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1. “The Office should be commended for the progress that it has made on the investigation despite the fragile security situation, the access restrictions, the continued clashes and the lack of cooperation. Finally, the United Kingdom would like to offer its appreciation for the effort that the Office of the Prosecutor has put into making the most effective and efficient use of the resources that it has available. I take this opportunity to reaffirm the United Kingdom's commitment to supporting the Court as both a State party to the Rome statute and a member of the Security Council.”

   2017-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7963 (2017) · source

2. “The United Kingdom is frustrated that fugitives of the Court, including President Al-Bashir and Mr. Hussein, continue to travel unhindered. We appreciate that States may sometimes have conflicting commitments to other regional and international organizations, but we join the Prosecutor in urging those States to consult with the Court. For our part, we will continue to raise our concerns with the relevant Governments with the ultimate goal of achieving justice for the thousands of victims in Darfur. We renew our call to all States parties to cooperate with the ICC and to abide by their Rome Statute obligations. We welcome the renewed vigour with which the Office of the Prosecutor is approaching the investigation.”

   2017-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7963 (2017) · source

3. “In the light of the fragile security situation in Darfur, the United Kingdom urges that any changes to UNAMID during the upcoming mandate renewal be done in a manner that is gradual, flexible and retentive of the nation's ability to continue to protect civilians. Over the course of 25 reports, the Prosecutor has consistently made it clear that the Court needs the cooperation of States and the support of the Council in order to move forward on the situation at hand. We all need to look carefully at what more we can do in order to ensure that the Court receives the support that it deserves. The United Kingdom will continue to call on the Government of the Sudan to meet its obligations under resolution 1593 (2005) to cooperate fully with the Court, execute outstanding arrest warrants and fulfil its international obligations.”

   2017-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7963 (2017) · source

4. “We urge all parties to show restraint, abide by the unilateral cessations of hostilities and focus their efforts on the peace process under the auspices of the African Union High-level Implementation Panel. On a more positive note, the United Kingdom welcomes the improvements in access for the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) and humanitarian actors in Darfur, in particular to Jebel Marra. We urge the Government of the Sudan to strive for unfettered access throughout Darfur. That will enable the Prosecutor to carry out her investigation and UNAMID to carry out its mandate to protect civilians and facilitate humanitarian assistance. Like the Prosecutor, we remain concerned by reports of continued attacks against internally displaced persons and that some access restrictions remain in place.”

   2017-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7963 (2017) · source

5. “The United Kingdom had welcomed the reduction in military confrontation between the Government of the Sudan and the Darfur armed movements. The announcements of unilateral cessations of hostilities by the Government, the Sudan Liberation Army/Minni Minawi and the Justice and Equality Movement in recent months. We were hopeful that that signalled the parties' willingness to engage genuinely in the peace process. Therefore, we are deeply concerned by reports of renewed clashes in recent weeks between the Government and the Sudan Liberation Army/Minni Minawi. The ongoing risk of violence has a detrimental impact to the safety of civilians and the overall stability of Darfur. We also continue to be extremely concerned about the use of sexual violence in the conflict, although we note the recent decrease in instances.”

   2017-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7963 (2017) · source

6. “I would like to thank the Prosecutor for her twenty-fifth report on the situation in Darfur, the continued commitment of the Prosecutor and her Office to the investigation and for her briefing. At the outset, let me express the United Kingdom's full support for the International Criminal Court (ICC) and for its vital work to challenge impunity and bring to account those responsible for the most serious crimes of international concern. We appreciate the important role that the ICC plays, often amid difficult conditions on the ground. That is clearly the case in Darfur. Fifteen years of violence there have shown that there can be no military solution to the conflict. Lasting peace can be realized only with the agreement of a permanent ceasfire and an inclusive political settlement that addresses the root causes of the conflict.”

   2017-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7963 (2017) · source

7. “If such crimes are to be prevented in future, it is essential to accept the ICTY and Mechanism findings and rulings on the tragic events of the not-so-distant past.”

