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Miiftiioglu

lines on the record: 40
first: 2011-05-09
most recent: 2013-01-23
sittings or episodes: 6
sources: un-security-council

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“That is exactly what we see in the case of Palestinian refugees in Syria. Through its overwhelming majority vote, the international community sent a message on 29 November 2012 (see General Assembly resolution 67/19). We hope that the message is read correctly and followed ambitiously. While welcoming the efforts of the Secretary-General and the Special Coordinator, Mr. Serry, we call on the international community to give its decisive support to the resumption of comprehensive peace negotiations between the parties for a just and lasting solution based on international recognition of Palestine, with the 1967 borders and East Jerusalem as its capital, living side by side in peace with Israel.”
2013-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6906Resumption1 (2013) · source
“The total number of asylum seekers hosted in 15 active camps in Turkey has reached 158,000. Five more camps are under construction to meet the increasing demand. We have said many times before, and I repeat once again, that we will continue, with the help of the relevant United Nations bodies and other international actors, to extend our helping hand to the Syrian people during this dire period. That said, we categorically refute the allegations that were unfairly directed at my country earlier today by one of the previous speakers. It is a fact that crises in the Middle East are not easy to confine. Their ramifications have the potential to threaten regional peace and stability, and even beyond. Things become even more complex when different crises become intertwined.”
2013-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6906Resumption1 (2013) · source
“Yet another two months have passed, adding up to more than five years of collective punishment of the Palestinians living in Gaza. We call on the international community to continue to pursue its efforts to help end that illegal blockade once and for all. Last week, the Council heard from Ms. Navi Pillay and Ms. Valerie Amos about the humanitarian dimension of the Syrian crisis and the latest developments on the ground. Today, we have listened to the briefing of Special Coordinator Mr. Serry. With more than 60,000 dead, 2 million displaced and 4 million in need ofurgent humanitarian assistance, the crisis in Syria is the most rapidly growing humanitarian crisis in the world. The Syrian people are desperately waiting for action from the international community, especially from this very Council.”
2013-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6906Resumption1 (2013) · source
“As the elections in Israel are just completed, we sincerely hope that the results will facilitate a way to peace. Turkey will continue to support the peace process and the rightful aspirations of the Palestinian people to internationally recognized statehood, in accordance with United Nations resolutions, the Madrid principles, the road map and the Arab Peace Initiative. Turkey therefore welcomed the Palestinian appeal for membership in the United Nations, submitted by President Mahmoud Abbas on 23 September 2011 (S/2011/592, annex I), and continues to support the right of Palestine to be represented under this roof among its international peers. The ceasefire achieved with the able mediation of Egypt following Israel's latest military operation into Gaza required steps to be taken regarding the lifting of the illegal blockade on Gaza.”
2013-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6906Resumption1 (2013) · source
“As such, statements by the Israeli leadership indicating that no settlements in the West Bank will be removed are regrettable, as is the announcement that no harm to the contiguity between Jerusalem and Maale Adumim will be allowed. The peace process is going through a crucial period. Amid reports that the prospect of a two-State solution is diminishing every day, the international community should provide its full support and motivate the parties towards results-oriented negotiations. We welcome the recent meetings between President Abbas and Khaled Mashaal as a very important step towards long-overdue Palestinian reconciliation. There is no doubt that a united Palestinian voice will bring further support to the Palestinian cause.”
2013-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6906Resumption1 (2013) · source
“Since the previous open debate (see S/PV.6847), we have learned of the intention of the Israeli Government to build on the so-called E-l area. Invitations to tender for the construction of new buildings in Kiryat Arba and Efrat, approval to construct 1,500 new units in Ramat Shlomo and the initiation of the planning process to build in Givat Hamatos and Gilo are policies and actions that show the clear intention to render impossible a realistic and viable two-State solution. We also call for the resumption of the transfer of tax and clearance revenues that Israel owes Palestine, in line with the Paris Protocol. Not only Turkey, but also the vast majority of the international community is seriously worried about such acts. The Secretary-General has also repeatedly voiced his concerns regarding the ongoing illegal settlement activity.”
2013-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6906Resumption1 (2013) · source
“As this is the first Security Council open debate on the Middle East since the historic General Assembly meeting of 29 November 2012 (see A/67/PV.44), allow me to start by expressing once again our sincere congratulations to the Palestinian leadership, represented today by the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the observer State of Palestine, on the long-awaited and well-deserved international recognition of Palestinian statehood. Turkey considers the overwhelming support of the international community to be an initial step towards achieving a comprehensive, just and lasting peace. Yet it is unrealistic to expect that the peace can prevail when the fundamental pillars of the two-State vision are undermined time and again by the settlement policies of Israel.”
