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first: 2012-11-19
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“We should reconcile any existing inconsistencies between various sanctions regimes, either by extending or replicating the Ombudsperson's mandate under the Al-Qaida sanctions regime or by applying other mechanisms to the same effect. Transparency and outreach in the work of the Sanctions Committees remain paramount, and I fully agree with our Australian colleague's remarks today to the effect that public briefings to the Council should be standard rather than an exception. The Sanctions Committees should also ensure that they are better heard by sending their messages through press releases and making sure that those concerned can read them in other relevant languages besides English and French, such as Arabic in the case of Yemen, for instance.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285 (2014) · source
“Sanctions, whether intended to coerce, constrain or deter, can serve their underlying purpose only when they are properly targeted. The Office of the Ombudsperson has proved to be an effective mechanism for improving the credibility of measures taken within the Al-Qaida sanctions regime. A core aspect of such a mechanism - its independence - must be continually upheld, including by removing any remaining channels of interference, ranging from various administrative constraints to procedural filters. Ensuring the systematic and consistent application of due process is fundamental. We fully agree with Ms. Prost that those targeted under other sanctions regimes should have the same access to mechanisms of redress.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285 (2014) · source
“Executing arrest warrants is one of the Court's most difficult challenges. While the Council has made referrals to the ICC, it has so far failed to take any action with regard to repeated ICC notifications, which does not speak well of its ability to enforce its decisions and therefore affects its credibility. Whether we can task the Informal Working Group on International Tribunals with tackling those issues, or whether we should develop a different format for it, we need to effectively address the relationship between the Council and the Court as well as the issue of follow-up mechanisms. Secondly, the Security Council increasingly relies on sanctions regimes as an indispensable tool for maintaining international peace and security.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285 (2014) · source
“This year saw the number of public meetings increase by 25 per cent compared to those in 2013. Of the 10 Council presidencies to date this year, seven opted for open wrap-up meetings. This year, briefings to the United Nations general membership on the monthly programme of work, as well as end- of-month briefings, have been common. The Council's website has been further improved and a new website dedicated to sanctions launched, while the use of e-rooms has been helpful in managing information flows. While progress has been made, there is still ample room for further improving the Council's working methods, first in regard to how we translate our statements on justice and accountability into tangible efforts to end impunity. In that context, the link between the Council and the ICC demands a fresh look and new ideas.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285 (2014) · source
“I thank you, Madam President, for organizing this debate and for your commitment in guiding the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Matters. As we know, this year has been one of the most productive in terms of the President's notes, and we greatly appreciate that. I would also like to warmly thank today's briefers, Ms. Kimberly Prost and Ms. Fatou Bensouda, for their contributions. Issues of due process in sanctions regimes and, in particular, of the Council's follow-up of its referrals to the International Criminal Court (ICC) have long been discussed in the context of the larger debate on the Council's role in ensuring accountability and justice. Before making a few specific points, I would like to briefly refer to the recent progress made in the work of the Council.”
2014-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7285 (2014) · source
“First, to what extent is proactive reconnaissance and intelligence helping to create better awareness, and thus pre-empting and preventing threats? Could they refer to good practices in current peacekeeping operations in that respect? What more needs to be done? Secondly, how do robust mandates translate into operational plans? Would commanders prefer the mandates' tasks to be detailed and precise, or should they leave room for their decisions to act for the achievement of end-states? Thirdly, what is the impact of modern technologies, such as unmanned aerial systems, in today's peacekeeping operations, in particular on intelligence-gathering? Would the commanders suggest deploying those systems to other missions, such as UNDOF, for example?”
