. Overall, for my delegation, the political, military, economic and social outlook in Angola continues to be discouraging.”
1996-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3679 (1996) · source
“The current situation in Angola and the state of the implementation of the Lusaka Protocol and the timetable agreed by the parties indicate that the Government of Angola and the Uniao Nacional para a Independencia Total de Angola (UNITA) are not doing everything necessary to accelerate the peace process in that country. There have been some positive developments in the peace process in Angola, such as the promulgation of the Amnesty Law; the completion of the quartering of the rapid reaction police; the ongoing withdrawal to barracks of the Angolan Armed Forces; the beginning of the incorporation of UNITA troops into those forces; the adoption of a programme for disarming the civilian population; and a gradual of the improvement of the humanitarian situation.”
1996-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3679 (1996) · source
“Mr. Martinez Blanco (Honduras) (interpretation from Spanish): Allow me to convey to you, Sir, our sincere congratulations on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. Your vast diplomatic experience and your distinguished personal and professional abilities ensure the success of our work. We offer you and the entire French delegation our full cooperation. We also congratulate Ambassador Nabil Elaraby and the delegation of Egypt for their outstanding handling of the Council presidency in June.”
1996-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3679 (1996) · source
“In this regard, we acknowledge the efforts of the United Nations system to speed up Haiti's economic growth, protect its environment and strengthen its national institutions. In addition, we urge the international financial institutions to increase their aid to Haiti so that it can solve its socio-economic problems and thus ensure the existence of the state of law and the politics of national reconciliation that began with the return to constitutional order. Finally, we wish to express our appreciation to the Governments of the United States and Canada for the voluntary contributions they have pledged to this operation for peace.”
1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source
“Honduras believes that the international community must help the people and the Government of Haiti achieve that objective, and therefore resolutely supports the establishment of the United Nations Support Mission in Haiti with the mandate and composition set out in the draft resolution the Council is about to adopt, and in favour of which my delegation will vote. My delegation is aware that Haiti is in difficult economic straits, with low growth and high unemployment. The Haitian Government will also face many social problems, solutions for which must be found in order not to imperil the achievements already made. We believe that the efforts of President Preval and his Government to consolidate democracy, ensure strict respect for human rights and bring about Haiti's development must be firmly supported by the international community.”
1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source
“In such a situation it is not advisable to withdraw the military and police personnel provided by the United Nations to support the Haitian National Police. On the contrary: it is necessary to continue that assistance so that Haiti can have a professional police force that is of appropriate size and is completely in step with the objectives of consolidating democracy and revitalizing the judicial system. The Haitian Government has already decided to establish a professional police force that promotes the rule of law and respect for human rights in Haiti. To that end, there is a programme of activities aimed at promoting the force's development in terms of training, infrastructure, logistics, management and operations.”
1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source
“Honduras believes that the international community must continue to contribute to the consolidation of the progress achieved by the Haitian people following the restoration of democracy. Haiti needs a secure and stable environment that allows the Government to carry out the economic, institutional and judicial reforms it has proposed, that makes it possible for the upcoming local elections to go smoothly and that makes the country more attractive for domestic and foreign investment. The creation of these conditions is up to the institution responsible for maintaining order and security in Haiti: the Haitian National Police. However, that institution has serious limitations preventing it from fully carrying out its functions: it lacks competent high-ranking officers, coordination, training and equipment.”
1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source
“However, these measures are being adopted in an atmosphere in which security is still relative, owing to increasing crime and the widespread feeling among the civilian population that once the presence of the United Nations comes to an end in that country, groups or persons linked to the former de facto regime will be able to undertake destabilizing acts against the democratically elected Government. There is no doubt that economic recovery and the consolidation of democratic institutions in Haiti require an atmosphere of security and trust. The Government of President Preval has quite justifiably expressed its concern in that respect, as well as its desire for the continuation of the United Nations Mission in Haiti (UNMIH) to ensure stability and security while the necessary police officers are trained.”