2013-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6906Resumption1 (2013) · source
“We firmly believe that achieving long-term success in the fight against transnational crime is only one aspect of the broad strategy to eradicate poverty and unemployment and to promote decent living conditions for the entire population. As one of the strategic partners of the African Union, Turkey will continue to cooperate with all the parties concerned to overcome the challenges in West Africa and the Sahel region.”
2012-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6717Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In this regard, Turkey welcomes the lead of the Secretary- General for the establishment of the UN System Task 12-23696 Force on Transnational Organized Crime and Drug Trafficking. Fourthly, recognizing the fact that international cooperation and support are essential to tackling these problems, Turkey would like to call on all Member States to gear up their technical, financial and logistical support to the countries of the region, as well as to the regional organizations. Fifthly, it is necessary to address these challenges from a holistic perspective. In this regard, initiatives at the national, regional and international levels should address also the development challenges of the countries concerned.”
2012-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6717Resumption1 (2012) · source
“This will not only ensure ownership at the regional level, but also send a strong message to the international community that the regional countries remain committed to fighting transnational organized crime. In this respect, Turkey welcomes the UNODC Regional Programme for West Africa for the years 2010-2014, which was devised to underpin the ECOWAS regional action plan. Thirdly, we have to bear in mind that it is difficult to decouple the regional dimension of transnational crime from its global dimension, and that the countries of origin, countries of transit and countries of destination are all affected by this scourge. In this regard, all Member States have a responsibility to fight this menace. Drawing from this fact, the international community needs a more coordinated and concerted effort to tackle these problems.”
2012-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6717Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We believe that reinforcing international coordination with the United Nations system will enhance the effectiveness of international efforts to tackle this global challenge. While all the parties concerned have been making relentless efforts to eradicate transnational crime and criminal networks in the region, there still remain important tasks to be done and responsibilities to be taken on everyone's part. First, we call on the regional countries to increasingly demonstrate their political will to consolidate the rule of law and to fight corruption. Secondly, given the importance of regional cooperation and coordination, we urge ECOWAS to renew the regional action plan beyond 2011.”
2012-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6717Resumption1 (2012) · source
“That said, we are pleased that some sincere efforts have been undertaken by countries and organizations of the region, as well as international bodies, to tackle the adverse impacts of crime in West Africa and the Sahel region. We particularly would like to commend the regional action plan of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to address the growing problem of illicit drug trafficking, organized crime and drug abuse in West Africa, covering the period of 2008-2011. We also commend the efforts of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in cooperating with regional countries and the international community, and encourage UNODC to further its cooperation with all actors.”
2012-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6717Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We, too, thank Togo for having organized today's open debate. Transnational organized crime poses a serious threat to peace, security and stability in all parts of the world. West Africa and the Sahel region are no exception. We are concerned that political instability, food crises, ongoing security challenges and recent social and political movements that have taken place in North Africa have further contributed to the consolidation of criminal networks in the region. The risk of reversing the peacebuilding progress in this particular region is yet another source of concern for us. Organized crime, coupled with emerging threats, such as piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, necessitates appropriate political mobilization with integrated national and regional responses.”