2014-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7275 (2014) · source
“During the recent months in the Golan, troops of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF), mandatedto observe the 1974 Disengagement Agreement between Israel and Syrian forces, were besieged, attacked, forced out of their positions and detained by the designated terrorist groups and armed non-State actors. There can be no justification for such actions, and the perpetrators must be brought to justice. A temporary adjustment in UNDOF's posture and operations, as well as its immediate relocation, was fully warranted. We commend the mission for continuously reviewing and updating its contingency plans. We also look forward to an update from the Secretary-General on the steps needed to maintain UNDOF's ability to implement its mandate. Before concluding, let me put forward a few questions to the participating Force Commanders.”
2014-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7275 (2014) · source
“In that context, I would like to note the work of the European Union Training Mission, whose personnel, including four Lithuanian trainers, are engaged in rebuilding the Malian armed forces. The civilian capacity-building mission complements those efforts by supporting internal security forces through training and strategic advice. Finally, on the accomplishment of traditional mandates under the changing political-military setting, it is crucial to note that the safety and security of peacekeepers must be among the Council's top priorities when designing or adjusting peacekeeping mandates. It should engage in constant dialogue with the Secretariat and troop contributors to make sure that peacekeepers are not left to fend for themselves in a dramatically changed environment.”
2014-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7275 (2014) · source
“On the other hand, the current steady increase in the Mission's military and police capacities, as well as the enhancement of its situational awareness through the establishment of the All Sources Information Fusion Unit, are significant steps forward that have a noticeable positive impact on the protection of civilians. At the same time, we must acknowledge that MINUSMA no longer operates in the peacekeeping context and that some troop-contributing countries bear a disproportionate share of the impact, as we were once again tragically reminded by the recent loss of peacekeepers' lives. A serious discussion about the mandate is in order, and the international community should continue contributing to the development of national capacities.”
2014-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7275 (2014) · source
“Such mismatches end up being a lose-lose situation for all. The United Nations loses its credibility, civilian populations suffer casualties and conflict gets more entrenched, and far too many peacekeepers lose their lives in the line of duty. For example, delays in the deployment of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) and a continued lack of air mobility, as well as the changing nature of the threats, have limited the Mission's ability to effectively implement the mandate.”
2014-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7275 (2014) · source
“Peacekeepers face indirect fire, improvised explosive devices, ambushes, abductions and even direct attacks, including by radical extremists, as they carry out their missions in hostile environments. They also find themselves in situations where there is no peace to keep, while peace enforcement may not be in their mandate. In spite of the mantra-like repetition by the Council of its resolve to give operations clear, credible and achievable mandates, matched by appropriate resources, situations continue to occur where the ambition of the mandate and the capacity to carry out it are at odds with each other. A lack of adequate training, proper equipment or enablers, as well as insufficient backing by air assets and modern technologies to counter both conventional and asymmetric threats, are recurrent problems.”
2014-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7275 (2014) · source
“The establishmentofhotlinestoalertaboutimpendingdanger, as well as the Mission's support for the implementation of local protection plans through community protection committees, all contribute to reducing threats and insecurity for the civilian population and should be considered in other peacekeeping operations. Last but not least, we strongly support one mandate-one mission-one force approach, as saving human lives is the primary task of all units ofa mission. Turning to expectations from the military components, it is important to recognize that the current peacekeeping environment - and many have spoken about it - is marked by constantly changing circumstances and challenges.”
2014-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7275 (2014) · source
“The most vulnerable groups are often those least protected. In that context, we recognize and support all initiatives aimed at enhancing the protection of civilians by United Nations peacekeepers. The increased presence of troops from the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) in the eastern part of that country has had a deterrent effect on armed groups that target civilians. Yet presence alone may be insufficient. Peacekeepers must be ready to demonstrate their willingness to act robustly, quickly and effectively to protect civilian lives. In that regard, we welcome the emphasis by Lieutenant General Dos Santos Cruz on a robust proactive approach. MONUSCO's efforts to improve its early-warning and response mechanisms should be noted.”