1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source
“Mr. Martinez Blanco (Honduras) (interpretation from Spanish): Since elections were held in Haiti at the end of last year, the Haitian Government has continued its efforts to consolidate democratic rule and to resolve the various economic, social and institutional problems that impede the country's development. Through the formulation of economic policies and strategies and institutional reforms, the Government is attempting to respond to the demands of a people anxious to improve their living conditions.”
1996-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3676 (1996) · source
“My delegation believes that despite the obstacles that UNMOT has faced in carrying out its mission, its presence contributes to the stabilization of Tajikistan through its liaison activities with the Collective Peace-keeping Forces of the Commonwealth of Independent States, the Russian border forces and the Mission of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and continues to facilitate humanitarian assistance. We shall therefore vote in favour of the draft resolution before the Council, which extends UNMOT's mandate for six months. Bearing in mind operative paragraph 4 of the draft resolution, we hope that the Tajik parties will effectively demonstrate a commitment to peace, democracy and national reconciliation and that they will soon be able to achieve an overall political settlement to the conflict.”
1996-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3673 (1996) · source
“My delegation, therefore, while urging the Tajik parties to respect effectively the obligations stemming from the Tehran Agreement and to cease hostilities immediately, wishes to appeal to them to extend the cease-fire agreement for the entire duration of the talks. As concerns the activities of the United Nations Mission of Observers in Tajikistan (UNMOT), my delegation regrets that military observers continue to be harassed, that the parties are limiting their freedom of movement and that, owing to a lack of security, the activities of the Joint Commission have been suspended. We hope that the Tajik opposition will accept the security guarantees offered by the Government of Tajikistan so that the work of the Joint Commission may resume soon.”
1996-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3673 (1996) · source
“My delegation believes that if the parties truly wish to continue with the negotiating process, they must first of all comply strictly with the provisions of the Tehran Agreement of 17 September 1994 on a cease-fire and the cessation of other hostile acts. As this is an essential prerequisite for the continuation of the talks, my delegation believes that the parties should not limit the extension of the cease-fire agreement to a short period of time, but rather extend it as long as may be necessary while negotiations between the parties are under way, as was proposed before by the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General and accepted by the Government of Tajikistan only.”
1996-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3673 (1996) · source
“Regrettably, because of the differences that still remain between the parties, the situation in Tajikistan has taken a clear turn for the worse, and no progress is being made in the negotiations towards a political settlement that would enable them to restore peace and national harmony. The repeated statements by the Tajik parties to the effect that there should be no military solution to the conflict, that they are in favour of political dialogue and that they are prepared to resume negotiations seem contradictory in View of the resumption of hostilities in the country. Events such as those that took place in the Tavildara region, which resulted in the loss of human lives and aggravated the humanitarian situation, cast doubt on the parties' sincerity and their desire for peace.”
1996-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3673 (1996) · source
“Mr. Martinez Blanco (Honduras) (interpretation from Spanish): Allow me at the outset to express to you, Sir, our sincere congratulations on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. Your outstanding skills and experience guarantee the success of our work. We offer our full cooperation to you and to the delegation of Egypt. We wish also to congratulate Ambassador Qin Huasun and the delegation of China on the excellent work accomplished this past May. My delegation states its firm conviction that the solution to the current conflict in Tajikistan can be achieved only through peaceful means, through dialogue between the parties and on the basis of mutual commitments and concessions.”
1996-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3673 (1996) · source
“ECOMOG should therefore be provided with sufficient funds and the necessary human resources to carry out its functions as a peace-keeping force. We also believe that the United Nations Observer Mission in Liberia continues to play an important role in support of the efforts of ECOWAS to promote the renewal of the peace process and the adoption of confidence-building measures that will make it possible to implement the Abuja Agreement. Accordingly, my delegation would be prepared to support the recommendation made by the Secretary-General in his report that the mandate of UNOMIL be extended, with the number of its personnel subject to increase or reduction depending on developments in the situation in Liberia.”