2012-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6717Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The emergency appeal last week by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East for funding for that noble cause rightfully deserves our attention. We wish to highlight yet again that the times ahead will require us to be even more vigilant. The Middle East is going through a transition that will have inevitable repercussions on a wider scale. We should identify the challenges accurately and set our priorities correctly. We cannot and should not let the prolonged dispute divert the path of people in search of a bright and secure future. The Israeli-Palestinian question is very critical to that path.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We call on both parties to conduct the meetings in good faith, aiming for concrete advances towards a just and comprehensive settlement. In the meantime, steps towards national reconciliation in Palestine are of vital importance. We praise the efforts of President Abbas and the Palestinian representatives in that regard. We call on all members of the international community to support the process without prejudice. The Palestinian people will prove that, given viable circumstances, they are capable of performing as a promising political and economic entity in the region. We therefore call on the international community to strengthen its support for the development, reconstruction and humanitarian projects in Palestine.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The Palestinian people must as soon as possible be able to fully exercise their inalienable rights in accordance with numerous United Nations resolutions, the Madrid principles, the road map and the Arab Peace Initiative. An independent Palestine should be recognized, with East Jerusalem as its capital, living side by side with Israel in peace. Last fall, we welcomed the membership of Palestine in UNESCO. We also wholeheartedly support the Palestinian application for United Nations membership, submitted by President Abbas on 23 September 2011. The international community should encourage the struggle for the long-overdue and well-deserved right to statehood of the Palestinian people. We welcome the recent meetings between Palestinian and Israeli representatives in Amman.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Our memories of Israel's deadly military operation against a civilian humanitarian aid campaign on the high seas are still fresh. We sadly note the increase in settlement activities and settler violence against Palestinians. Those remain a major obstacle to the resumption of direct negotiations between the parties. Furthermore, they seriously endanger the vision of a two-State solution. We therefore call on the Israeli Government to abide by international law and fulfil its responsibilities to the international community. In any case, resort to violence by any party cannot be tolerated as a means to resolve existing disputes. The cornerstone of a just, lasting and comprehensive peace in the Middle East is the settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We listened to the briefing by Assistant Secretary-General Oscar Fernandez-Taranco with great interest. The Middle East has always been a conflict-prone area throughout its history. The region is undergoing a structural reformulation. The issue is by no means confined to the region; there are repercussions on a wider scale. It is time that we, the nations of the world, assume our individual and collective roles to effectively address the challenges ahead. Last week, the Security Council was briefed on the humanitarian situation in the occupied Palestinian territories. That briefing can be interpreted as another call on the international community to immediately address the Arab-Israeli conflict. The illegal blockade of Gaza is still in force.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706Resumption1 (2012) · source
“I would like to reiterate the determination of my country to continue to actively support the work of all three Committees.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“Baso Sangqu, and the Group of Experts for their diligent work. Turkey continues to support the comprehensive review of the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), which in our opinion is a continuous process. Our efforts should therefore continue unabated. We believe that the country visits and outreach events, such as conferences, seminars and workshops, organized at the regional and subregional levels, are also highly beneficial. We therefore support the continuation of such activities within the framework of all three Committees. Before I conclude, let me emphasize again that effectively countering terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction can only be ensured through close cooperation among all Member States as part of an integrated approach.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“In that regard, the dialogue between the Committee and Member States should be intensified so that the Committee can more effectively fulfil its monitoring and assistance tasks. For its part, Turkey will effectively and actively strive to achieve further progress in that direction. It is important that the focus be on the practical measures for either expanding the scope of some of the already-existing arrangements or filling in the gaps identified in implementation. Since its adoption, resolution 1540 (2004) has emerged as an important component of the global non-proliferation and counter-terrorism regimes. We are pleased that the level of implementation of the resolution has improved remarkably. We thank the 11-3390] Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), under the able Chairmanship of Mr.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“We also would like to thank the members of the Counter-Terrorism Committee, and especially the Chairman of the Committee, Mr. Hardeep Singh Puri, Permanent Representative of India, for his seamless efforts. We also would like to recognize Mr. Mike Smith, Executive Director of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate, and his professional and hardworking team for their support and contributions to the work of the Committee. That said, there are still deficiencies in the implementation of resolutions 1373 (2001) and 1624 (2005), deriving from the lack of either political will or capacity. In our view, one of the main challenges of the Committee is to ensure that Member States fully understand their obligations as listed in those resolutions and take the necessary measures to implement them.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“With the active contribution of the Monitoring Team, the Committee has already reviewed a significant number of names. We hope that, with the finalization of the review process, the consolidated list will better reflect current threats, and thus become a more credible instrument in coping with the challenges. We welcome the prolongation and refinement of the mandate of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate through resolution 1963 (2010). In particular, we appreciate the resolution's focus on countering incitement to terrorist acts motivated by extremism and on ensuring respect for human rights and the rule of law. Both aspects are crucial for combating international terrorism in an effective and legitimate manner.