2014-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7275 (2014) · source
“Lithuania welcomes this annual opportunity to hear direactly from United Nations Force Commanders about the most pressing challenges in today's peacekeeping. I thank the Force Commanders for their briefings. Let me also express our appreciation for their service, under increasingly demanding and challenging circumstances. On their sound judgement hinges the successful implementation of mandates, as well as the lives of peacekeepers and those they are tasked to protect. Let me touch upon the three topics selected for today's discussion. Fifteen years after the Security Council pledged to systematically address the protection of civilians in armed conflict, civilians continue to account for the majority of casualties in armed conflicts. A gap persists between ambitious normative frameworks and tragic realities on the ground.”
2014-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7275 (2014) · source
“Finally, we welcome the adoption of today's presidential statement (S/PRST/2014/20), and we affirm our readiness to work closely with our partners in the international coalition for the future of Iraq.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source
“At the same time, let us remember that winning against terrorist threats cannot be done without winning the hearts and minds of the Iraqi people. The new Government of Iraq must restore the trust of all Iraqis in their rich regional, ethnic and religious diversity - men and women, young and old people alike. They must be able to stand firm and fight for their security, dignity and rights on the basis of the rule of law, genuine equality, inclusiveness and justice. I am pleased to hear, as Special Representative Mladenov mentioned earlier today, about the important steps taken already by the Prime Minister in that respect, which we warmly welcome.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source
“At the same time, brainwashed fanatics and deadly adventure-seekers from far beyond Iraq's borders, duped by the extreme apocalyptic ideology of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), are joining its ranks, fighting against the nation they know little about in the name of a faith they do not know. The issue of foreign terrorist fighters demands our most resolute action. In that respect, we consider very timely the holding next week of a Heads of State meeting by the Security Council on this important matter. In conclusion, to assist Iraq in the face of an existential threat, the international community must act as one to counter the spread of terrorism and the likes of ISIL, and we appreciate their dedicated efforts in that respect.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source
“The recent international conference in Paris and the meeting in Jeddah of Gulf Cooperation Council members and regional States should act as a catalyst for long-term assistance to, and a renewed focus on, Iraq. The United Nations and the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq have stood with the people of Iraq through good and bad. Their engagement with the newly elected Government on a whole range of needs and concerns remains critical. The United Nations counter-terrorism bodies have an important role to play by assisting Iraq through demand-based capacity-building, the improvement of counter- terrorism legislation and the sharing of best practices on counter-terrorism and deradicalization. Those latter measures are particularly important in order to counter the terrorism onslaught.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source
“The strengthening of the armed and security forces, including the Kurdish Peshmerga, remains a key priority. The humanitarian crisis must also be urgently addressed. Sustained humanitarian assistance by the international community is vital for saving lives and addressing the urgent needs of a stricken population. Lithuania has contributed to humanitarian efforts through relevant European Union multilateral aid mechanisms. Today, my country's council decided on a national contribution to be executed through UNICEF, which will be transferred shortly. The international community must stand firmly with Iraq by providing the necessary economic, financial and military support.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source
“As it juggles the multiple challenges and tasks, it is essential that it should avoid the mistakes of the past that have placed Iraq's people , as well as the country's unity and territorial integrity, at grave risk. The sectarianism and divisiveness of the past must be overcome and give way to a genuine and credible process of reconciliation. Real inclusiveness and representation of various social, political, religious and ethnic groups must be guaranteed. Women, youth and civil society, all vital assets for the development and future prosperity of the country, must have an equal say in the decision-making. Strengthening good governance, accountability and the rule of law and resolving existing problems of revenue- and wealth- sharing must be tackled head on, in a fair and inclusive manner.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source