1996-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3667 (1996) · source
“It is also unlikely that humanitarian assistance will be able to reach the majority of displaced civilians and that the repatriation of the hundreds of thousands of Liberian refugees seeking refuge in neighbouring countries can be carried out. We therefore wish to reiterate the need for the parties to take concrete steps to restore public order throughout Liberia. My delegation wishes to highlight the significant role played by the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) for the promotion of a peaceful settlement of the crisis in Liberia. We recognize the importance of its continuing presence in Liberia, despite the serious limitations in terms of personnel and resources that do not allow it to provide adequate protection for United Nations personnel and property.”
1996-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3667 (1996) · source
“My delegation therefore supports the appeal in the Secretary-General's report for the parties to implement without further delay the measures agreed upon by ECOWAS in Accra. The most important things at this moment are the restoration of the basic conditions of peace and security in Liberia and the renewal of the implementation of the Abuja Agreement. In the conditions of insecurity and instability prevailing in the country, it is impossible to guarantee the participation of all sectors of civil society in the peace process or the holding of the elections provided for in the Agreement. Nor is it feasible in such a situation for UNOMIL to accomplish effectively its tasks or to be able to investigate reports of human rights violations committed during the recent hostilities.”
1996-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3667 (1996) · source
“If the hostilities continue, if the Liberian factions do not soon restore the cease-fire, if they do not withdraw their combatants from the city of Monrovia, if they do not return the weapons taken from the ECOWAS Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) and the equipment plundered from UNOMIL, other United Nations agencies and non- governmental organizations, and if they do not guarantee civilians' safety and freedom of movement, the consequences for the country and for the Liberian people will be catastrophic; for the international community will not wish to continue to take part in a peace process that the parties fail to show clear resolve to carry to completion, and ECOWAS and UNOMIL, which have been dealing with the conflict for years, could consider withdrawing from Liberia.”
1996-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3667 (1996) · source
“They reaffirmed that the Agreement is essential as a basis for the achievement of peace in Liberia and set forth conditions that must be met by the Liberian factions in order to renew its implementation. My delegation wishes to highlight the importance of the fulfilment of those conditions for the peace process in Liberia.”
1996-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3667 (1996) · source
“For more than six years the United Nations and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have been engaged in a broad effort to put an end to the Liberian civil war. However, the lack of political will, of firm resolve by the parties to comply with the Abuja Agreement and of a serious commitment to maintain the cease-fire continue to undermine the viability of the peace process and could mean the loss of the support given so far by the international community. My delegation has taken note of the Mechanism adopted last 7 May by the Foreign Ministers of the ECOWAS member countries, at their meeting in Accra, to reactivate the Abuja Agreement in Liberia.”
1996-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3667 (1996) · source
“Mr. Martinez Blanco (Honduras) (interpretation from Spanish): The seventeenth progress report of the Secretary- General on the United Nations Observer Mission in Liberia (UNOMIL) paints a generally woeful picture of the situation in that country, where the violent struggle for power by the political factions is frustrating both the legitimate aspirations of the Liberian people to live in peace and the efforts of the international community to put an end to the conflict by peaceful means within the framework established by the Abuja Agreement. My delegation wishes here to express its concern over the continuation of hostilities and the deterioration of the security situation in Liberia, which threatens the peace process, deepens the political crisis and adversely affects respect for human rights and humanitarian assistance.”