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“We believe that it has been instrumental in preventing many possible terrorist attacks by imposing sanctions against individuals and entities on its consolidated list. At this stage, we need to concentrate our efforts on further strengthening the sanctions regime. In that regard, the rulings of national and regional courts concerning some of the names on the list prove to be a priority area that requires further and careful attention. In that context, Turkey will pursue a constructive and flexible approach so that the principles of due process and fair procedures are taken into consideration, as called for in some court decisions, without prejudging the final decisions of the 1267 Committee. We are also following the review process of the consolidated list.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“Indeed, today, terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction continue to pose serious threats to international peace and security. No country is immune to those cross- border threats. We should thus act in an even more steadfast manner and strive to increase the effectiveness of our endeavours. I would like to thank to Mr. Peter Wittig, Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999), for his valuable efforts. Over the past decade, the sanctions regime has proven to be an effective tool in countering Al-Qaida and Taliban terrorists and other individuals and entities affiliated with those groups.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“Let me begin by thanking the three Chairmen of the Committees established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001) and 1540 (2004) for their comprehensive and informative briefings. We highly appreciate their leadership and the valuable work undertaken by the Committees they respectively chair. Earlier this month, the Security Council voiced the sentiments of the larger international community when it welcomed the news that Osama bin Laden would never again be able to perpetrate acts of terrorism, and reaffirmed that terrorism could not and should not be associated with any religion, nationality, civilization or group (see S/PRST/2011/9). Despite that development, which certainly marks as an important milestone in global efforts to eradicate terrorism, there is no room for complacency.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“We should make a clear distinction between the counter-terrorism efforts of law enforcement agencies and armed conflict. Turkey strongly condemns all acts of terrorism and the use of civilians as human shields, and acknowledges the legitimate right of Governments to combat terrorism. Before concluding, I wish to underline that the rule of law, human rights, democracy and good governance should be strengthened in order to ensure the long-term and lasting protection of civilians. We should ensure that the perpetrators of violence against civilians are held accountable for their actions. They should know that they will face justice eventually.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Whether in Gaza or the West Bank, Palestinians continue to suffer under blockades and occupation, while their fundamental rights are denied. This sad state of affairs is not sustainable, and must be addressed within the context of a two-State solution as a matter of the utmost urgency. Let me also take this opportunity to underscore our determination to follow up the process of inquiry, until justice is done, into the Israeli attack on the humanitarian aid convoy to Gaza, which took place almost a year ago in international waters and resulted in nine civilian deaths and many wounded. With regard to the application of the concept of protection of civilians, let me reiterate our position that counter-terrorism efforts do not constitute armed conflict and cannot be considered as such.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“It is clear that, both conceptually and pragmatically, new ground has been broken and there are important questions that need to be answered. Bearing in mind that perceptions are as important as realities, Turkey believes that this is a necessary and welcome debate, which we must have in the United Nations, especially as the protection of civilians will continue to be an integral part of the work we do here in many different settings. It might be useful for the Council's informal experts group on the protection of civilians to take this matter up with a view to providing a thorough analysis and in-depth reflection of the state of play. While Libya has justifiably been given a lot of attention over the past several months, when the protection of civilians is being discussed we should not fail to recall the plight of the Palestinian people.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“While we are taking part in NATO operations based on resolutions 1970 (2011) and 1973 (2011), our humanitarian assistance to Libyans also continues, both bilaterally and in cooperation with partners. One of the three pillars of the road map that we have proposed is the formation of secure humanitarian zones that would provide unimpeded humanitarian aid flow to all Libyans without discrimination. Establishing a genuine ceasefire and setting in motion an inclusive political process are also key to the stabilization of Libya. The developments over the past few months, in particular vis-a-vis Libya and Cote d'Ivoire, have triggered a new debate on the notion of the protection of civilians and how it can be taken forward.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Allow me to emphasize that Turkey condemns any and all deliberate attacks on civilians and the deaths resulting from the indiscriminate and excessive use of force. We are aware that, as always, the primary obligation for protecting civilians lies with States. However, the international community also has a responsibility to help protect civilians in situations where States openly fail to do so. That is essentially what happened in Libya. The international community cannot, and could not, simply look away when civilians are, and were being, targeted. Turkey has played an active role from the very beginning of the crisis, both to alleviate the suffering of the Libyan people and to bring about a rapid political resolution to the conflict.