   2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7960 (2017) · source

8. “So we are troubled by the Prosecutor's report for the ICTY that regional judicial cooperation is moving in the wrong direction. It is imperative that all States work together to achieve justice. We strongly urge all relevant authorities to initiate discussions immediately so as to remove any barriers to investigating and prosecuting the most serious crimes ofinternational concern, and we call on regional States to work with the Office of the Prosecutor to develop practical proposals to improve the situation as soon as possible. Individuals suspected of war crimes cannot continue to be shielded from justice simply by virtue of their location. We are also deeply disturbed by the Prosecutor's reports, both for the ICTY and the Mechanism, of denial of crimes, in particular genocide and revisionism.”

   2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7960 (2017) · source

9. “We fully support coordination between the Prosecutor's Office, national enforcement agencies and INTERPOL with regard to apprehending the eight remaining fugitives, and we welcome the Prosecutor's initiatives to improve tracking activities. We hope that they can be brought to justice soon, and we urge all States to cooperate to this end. We also welcome the relocation of two further acquitted and released persons from Arusha and support the Mechanism in its ongoing work in this respect, recognizing the challenges. In addition to the work of the Mechanism and the ICTY, there can be no doubt that effective national prosecutions are vital in achieving justice for the victims of atrocities and holding perpetrators to account for their crimes.”

   2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7960 (2017) · source

10. “Whether it takes two years or 20, history will eventually catch up with them. With regard to the Mechanism, we note that it has entered an important phase, shortly commencing a retrial in Stanisie and Simatovie and undertaking complex appeals in Karadeic' and Seselj. We look forward to the Mechanism's continuous, expeditious and efficient treatment of these cases and to receiving updates as they progress. We remain concerned at the fact that the situation of Judge Akay has not yet been resolved and by consequent ongoing delays in the Ngirabatware case. We hope that a pragmatic resolution can be found as quickly as possible.”

    2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7960 (2017) · source

11. “We strongly urge Serbia to cooperate fully with the ICTY in all respects, including complying with its international obligations in this matter. Failure to do so risks undermining the central principles of international justice and the rule of law by allowing those suspected of interfering with witnesses to avoid accountability. It is essential that the ICTY's vast experience and lessons learned not be lost. Its legacy must reflect its achievements and make a lasting contribution to regional peace and stability. We are therefore pleased to note its forward-looking approach to maximizing digital outreach and transforming the ICTY's website into a permanent repository for the Tribunal's digital legacy. The legacy of the ICTY should be a clear and resounding message to those who commit such crimes that they cannot escape justice.”

    2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7960 (2017) · source

12. “Let me commend the work of the judges and staff as well as the Tribunal's efficiency measures, such as the prosecution's "one office" policy, which have made this possible. We also pleased that the transfer of residual functions from the ICTY to the Mechanism remains on track. We are, however, very much aware of the challenges that the ICTY faces. We share the Tribunal's concern over continued stuff attrition, and we welcome the measures taken to address this issue. We hope that staff will feel able to see their work through to the finish. The United Kingdom is very concerned that more than two years on, the arrest warrants for the three individuals in the Jojic' et al contempt case have still not been executed.”

    2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7960 (2017) · source

13. “I should like to thank the Presidents of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals and the Prosecutor for their reports (see S/2017/436 and S/2017/434) and their presentations. At the outset, let me reiterate the United Kingdom's continued support for the ICTY and the Mechanism and for all that they do to end impunity for the most serious international crimes. As the ICTY progresses through its final year, the international community as a whole must continue to support the Tribunal so that it leaves behind a continuing and enduring legacy. Completion of its judicial work remains the priority. We welcome the fact that the Tribunal remains on track to deliver its final judgments in the cases of Mlaa'ie and Prlie et al before the end of the year.”

    2017-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7960 (2017) · source

14. “In conclusion, the United Kingdom understands the financial and resource constraints faced by the Prosecutor's Office and the need to ensure adequate funding for the Court's Libya investigations. We are committed to working with others to ensure that the Court has the resources necessary for its work, while ensuring that the ICC budget is as streamlined as possible.”

    2017-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7934 (2017) · source

15. “We thank the Prosecutor for the update on the allegations of torture committed against Saadi Al-Qadhafi in Al-Hadba prison, and we welcome the fact that one of the accused who had been returned to his position at the prison has now been removed. We also thank the Prosecutor for her briefing on the case against Al-Tuhamy Mohamed Khaled, who is wanted for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in Libya in 2011. We fully support the Court's call for cooperation from members of the Council, Libya and all States to provide information to facilitate the swift arrest of Mr. Al-Tuhamy and ensure his surrender to the ICC. It is crucial that he and other individuals responsible for war crimes in Libya not become fugitives from justice.”