“Yezidis, Shabaks and Christians, who have been part and parcel of Iraq's unique heritage, are persecuted, forced to convert and brutally executed. Mass rapes, sexual violence and horrific abuses of women and children are routine. Destruction, displacement and death: such is the daily reality for millions of Iraqis as ISIL seeks to expand its hideous hold. It is against that horrific background of ISIL's devastating onslaught that the new Government of Iraq must tackle the multiple challenges facing the country today. The solidarity and support of the international community - for the Iraqi people have shown exemplary resilience even in the worst of times - could not be more important. We warmly welcome the formation of an inclusive Government under the leadership of Mr. Haider Al-Abadi.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source
“1 thank you, Sir, for convening this critical meeting. Let me also thank Iraq's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Al-Jaafari, for his statement, and Special Representative of the Secretary-General Nikolay Mladenov for his insightful briefing and dedicated work. A united and democratic Iraq within the internationally recognized borders, with a viable, inclusive and representative Government, where the interests of all the groups and components of the society are taken into account, is the only antidote to the murderous ideology of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), which is threatening the very existence of Iraq as we know it today. Muslims, Kurds, Turkmen: no one is safe where ISIL sets foot.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7271 (2014) · source
“Therefore, I think that any speculation on the process and on the credibility of the investigation and attempts to raise additional questions and establish additional structures, which will encumber the process, is, as our German colleague said when speaking about something else, "a slap in the face". It is damaging to the memory of the people and to the course ofjustice. And justice, I think, is what we all want in this case.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“I think we have to be very careful, honestly speaking, about how we proceed with the debate. Behind the investigation, we have real people, real names. We have those who have lost their dear ones. They want clarity, they want closure. They want justice. Obfuscations and claims that the investigation is flawed and that there has to be another investigation and that there has to be assistance hurts those people and puts them in doubt. That is not what we, as the Council, can allow. We should not add additional grief to those who already lost their dear ones.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“As I was listening to the representatives of the countries affected, what struck me basically was that every single country affected that has lost its citizens and whose people are waiting for justice and closure has expressed its full support for the Netherlands-led investigation. Not a single country has raised doubts about that investigation or claimed that its integrity is flawed. Therefore, I find it extremely surprising that countries that have very direct stakes in the investigation are satisfied with its course, while somebody who has no stake in the investigation or seemingly no stake in the investigation is spreading doubts and openly questioning the credibility and integrity of the investigation. That probably says something about their true motives, but I will not speculate on those motives.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“The ultimate responsibility for the tragic loss of nearly 300 passenger lives as well as for the massive destruction, death and displacement of the population in eastern Ukraine lies with those who, driven by the dangerous ambition to redraw the borders of modern Europe, continue to fuel that war in spite ofthe ceasefire and the various agreements achieved. The people of Ukraine, whose unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity are non-negotiable, have the right to determine their future without any foreign interference. The people of Ukraine have made their choice, and Russia's continued aggression will only reinforce that choice.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“The situation of Crimean Tartars, for whom Crimea is the only place they can call their homeland, continues to deteriorate. They are being increasingly prosecuted, their homes raided, documents seized, their leaders banned from returning home, their Mejlis impounded, offices closed down, property confiscated. While Ukraine's Government is offering amnesty to the rebels and extensive autonomy to its eastern regions, self- proclaimed leaders of the illegal armed groups insist on fighting to the end. Those are only some of the inconvenient truths that should be gleaned through the smokescreen of Russia's concerns about the investigation. An undeclared war against the sovereign State of Ukraine is at the root of the tragedy of Flight MH-17.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“While Russia is trying to cast doubt on the integrity of the investigation, the creeping invasion of Ukraine continues. Nearly 400 incidents of violation by the insurgents of the ceasefire regime have been registered since it came into effect. How could investigators return to the site? Reports of lawlessness, extrajudicial executions and systematic human rights violations in the rebel-held areas abound. Russian aid convoys come and go as they please across a sovereign country's borders. We have become so inured to such violations of Ukraine's borders, sovereignty and territorial integrity that they barely make it into the news. Russian soldiers fight against Ukraine on Ukraine's soil, while those who investigate their deaths are attacked and intimidated. Their mothers deny the truth about the circumstances of their death.