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We join our colleagues in thanking Under-Secretaries-General Amos and Le Roy, as well as Assistant Secretary-General Simonovic'. The Council is holding this meeting today against the backdrop of the historic events that are sweeping the Middle East and North Africa. The dynamics of change that have been set in motion by the democratic aspirations of the masses and the transformation we are witnessing as a result are irreversible. Cognizant of the fact that fundamental change never comes about easily, Turkey nevertheless is seriously concerned about the loss of civilian life and the ongoing suffering of civilian populations on a daily basis throughout the unfolding of these dramatic events.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The second Trilateral Balkan Summit among Turkey, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia was held in Karadordevo, Serbia, on 26 April and provided the leaders of the three countries with the opportunity to discuss all issues of common interest and look for joint solutions. We believe in the future of Bosnia and Herzegovina and are doing our utmost to assist it in taking its rightful place in the European family of nations. For that reason, we call on all political leaders in Bosnia and Herzegovina to act with the long-term interests of the country in mind. What is needed is common vision and joint action, not the pursuit of narrow ethnic interests.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source
“Turkey considers itself a good friend of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We have excellent bilateral ties and maintain close relations with all stakeholders in the country. In this vein, our Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Davutoglu, visited Bosnia and Herzegovina twice after the elections, and during his most recent visit he met with Bosniak leaders in Sarajevo, Mr. Dodik in Banja Luka and Croat leaders in Mostar. Believing also that regional cooperation is an essential tool for normalizing relations between countries, we have established trilateral consultation mechanisms among Turkey, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia, and Turkey, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia; these have proven to be effective and resilient cooperation schemes.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source
“While we are encouraged by the important progress made on some issues, we regret that the political stalemate in the country prevents progress on the outstanding ones. We firmly believe that the full implementation of the "5-1-2" agenda is absolutely necessary for the closure of the Office and for Bosnia and Herzegovina's Euro-Atlantic integration. In this context, let me also underline that we are firm and resolute in our support for the High Representative. We ask him to continue his efforts. We expect him to make the decisions that he believes are required and to use the powers granted to him by the Council as needed to enforce those decisions. We do not agree that the actions of the High Representative and the personnel of his Office are unlawful, and we do not see such claims as helpful.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source
“These types of calls and unilateral actions amount to clear violations of the General Framework Agreement for Peace, are the most dangerous steps for the future of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and thus must be absolutely avoided. It is our expectation that a way will be found to repeal the conclusions and the referendum decision. Any legitimate concern must be expressed through appropriate mechanisms, and compromise solutions must be sought. Turkey is a member of the Peace Implementation Council Steering Board and thus feels a special responsibility towards the Office of the High Representative. It has been more than three years since the Steering Board set five objectives and two conditions for the transition of the Office of the High Representative.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source
“We therefore call on all political stakeholders to be flexible and look for compromises in order to achieve a breakthrough. Most worrisome in the general deterioration of the political climate in Bosnia and Herzegovina are the outright challenges of the Republika Srpska to the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina, its State institutions and its constitutional order. Calls such as those of the Republika Srpska's President for the dissolution of Bosnia and Herzegovina or the conclusions by the Republika Srpska National Assembly to hold a referendum questioning the authority and powers of the High Representative, the Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Prosecutor's Office are unacceptable.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source
“While we regret that the Government and the Federation may not be optimally representative, despite local and international efforts, we welcome the fact that there is finally a Government. We hope that all stakeholders will now act responsibly and avoid blocking the functioning of the institutions or attempting to form parallel ones. The main focus must now be on the formation of the State-level Government. Without Governments and parliaments, there can be no progress in the reform process and thus no progress towards European Union or NATO membership. It is of crucial importance that the State-level Government be formed as a broad- based, inclusive and representative administrative structure that is strong enough to lead the country towards Euro-Atlantic integration and materialize much-needed reforms.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source
“While the international community anticipates ever more steadfast and ambitious steps towards the consolidation of an effective, stable and viable State within its internationally recognized borders, as foreseen in the Dayton Peace Accords, we are faced with a political system that is deadlocked, with a disturbing increase in nationalist and divisive rhetoric, including calls for the establishment of a third entity. It has been seven months since the holding of the general elections, but a State-level Government has still not been formed. Unfortunately, due to the uncompromising positions of political leaders, there is not much room for hope that that will be done soon. At the level of the Federation, it has only recently been possible to form the new Government and assemble the Federation Parliament.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source
“We join others in warmly welcoming High Representative Inzko and we thank him for his insightful briefing and for sharing with us his candid assessment of the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which we fully share. We believe that the Balkans continue to represent the essential test case for lasting peace and stability on the European continent. Sovereign, democratic, stable and functional States in the Balkans are indispensable for a free and integrated Europe, and we are encouraged by the developments in many parts of the Balkans towards that end. However, we are greatly concerned by the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which faces its worst crisis and most serious risk of instability since 1995.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source