1996-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3667 (1996) · source
“Its presence is therefore a necessity, and no matter how unsatisfactory the level of implementation of the Lusaka Protocol may be now, my delegation agrees to an extension of its mandate for two months. We will vote in favour of the draft resolution, although, taking into account the fact that many tasks remain pending in the peace process in Angola, we would have preferred a longer period of time to make it possible for UNAVEM. to fully accomplish its mission.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“Furthermore, it is necessary that an end be put to hostile propaganda. In this respect, we consider it of vital importance that the Government of Angola facilitate the establishment of a United Nations radio to help in confidence-building and in national reconciliation. With regard to the United Nations Angola Verification Mission, my delegation considers that it not only helps in observing the cease-fire and is an important factor in bringing stability to Angola, but it also plays an important role in the rehabilitation of roads and in mine clearance. In addition, it conducts activities related to promoting respect for human rights and related to the voluntary implementation of humanitarian projects.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“The present situation of Angola requires that the parties take concrete measures to speed the implementation of the Lusaka Protocol, the fulfilment of the relevant resolutions of the Security Council and the commitments undertaken in Libreville, reiterating their decision to form a Government of Unity and National Reconciliation by the month of July in order to avoid affecting the peace process. My delegation also considers it necessary that the parties show their firm will for peace by cooperating in demining activities, in order to allow the free circulation of persons and goods, destroying existing mines and their stockpiles, disarming the civilian population and adopting measures that ensure the safety and security of UNAVEM personnel and the personnel of the humanitarian organizations working in Angola.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“III all its weapons and military equipment, since further delays in the accomplishment of these important tasks greatly affect the peace process and, as is rightly indicated by the Secretary-General in his report, lead to a decline in discipline among the UNITA soldiers and a rapid depletion of United Nations resources if the stay of the troops already quartered there is further prolonged. It is also necessary that the parties conclude military talks on outstanding issues during this month of May, in accordance with the timetable of tasks of the Joint Commission.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“While in the past two months there has been some progress in the implementation of the Lusaka Protocol, that progress does not live up to the hopes raised by the commitments undertaken by the parties at the meeting in Libreville, Gabon, on 1 March 1996. There are clear delays in meeting the successive timetables agreed by the parties, particularly as regards the full quartering of all the UNITA troops, their disarmament, negotiations for their integration into the Angolan Armed Forces and the establishment of a joint military command. My delegation considers that UNITA must accelerate the quartering of its troops, in accordance with the provisions of Security Council resolution 1045 (1996), and turn over to UNAVEM.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“III), the Secretary- General notes that the progress achieved by the Government of Angola and UNITA towards the implementation of the provisions of the Lusaka Protocol is disappointing, and that the parties had not yet fulfilled many of the tasks that they had agreed to carry out in April to consolidate the peace process. In fact, although it is positive that the dialogue between the parties has been maintained, that the military situation remains stable, and that the Government of Angola is moving forward with the quartering of the rapid reaction police and the withdrawal of its forces from points near the UNITA quartering areas, in general the political situation in Angola is characterized by slowness in the implementation of a number of elements fundamental to the success of the peace process in that country.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“Mr. Martinez Blanco (Honduras) (interpretation from Spanish): May I first of all congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. My delegation, aware of your vast diplomatic experience and of your intellectual acumen, is convinced that under your presidency the work of the Council this month will be successful. We offer our complete cooperation to you and to the delegation of China. I also wish to express to Ambassador Juan Somavia and the Chilean delegation our sincerest congratulations on the excellent work done during the month of April, testifying to the talent and professional skills characteristic of Chilean diplomacy. In his report of 30 April 1996 on the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“Furthermore, we believe that this resolution has been carefully worded so as not to include economic measures that could adversely affect the civilian population of Sudan.”
1996-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3660 (1996) · source
“My delegation believes that in the struggle against the scourge of international terrorism, States should be aware of their responsibility for adopting measures intended to combat and eliminate terrorism, as well as their obligation to refrain from instigating, inciting or promoting terrorist acts and from allowing their preparation in their territory. It is also the duty of States to refuse to receive or protect those who commit such acts. My delegation voted in favour of the resolution the Council has just adopted, in the hope that the measures it contains will prompt the Government of Sudan to meet, without further delay, the requirements contained in resolution 1044 (1996) and to act in conformity with the principles of the United Nations Charter.”
1996-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3660 (1996) · source
“My delegation therefore supported the adoption of Security Council resolution 1044 (1996), and deplores the fact that it has not yet been complied with. My delegation regrets the fact that the Government of Sudan has not complied with the requirements of paragraph 4 of resolution 1044 (1996) or with the demands in the statements of the Central Organ of the OAU Mechanism for Conflict Prevention, Management and Resolution of 11 September 1995 and 19 December 1995 for the extradition of those suspected of the attempt on the life of President Mubarak.”