    2017-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7934 (2017) · source

16. “We support her call to the Libyan authorities to do everything possible to ensure the transfer of Al-Qadhafi to the ICC and to consult the Court on any problems that might impede his transfer to The Hague. We look forward to the outcome of the Court's consideration of the report of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya on the domestic proceedings against Mr. Al-Senussi. The United Kingdom commends the continued engagement of the Libyan Prosecutor-General and the Libyan representatives to the Court. We call on other States and relevant international organizations to assist the Libyan authorities in their efforts to build the rule of law in Libya.”

    2017-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7934 (2017) · source

17. “We remain deeply concerned about the continued violence between armed groups across the country, and particularly about the reports of human rights abuses and violations by combatants in Benghazi and elsewhere, including attacks on innocent civilians and medical facilities. There is no justification for attacking medical facilities protected under international humanitarian law. We note that the Prosecutor is giving consideration to opening an investigation into alleged criminal acts against migrants in Libya. Such alleged crimes provide further justification for tackling migration upstream so that the international community can help to create more opportunities in migrants' home countries. The United Kingdom is grateful for the Prosecutor's update on the cases of Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi and Abdullah Al-Senussi.”

    2017-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7934 (2017) · source

18. “Libya's legitimate political institutions must work together to break the political deadlock that is prolonging instability and the suffering of the Libyan people. Libya's political and social groups must seize the momentum offered by the welcome meetings between Prime Minister Serraj and Field Marshal Haftar earlier this week to lay out a path towards Libyan reconciliation and unity. Security, stability and prosperity can be achieved only when the country's leaders choose to get together and work out a plan for the common benefit of the Libyan people. The United Kingdom welcomes the Prosecutor's ongoing efforts to investigate alleged crimes, despite the practical difficulties of conducting investigations inside Libya.”

    2017-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7934 (2017) · source

19. “I would like to thank the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) for her report and briefing today. The United Kingdom would like to reiterate its support for the work of the Prosecutor and for the role that the ICC plays in bringing those responsible for serious crimes of international concern to account. Libya is in urgent need of progress towards full political reconciliation, now more than ever. The scale of the crisis facing the people of Libya is grave. It is a crisis in which the fighting continues year after year, and in which violations of international humanitarian law and human rights violations and abuses continue unabated. The people of Libya deserve a better future. Establishing effective governance is key.”

    2017-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7934 (2017) · source

20. “We recognize that the investigations are complex and take place in very difficult circumstances. In conclusion, the United Kingdom would like to take this opportunity to renew its commitment to supporting the Court both as a State party to the Rome Statute and as a member of the Security Council. We recognize the financial constraints that the Prosecutor's Office faces and respect her independence in deciding on the best use of those resources.”

    2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source

21. “We agree with the Prosecutor that the Council should play a more active role in the area of compliance, and we support effective measures to ensure that instances of non-cooperation with the Court are taken seriously. The United Kingdom believes that achieving justice for victims should be at the heart of the international community's response to mass atrocity violence. It is essential to ensure that fugitives from international justice do not enjoy impunity. We call on all States parties to the Court to cooperate with it and abide by their Rome Statute obligations. We commend the ongoing investigations of the Office of the Prosecutor, and welcome the fact that despite these challenges, real progress has been made and significant additional evidence gathered.”

    2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source

22. “We call on the Government of the Sudan to meet its obligations under resolution 1593 (2005) to cooperate fully with the ICC, execute outstanding arrest warrants and fulfil its international obligations. The United Kingdom is frustrated about the fact that fugitives from the Court, including President Al-Bashir and Mr. Hussein, have been able to travel unhindered to a number of States that are parties to the Court, and therefore under an obligation to arrest and surrender them. Together with our international partners, we will continue to raise our concerns with the relevant Governments and make it clear that we expect compliance with the arrest warrants for all those indicted by the Court. Such non-cooperation with the Court weakens the rules-based international system.”