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“The democratically elected Governments of the countries affected have a special responsibility to their citizens and the victims' families to establish the truth. We have full confidence in their assessment of the investigation and their determination to proceed until justice is done. The Foreign Minister of the Netherlands and the representative of Australia could not have been clearer on this matter. We reiterate our concern about the lack of access to the crash site, which is in the hands of pro-Russian insurgents. Time is running out. These illegal armed groups bear full responsibility for the successful completion of this investigation, and for providing full, unhindered, immediate access to the evidence and remains that are still in the field.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“The International Civil Aviation Organization was consulted to ensure that the investigation strictly complied with international standards and practices. As we know, the purpose of the investigation is to establish the facts, with the goal of ensuring the prevention of such accidents in future. It was not meant to assign blame or liability to any party, and it is still ongoing. We fully agree that any attempt to interfere with, influence or put pressure on the investigation are inappropriate and totally unacceptable. The international experts must be able to carry out their work free of political pressures or attempts to sway the results of the investigation. We find it incomprehensible that there should be claims of a lack of transparency or of selectivity and bias in the investigation.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“As the Prime Minister of the Netherlands said, "we owe it to the victims' next of kin to do everything in our power to achieve clarity about the circumstances of this tragedy, and to bring those responsible to justice". Resolution 2166 (2014), adopted by the Council in response to the tragedy, demands a full, thorough and independent international investigation. It also demands that those responsible for the incident be held to account. We must ensure that the resolution is fully implemented. There can be no impunity for the perpetrators of this horrific crime. Lithuania welcomes the preliminary findings of the independent investigation under the leadership of the Dutch Safety Board, with the participation of a dozen countries and agencies.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“In August, many of us on the Council had an opportunity to visit the memorial at Schiphol International Airport dedicated to the victims of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH-17. No one can forget the haunting, powerful emotions expressed of love, loss and longing for those who perished, as Under-Secretary-General Feltman said, in somebody else's war. I would like to take this opportunity to once again express my country's heartfelt condolences to the families in the Netherlands, Malaysia, Australia, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, the Philippines, New Zealand and Canada who lost their loved ones in the downing of MH-17.”
2014-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7269 (2014) · source
“Within a generation, the people of Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea have gone through conflict and tragedy, which have left multiple human scars that inevitably take time to fully recover and heal. We must all work together to ensure that the response of the international community and the United Nations system is prompt, focused and lasting enough to stop the spread of the disease and keep the hard-won gains of those nations. We commend the efforts and contributions by various countries, including those announced today. My country's decisions on our national contribution are being finalized.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7268 (2014) · source
“My delegation welcomes the strong political commitment to combating the Ebola outbreak expressed by the Heads of State of the Mano River Union - Cote d'Ivoire, Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone - at their Extraordinary Summit held in Guinea on 1 August. We also commend the commitment of the African Union, whose Peace and Security Council recently authorized its first ever humanitarian mission to the region, and the Economic Community of West African States for their efforts in combatting the further spread of this deadly disease. On its part, as our French colleague has mentioned, the European Union is working on a comprehensive response to the Ebola epidemic and has already pledged some â‚¬150 million of funding for West African countries affected by Ebola virus.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7268 (2014) · source
“As the Secretary-General has noted elsewhere, "Every day we delay, the cost and the suffering will grow exponentially." We commend the efforts of the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) on the ground, including communicating information to the Liberian public on the safety and health protocols and other measures for preventing the transmission of Ebola. Clear, accurate and effective public communication on prevention measures and well-coordinated preventive actions are of utmost priority. It warms my heart to know that there's a modest Lithuanian footprint in UNMIL, as it carries the vital work of helping a country stricken by such an unprecedented outbreak.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7268 (2014) · source