1996-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3660 (1996) · source
“Mr. Martinez Blanco (Honduras) (interpretation from Spanish): Honduras condemns all acts, methods and practices of terrorism, wherever they may occur, and whoever commits them, and reiterates its support for all the efforts being made under international law to end the threat of international terrorism to international peace and security. The attempted assassination of the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Addis Ababa on 26 June 1995 was a reprehensible act, and an example of a practice which the international community cannot tolerate. It affected the sovereignty and stability not only of Ethiopia, but of the African region as a whole, and should not be treated with impunity, as the Organization of African Unity (OAU) has recognized.”
1996-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3660 (1996) · source
“We regret that as a result of today's bombardment in their area, innocent civilians have died. We appeal to all parties to ensure the safety of UNIFIL and to allow for its freedom of movement. Therefore, my delegation feels that the text of the resolution, which we co-sponsored and which has been unanimously adopted, is the appropriate response by the Security Council in order to alleviate this crisis.”
1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source
“The continued bombardments causing destruction and death in Lebanon are contrary to international humanitarian law and to the Fourth Geneva Convention. Their effect is to further deteriorate the situation in the Middle East, and to hamper the negotiations towards achieving a just and lasting peace. My delegation therefore attaches the greatest importance to the ongoing diplomatic efforts for the achievement of a cease-fire. My delegation is justly concerned by the humanitarian crisis caused by the hostilities. The hundreds of thousands of persons fleeing the conflict are creating a real humanitarian emergency that must be attended to immediately. Similarly, my delegation is concerned for the safety of the United Nations Interim Forces in Lebanon (UNIFIL). Actions against UNIFIL affect the fulfilment of its mandate.”
1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source
“Mr. Martinez Blanco (Honduras) (interpretation from Spanish): My delegation views with great concern the escalation of hostilities along the Lebanon-Israeli border and within Lebanon, which continues to cause human and material losses among the civilian population and which threatens the peace process in the Middle East and, consequently, international peace and security. The military actions against Lebanon constitute a violation of its territorial integrity, its sovereignty and its political independence within its internationally recognized borders, and are a flagrant violation of the United Nations Charter, of international law, of relevant Security Council resolutions, in particular resolution 425 (1978), and of the 1949 armistice agreement between Lebanon and Israel. These hostilities must cease immediately.”
1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source
“These measures also have a negative impact on the socio-economic conditions of the Palestinian refugees in the West Bank, and on the distribution of food to them, who constitute the poorest segment of the Palestinian economy. My delegation therefore appeals to the Government of Israel - for the sake of the peace process, the agreements reached between the parties and the well-being of the Palestinian people - to bring this deplorable situation to an end.”
1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source
“That is why we believe that the measures adopted by Israel, which punish the Palestinian people in the areas under the control of the Palestine National Authority, must cease. The continued closure of Israel's borders and the borders of the West Bank and Gaza with Jordan and Egypt, as well as the maintaining of restrictions on the freedom of movement of persons and goods in Palestinian territory, jeopardize the peace process. Likewise, the interruption of the continuity of the Palestinian territory and the imposition of restrictions on entry into East Jerusalem affect, respectively, the implementation of the agreements reached between the parties to establish a safe passage between Gaza and Jericho and the special status of the city of Jerusalem for the Palestinian people.”
1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source
“However, we are concerned that following those attacks measures have been adopted that are detrimental to the well-being and the economic Viability of the people of Palestine. My delegation believes that the complete closure of the territories of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip is an unprecedented measure. Because of it thousands of persons are confined to cities and Villages; they have lost free access to their jobs, to food, to medical care and to schools: the situation is becoming a real crisis. One cannot disregard the impact of this dangerous situation on the Palestinian people, on its economy and on prospects for peace. My delegation believes that a policy for defending a country's security should not become an instrument to undermine or destroy the well-being of a nation.”
1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source