    2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source

23. “Civilians continue to be the main victims of the ongoing instability, and the United Kingdom urges the Government of the Sudan to allow access throughout Darfur, including all parts of Jebel Marra. That will enable the Prosecutor to carry out her investigation and the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur to fulfil its mandate to protect civilians and facilitate humanitarian assistance. There is an urgent need to address the gaps in the rule of law and accountability, which breed violence and instability, as witnessed in inter-communal clashes and widespread allegations of gender-based crimes and serious sexual violence against women.”

    2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source

24. “We remain particularly concerned about reports of attacks on civilians by the rapid support forces and other militias. We call on all the parties to end Violence against civilians, violations of international humanitarian law and violations and abuses of human rights. The United Kingdom welcomes the signing of the African Union High-level Implementation Panel Roadmap Agreement by both the Government of the Sudan and the opposition parties, but we remain deeply concerned about the humanitarian situation in Darfur, where 2.6 million people are still displaced, with no solution for the root causes of their displacement. This year saw a spike in displacement in the wake of conflict in Jebel Marra that strained humanitarian actors' capacity to meet the needs of suffering Darfuri civilians, particularly in the face of obstacles to their access.”

    2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source

25. “I would like to begin by welcoming the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) back to the Security Council and by thanking her for her briefing today. The United Kingdom is grateful for her twenty-fourth report, and we thank her and her Office for their continuing investigation of the situation in Darfur. TheUnitedKingdom supports the ICC in its vital work of challenging impunity and ensuring accountability for those who bear the greatest responsibility for the most serious crimes of international concern. It is a tragedy that crimes such as these continue in Darfur. The Prosecutor's report notes that lately crimes have decreased, but we have still seen worrying reports of serious violations of international humanitarian and human rights law, notably in Jebel Marra.”

    2016-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7833 (2016) · source

26. “I would therefore like to close by re-emphasizing our continued support as it carries out the residual functions of the Yugoslavia and Rwanda tribunals.”

    2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source

27. “We are grateful to the Prosecutor for his ongoing efforts to locate and arrest fugitives, and we call on all States to cooperate to that end. Equally, as in the former Yugoslavia, national prosecutions are essentially for ensuring justice for all Victims of crimes committed in Rwanda. We thank the Prosecutor for his ongoing work in that respect and encourage cooperation from all relevant States. We welcome the reduction in numbers of released and acquitted persons residing in Arusha, as well as the more efficient approach to the upkeep of those who remain there and ongoing efforts regarding relocation. We hope to hear positive developments in that regard in due course. Finally, we welcome the opening of the new premises of the Mechanism's Arusha branch. The Mechanism has a Vital role to play in the international criminal justice system.”

    2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source

28. “Turning to the Mechanism, we are pleased with its work in the past six months, including on ensuring a smooth transition for the ICTY to the Mechanism. Judicial work is proceeding efficiently, including on the Prosecutor v. Jovica Stanisic and Franko Simatovie retrials and the appeals in the cases of Prosecutor V. Radovan Karadzie and Prosecutor v. Vojislav Seselj transferred from the ICTY. We are concerned by the situation of Judge Akay, noting that the Secretary- General has asserted immunity, but Turkey has disagreed with that position. We also note that there are ongoing legal proceedings before the Mechanism. We hope that an appropriate resolution can be found as quickly as possible. It is important that all those indicted by the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda be apprehended and face trial before the Mechanism.”

    2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source

29. “Turning to the recommendations of the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) , we are pleased that the ICTY has already implemented the recommendation on developing a code ofprofessional conduct forjudges. We believe all international tribunal judges should be subject to such codes. We also welcome the ICTYjudges' indication of their willingness to accept a disciplinary mechanism and that they consider this desirable. We agree, but we think it is too late in the Tribunal's life to implement all the OIOS recommendations. That risks diverting resources from completing the core functions, which must be the focus. Finally, on the ICTY, we welcome plans for legacy work, and we will be supporting the ICTY legacy dialogue.”