“The exponential outbreak of Ebola has struck countries, which only a short decade or so ago emerged out of devastating conflicts, threatening now to cripple their economies, instilling fear and tearing apart the fragile social fabric, reversing the gains of a peaceful development. Fear spreads like fire. We have already seen the closures of airports, which prevent the delivery of aid where it is most needed. We have seen suspected patients denied access and travelled bans imposed. The Ebola outbreak is a test of international solidarity and our readiness to respond to unconventional threats which, if unchecked, can be as devastating as any conflict, with far-reaching consequences.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7268 (2014) · source
“Margaret Chan, for her briefing today and for all the efforts the WHO is taking to address the spread of Ebola. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims and the patients, as well as with the courageous and dedicated doctors and health-care workers, such as those of Medecins Sans Frontieres, who, at a risk to their own lives, have been doing all within their power to stop the further spread of the disease and help the patients. The economic, social and security implications, as others have said, of the health crisis will fall heavily on the countries concerned.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7268 (2014) · source
“I thank the United States presidency of the Security Council for organizing this emergency debate on the unprecedented outbreak of Ebola. Lithuania aligns itself with the statement to be made on behalf of the European Union. My delegation commends the leadership of the Secretary-General and the United Nations quick and focused response to the crisis, including the plans to set up an emergency health mission to coordinate the international community's response to the Ebola outbreak. We express our full support to the senior United Nations system coordinator for Ebola, Dr. David Nabarro, and the Deputy Ebola Coordinator and Operation Crisis Manager, Anthony Banbury. We also thank the Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Ms.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7268 (2014) · source
“Afghanistan needs strong leadership and a Viable, capable Government of national unity, a solid partner for the international community, which stands ready to continue to work closely with the country to create a sustainable, peaceful and prosperous future for all Afghan people.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7267 (2014) · source
“Women's genuine and meaningful participation in peace and reconciliation, including peace jirgas and provisional councils, is an integral part of fostering durable peace and development in the country. Ensuring women's safety and dignity in the workplace is key to enabling women to join the civil service. The recruitment, training and retention of women in the Afghan national security forces must also be pursued vigorously. In conclusion, the presidential candidates' acceptance of the election results and the formation of a national unity Government are the most immediate priorities for Afghanistan today. All eyes are on the two contenders. They cannot and must not fail the expectations ofa nation that has been through so much.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7267 (2014) · source
“The new Government will have to step up actions aimed at addressing the country's economic situation, combating corruption and drug trafficking, about which other delegations have spoken, as well as implementing measures aimed at combating the financing of terrorism and money-laundering. With regard to women's rights, we note that incidents of violence against women remain underreported, especially in rural areas, for fear of social stigma, exclusion or reprisals. We encourage the Afghan Government, as our colleagues from Australia and Luxembourg have done, to continue efforts aimed at implementing the Afghan national action plan on women, peace and security, the 2013 recommendations made by the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women, and the 2009 law on elimination of violence against women.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7267 (2014) · source
“Our cooperation with and assistance to the Afghan people, including financial support to the Afghan National Security Forces, will continue as stated at the Chicago Summit, the Tokyo Conference and other meetings on Afghanistan. Lithuania will work closely with Afghanistan beyond 2014 as part of a new training mission once all the necessary agreements are in place. We are well aware of the challenges that lie ahead for Afghanistan. Further progress is needed towards peace and reconciliation, strengthening regional ties, including through the Istanbul process and bilaterally, as well as tackling the illicit economy and advancing the rule of law.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7267 (2014) · source
“We welcome the Wales Summit declaration on Afghanistan, which stresses the importance of the post-2014 Resolute Support mission contributing to the further development of professional Afghan security forces, and sends a strong signal on the necessity of continued international support for the protection of human rights, the development of the education, health and social sectors, as well as long- term political and economic cooperation. In that context, we stress the urgency of concluding the status-of-forces agreement so that future security assistance can proceed smoothly. Lithuania remains committed to supporting Afghanistan's development and democracy.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7267 (2014) · source