    2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source

30. “We welcome the continued cooperation between the Office of the Prosecutor of the ICTY and the authorities of the States in the region. However, we are concerned that the political environment is having a negative impact on regional judicial cooperation, and we echo the Prosecutor's call for urgent steps to be taken to mitigate and reverse the situation. We are particularly concerned that the arrest warrants for the three individuals in the contempt cases have still not been executed. We urge Serbia to meet its obligation to cooperate and surrender those individuals to the Tribunals. Lack of agreement at the regional level to extradite war crimes suspects also severely hinders efforts to bring prosecutions for war crimes. This hampers reconciliation and could undermine the legacy of the ICTY.”

    2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source

31. “Ratko Mladic' trial, and the Prosecutor v. Jadranko Prlie et al. appeal continues to progress. Transition to the Mechanism also continues on schedule. We are grateful for the efficiency and downsizing measures that have taken place in order to achieve this, and we were happy to support the amendment to the ICTY statute enabling the appointment of ad hoc Appeals Chamberjudges, which is a necessary practical step on the Council's side to enable the Tribunal to complete its work. We recognize the difficulties caused by staff attrition, and we appreciate the efforts made to counteract that. We hope that staff will remain in their roles until the end of the mandate to complete the Tribunal's work. Cooperation with the ICTY by all States remains as important as ever.”

    2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source

32. “At the outset, I would like to reiterate the United Kingdom's continued support for and commitment to the work of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals. They are leading the fight against impunity, holding perpetrators to account and achieving justice for victims. That is work that is sadly in great demand across the world today - in Syria, in Iraq and in so many other places. We are pleased that the ICTY's work remains on track as it heads towards closure in 2017. While we regret that the Prosecutor v. Goran Hadeic' trial could not be completed, it is undeniable that progress has been made. The Prosecutor v. Mieo Stanisie and Stojan Zupljanin appeal has concluded, substantial steps have been taken towards completion of the Prosecutor v.”

    2016-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7829 (2016) · source

33. “As the United Kingdom, we are working for a budget outcome that both meets the needs of the Court and is aligned with the means available.”

    2016-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7806 (2016) · source

34. “We support the steps that the Prosecutor's Office has taken to enhance cooperation with additional national law-enforcement agencies that are also working on Libya-related investigations. We commend the Libyan Prosecutor General and Libya's representative to the Court for their continued positive and constructive engagement with the Office of the Prosecutor. Cooperation between the Office and the Libyan authorities is vital if they are to tackle impunity for atrocity crimes. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank the Tunisian and Jordanian authorities for facilitating the Prosecutor's investigations. In conclusion, we recognize the additional financial constraints that the Office of the Prosecutor faces. We respect her independence in deciding on the best use of those resources.”

    2016-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7806 (2016) · source

35. “We have taken note of the Office of the Prosecutor's request for assistance through the Security Council regarding applications for new arrest warrants for additional suspects. We thank the Prosecutor for her briefing on the cases against Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi and Abdullah Al-Senussi. The United Kingdom calls on Libya to take steps to enable the handover of Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi to the ICC without delay, and to consult with the Court in order to address any problems that might impede his transfer to The Hague. We thank the Prosecutor's Office for continuing to monitor allegations of torture and similar abuses in Al-Hadba prison, and we note with concern the unconfirmed report that an individual previously suspected of torture has returned to the prison and holds a position of authority there.”

    2016-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7806 (2016) · source

36. “We fully understand the Office of the Prosecutor's determination to prioritize her investigations in Libya in 2017, but we remain concerned about the possibility that the security situation will continue to prevent her from undertaking full investigative activities at this time. Without a unified and accountable security structure across the country to enforce law and order and protect civilians, supported by an independent judiciary, crimes falling within the Court's jurisdiction may continue to occur. The rule of law must apply throughout Libya and, ultimately, all perpetrators must be held to account and tried in court in a transparent and open manner. The United Kingdom will continue to work with international partners to provide Libya with the support it needs to meet the challenges it faces.”

    2016-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7806 (2016) · source

37. “Civilian and residential areas have been besieged, restricting people's access to food, medical supplies and sometimes water and electricity. More than 400,000 people have been displaced by the conflict. The spread of Da'esh is further exacerbating the crisis. The group poses a serious threat to all Libyans and the wider region. We condemn its barbaric crimes and call for their perpetrators to be held to account. The global campaign to bring Da'esh to justice - launched during the general debate of the General Assembly in September by the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom, Mr. Ibrahim Al-Jaafari, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iraq and Mr. Didier Reynders, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Belgium - will help to ensure that there is no impunity for those responsible.”

    2016-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7806 (2016) · source

38. “I would like to begin by welcoming the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) back to the Council and thanking her for her briefing today. The United Kingdom is grateful for her twelfth report, and I thank her and her Office for their continuing investigation of the situation in Libya. Whether in Libya or any other country, the ICC has a vital role to play in challenging impunity and ensuring the accountability of those who bear the greatest responsibility for the most serious crimes of international concern. Sadly, such crimes continue to this day in Libya. We are deeply concerned about the fact that civilians continue to suffer inexcusably from the conflict and are subjected to violations and abuses perpetrated by the parties to it.”

    2016-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7806 (2016) · source

39. “We also welcome the work being undertaken by the Mechanism on reviewing the level of support provided to acquitted and released persons in order to achieve appropriate efficiencies, and we support ongoing efforts concerning relocation. We are pleased with the smooth handover to the Mechanism of the ICTR's functions on its closure, and we thank the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania for its continued strong support and interest in the Mechanism's new permanent premises in Arusha. We are also pleased that the Mechanism has implemented some of the recommendations from the OIOS audit and is working on others. The Mechanism has a vital role to play in the international criminal justice system, and we have every confidence that it will continue to carry out its residual functions appropriately.”

    2016-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7707 (2016) · source

40. “We are confident that the Mechanism will take all appropriate measures to ensure that these cases are handled efficiently and effectively in order to see to it that decisions are taken within a reasonable and in respect for due process. We look forward to receiving further information on timelines in the next report. We welcome the news that the recruitment of staff for the Mechanism is proceeding well and that staff with ICTY and ICTR experience are being drawn upon. Again, good staff are key to success. We thank the Prosecutor for the continued efforts to locate and arrest fugitives, and we welcome the arrest and handover to Rwanda of Ladislas Ntaganzwa. We hope that the remaining eight fugitives can similarly be brought to justice, and urge all States to cooperate to that end.”

    2016-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7707 (2016) · source

41. “We are pleased that cooperation with the Prosecutor is satisfactory in most respects, and we call on all States to act on those areas where it is not. We note the recent decision of the High Court in Belgrade regarding transfer of the three defendants in contempt proceedings arising from the Seselj case. Serbia has an obligation to cooperate with the ICTY, and we hope that the Serbian authorities will make every effort to ensure transfer to the ICTY of the individuals concerned. Turning to the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, we are very pleased with its work over the past six months and, indeed, since its commencement. The Mechanism is moving into a very important new phase in its life, dealing with retrials and appeals from ICTY rulings.”

    2016-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7707 (2016) · source

42. “There are positive developments, such as the progress in resolving pending Category II cases, and we continue to believe that these challenges can be overcome. We urge the Government of Bosnia and Herzegovina to work with the ICTY and other partners to do so. We are also concerned that national war crimes prosecutions in Serbia are at a crucial point, with many more cases still needing investigating and prosecuting in Serbia against Serbian nationals, particularly cases against senior and mid-level accused. Again, there have been important achievements by the Serbian War Crimes Prosecutor's Office. We urge the Serbian Government to support efforts to ensure accountability, and in particular to appoint a new Chief War Crimes Prosecutor as a priority for the incoming Government. We also urge cooperation between all States of the region.”

    2016-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7707 (2016) · source

43. “We are also pleased that the transition of the ICTY to the Mechanism is on schedule. We note the report of the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) on the ICTY (S/2016/441) and we look forward to the Trbunal's reponse in its next report. It is vital to take a pragmatic approach and ensure that resources are not diverted from completing the ICTY's core task - its case work. In the aftermath of conflict, any international tribunal, including the ICTY, can only address the cases of most serious concern. That does not mean that other crimes should not be addressed. On the contrary, it is vital that national justice systems ensure accountability. In that context, we note the ongoing concerns of the Office of the Prosecutor with the pace and effectiveness of national war crimes prosecutions in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”

    2016-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7707 (2016) · source

44. “We welcome the fact that these are in line with the lastest timetable set out by the Tribunal. We are also pleased to hear that the Mladic' case and the Prlic' appeal are still on track. We look forward to the outcome of the HadZic' case and the remaining ICTY appeal. While we understand that it may be a challenge to meet the projected time frame in the Prlie appeal in particular, we hope that the November 2017 date will be met in all cases. We understand the challenges of staff attrition. Let me take this opportunity to emphasize that the work of the ICTY staff is vital and highly valued by the United Kingdom. We rely on them to see their roles through until the end of the mandate. We commend the efforts of the ICTY leadership to retain staff, which we know will continue.”