“We urge all parties to uphold their obligations under international humanitarian and human rights law to protect the civilian population. The perpetrators of acts of violence against the civilian population must be brought to account. We also condemn all incitement and attacks against United Nations and other international staff, aid and medical workers, as well as their assets and facilities. Putting an end to impunity for such attacks is a must. Accountability must become part and parcel of how the new Afghanistan operates. Continued international assistance will be essential in the years to come in order to sustain Afghanistan's transformation.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7267 (2014) · source
“UNAMA's outstanding work and coordination with International Security Assistance Force, European Union and Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe teams have been of critical importance to ensuring an outcome that genuinely reflects the will of the Afghan people. The attempts made by terrorist and insurgent networks to take advantage of the protracted electoral crisis and the growing levels of violence in the country are of great concern. The sharp increase in the number of civilian deaths and injuries in 2014 resulting from escalating ground engagements between anti-Government elements and the Afghan National Security Forces, terrorist acts and the use ofimprovised explosive devices, particularly in civilian-populated areas, is a worrying trend.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7267 (2014) · source
“Many chose to vote in spite of intimidation and threats to their lives. As the preliminary results of the presidential runoff audits are to be announced, we strongly urge the two contenders - Mr. Abdullah Abdullah and Mr. Ashraf Ghani - to place the interests of their people above all else and to translate their political passion for the future of Afghanistan into the formation of a national unity Government. The utmost care must be taken to avoid any acts that could derail Afghanistan's historic transformation. The leading role ofthe United Nations in responding to Afghan requests for support for the 12 July agreement is much appreciated. Audit supervision has been unprecedented in its scale, depth and scrutiny.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7267 (2014) · source
“I would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, J an Kubis, for his briefing and to express my delegation's appreciation for his leadership throughout his tenure at the helm of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). I also thank Ambassador Tanin for his statement. With the support of the international community, during the past decade Afghanistan has made significant progress in a number of areas, including the rule of law, national capacity-building, human rights, women's participation, the educational and health systems, and infrastructure development. The elections held earlier this year reaffirmed the desire of the Afghan people to assume responsibility for the future of their country. Voter turnout spoke for itself.”
2014-09-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7267 (2014) · source
“Appropriate and timely response by the Committee in addressing such violations is critical. Finally, let me reaffirm Lithuania's support for intensive diplomatic efforts by the E3+3 and Iran, under the leadership of Catherine Ashton, to achieve a comprehensive and final solution to Iran's nuclear issue and build a strong basis for mutual trust. We reiterate our hope that Iran's engagement in the E3+3 talks will translate into cooperation with the 1737 Committee.”
2014-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7265 (2014) · source
“The Islamic Republic of Iran, Member States and their nationals and entities are obliged to fully implement the relevant Security Council measures. The work of both the Committee and the Panel of Experts in verifying compliance should remain unaffected. We reiterate our appreciation for the final report of the Panel (S/2014/394, annex) and underline the importance of implementing its recommendations without any delay. We are very concerned about the pattern of conventional arms embargo violations, with persistent reports of arms transfers from Iran to Syria and elsewhere. The latest case involved the attempted transfer from Iran of containers with concealed rockets, mortars and related material on the Klos C vessel. It was another clear violation of Iran's obligations pursuant to the relevant Security Council resolutions.”
2014-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7265 (2014) · source
“We reiterate our call on Iran to demonstrate transparency, determination and political will and to engage constructively with the E3+3 in resolving all outstanding issues, including those related to the possible undisclosed military dimension of Iran's nuclear programme. We are closely following the continuing dialogue and cooperation between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency under the Framework for Cooperation. The provision of all pertinent information by the Islamic Republic of Iran and unimpeded access to various facilities are key to achieving transparency and enabling the Agency to have a clear understanding of Iran's nuclear programme. Pending a comprehensive agreement, however, all Security Council sanctions imposed on Iran remain in effect.”
2014-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7265 (2014) · source