    2016-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7707 (2016) · source

45. “I thank the Presidents of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, and the Prosecutor of the ICTY and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) for the reports and today's briefings. At the outset, let me stress the United Kingdom's continued support for the efforts of the ICTY and the Mechanism. They carry out essential work to tackle impunity. Faced with so many crises today, it is absolutely crucial that we speak with one voice when we say that there can be no impunity for the most serious international crimes. As the recent trial of Radovan KaradZie at the ICTY shows, there is no end date for justice. The United Kingdom welcomes the completion of a number of ICTY cases: the Karadeie and Seselj trials and the Stanisic' and Simatovic' appeal.”

    2016-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7707 (2016) · source

46. “We fully agree on the importance of cooperation between national, regional and international law- enforcement agencies.We recognize the financial and capacity constraints facing the Prosecutor's Office and its efforts to achieve efficiency savings in key areas. We are working for a budget outcome that both meets the needs of the Court and is sensitive to the resources available. In conclusion, the governing leadership in Libya has given us room for hope. Libya has taken step after step to move from being a country at war to a country with a future brighter than many had predicted just two years ago. The ongoing work of the Prosecutor's Office will be marked as an important contribution to ensuring that justice prevails and true stability takes root in Libya.”

    2016-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7698 (2016) · source

47. “The United Kingdom wholly endorses Prime Minister Al-Sarraj's commitment to Libya as a stable, peaceful, non-sectarian country that can contribute to stability and peace in the region. In order to do that, Libya needs the support of the international community in restoring effective Government and building united and professional armed forces that can protect civilians and institutions, and fight Da'esh, while complying with international standards. Reform of the security and justice sectors is critical to enabling Libya to facilitate the rebuilding of State institutions and a return to stability. Along with our international partners, we will continue to work with Libya to provide it with the support it needs to meet the challenges it faces.”

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48. “Al-'Atiri. We continue to be concerned about Al-Qadhafi's death sentence and about reports of torture and inhumane treatment during Al-Senussi's detention. We are pleased to hear that the Libyan authorities are taking action, and we look forward to getting information on developments in that regard, including on whether those subject to arrest warrants have been apprehended. It is crucial to ensure that the individuals alleged to be responsible do not become fugitives from justice. We also look forward to the Prosecutor's further views on Al-Senussi's trial once the full report of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya on the conduct of the trial is available.”

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49. “The spread ofDa'esh is a serious threat to all Libyans and the wider region. We condemn their barbaric crimes and call for the perpetrators to be held accountable. We commend the courage of the Libyans on all sides who have resisted Da'esh in Benghazi, Derna, Sirte and elsewhere. We welcome Prime Minister Al-Sarraj's call to all Libyans to unite behind the new Government against Da'esh. We thank the Prosecutor for her briefing on the cases against Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi and Abdullah Al-Senussi. We are concerned about the fact that Libya remains unable to surrender Al-Qadhafi to the Court, due to his unavailability to Libyan State authorities. The United Kingdom reiterates Libya's obligation to cooperate fully with the ICC, including by surrendering Al-Qadhafi, and notes the Prosecutor's request to transmit the arrest warrant to Mr.”

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50. “Their aspirations will not be fully realized if there is impunity and those responsible for the horrific crimes there are not held accountable. Against that background, the United Kingdom is concerned that the difficult security situation in Libya has prevented the Office of the Prosecutor of the ICC from undertaking investigative activities there. We urge all parties to implement the Libyan Political Agreement as soon as possible in order to resolve the security situation. However, we commend the continued engagement of the Libyan Prosecutor General and the Libyan representative to the Court. We urge all parties to assist the Prosecutor in her investigation and we encourage States and relevant international organizations to help the Libyan authorities in their efforts to build the rule of law in Libya.”

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