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Musayev

lines on the record: 391
first: 2009-01-14
most recent: 2023-10-20
sittings or episodes: 61
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“Azerbaijan strongly supports enhanced individual and collective counter-terrorism measures, including in particular those aimed at degrading and ultimately defeating terrorist organizations, their affiliates and networks. We recognize that significant efforts have been made by the United Nations and other international, regional and subregional organizations to promote cooperation and coordination and to strengthen the capacities of Member States in combating international terrorism and organized crime. It is important that those efforts continue and expand. Although terrorism and organized crime have different motivations and legal regimes, there is a need for the further comprehensive examination of evolving linkages between them.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“It is important that, where terrorists or organized criminal groups are engaged in unlawful commercial activities, including in conflict zones and occupied territories, corporate liability and the individual criminal responsibility function in tandem to ensure the prosecution of corporations or their representatives for violations of international law. In that connection, in addition to measures that States are entitled to take at the national level to assert criminal jurisdiction over crimes perpetrated by their nationals overseas, international cooperation in criminal matters, with mutual legal assistance as one component, is the key to combating impunity for acts of terrorism and related offences.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“Areas of armed conflict, especially territories under foreign military occupation, often create opportunities for terrorists, organized criminal groups and networks to benefit from the exploitation of natural resources, illicit drug trafficking, trafficking in cultural property, money-laundering and other crimes. The strict compliance of all States with their international obligations, including the relevant resolutions adopted by the Security Council, is critical to ensuring, inter alia, that their respective territories are not used for terrorist and related criminal activities, in particular for the financing of and providing, directly or indirectly, any support to such activities under any pretext or disguise.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“The sensitive geographic location of Azerbaijan and unresolved armed conflicts in the region increase transborder threats, such as international terrorism and related criminal activities. Since the end ofthe 1980s, as a mean of realizing groundless and unlawful territorial claims and as a method of warfare, externally directed terrorist attacks have been repeatedly perpetrated against my country, claiming the lives of thousands of its citizens. While recognizing the significance of addressing all conditions conducive to the spread of terrorism, it is critical to intensify conflict resolution efforts in various parts of the world.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank the Government of Peru for convening this open debate to discuss linkages between international terrorism and organized crime and for submitting the concept note (S/2019/537, annex) on the topic. Terrorism and related criminal activities continue to represent a serious threat to international peace and security, the enjoyment ofhuman rights and fundamental freedoms and the political independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and the social and economic development of all Member States. Those activities are unjustifiable regardless of their motivation, constitute serious crimes and must be condemned and prosecuted. Instances of shielding and glorification of terrorists must not be tolerated.”
2019-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8569 (2019) · source
“Moreover, Armenia is taking purposeful measures to consolidate the results of the use of force and prevent displaced Azerbaijanis from returning to their homes and properties. Azerbaijan will spare no effort to end the unlawful occupation of the Nagorno Karabakh region of Azerbaijan and other occupied territories, achieve a political settlement of the conflict based on international law, and ensure peace and justice in the region. In conclusion, we believe it is essential to ensure that the Security Council consistently maintains its focus on the protection of civilians and systematically reiterates its demand that all parties to armed conflicts comply fully with their obligations under international law.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“As of 1 April, 3,875 citizens of Azerbaijan were registered as missing in connection with the war. They include 710 civilians, including 67 children, 265 women and 326 elderly people. Armenia refuses to cooperate in establishing these missing persons' fate, in clear violation of international humanitarian law. The impunity still enjoyed by the perpetrators of these crimes, who include some holding political and military posts at the highest level in Armenia, not only prevents progress from being made in achieving peace and reconciliation, it also aggravates the situation on the ground. Direct and deliberate attacks by Armenian armed forces on civilian targets in Azerbaijan situated along or behind the front lines have continued with varying frequency and intensity.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“It concerns the serious violations of international humanitarian law committed in the course ofArmenia's aggression against Azerbaijan and its resulting military occupation of my country's territories, including, among other things, deliberate attacks on civilian objects, killings of civilians, the taking and holding of hostages, mistreatment and summary executions of prisoners of war and hostages, sexual violence, extensive destruction of inhabited areas and public and private property, and pillaging and forced displacement. The scorched-earth policy implemented by the Armenian armed forces involved the ethnic cleansing of all Azerbaijanis in the seized territories, as a result of which my country has one of the largest displaced populations in the world.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“The importance of ensuring accountability for violations is fundamental to enhancing respect for international law. Where national action is inadequate, the international community and the Security Council should play a more proactive role in taking concerted action. It is critical to ensure that peace and mediation efforts do not encourage, accept or tolerate under any pretext situations that have been achieved by the unlawful use of force or other egregious violations of general international law, such as war crimes, crimes against humanity, ethnic cleansing and genocide. The issue we are discussing today is crucial for the Security Council, the entire international community and my country in particular.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“Azerbaijan supports the increased focus on the problem of internal displacement as a result of armed conflict. A lack of agreement on political issues does not and cannot provide any justification for interfering with the rights of displaced persons and for discriminatory policies and practices aimed at preventing their return and changing demographics along ethnic and religious lines. A pressing issue that requires urgent action is that of civilians, including women and children, who have been taken hostage or reported missing as a result of armed conflict. Azerbaijan is continuing its efforts to raise awareness of the problem at the international level, including through the relevant resolutions of the General Assembly and the Commission on the Status of Women, of which my country is a main sponsor.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank the Government of Poland for convening this important open debate on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Azerbaijan fully supports the Secretary-General's determination to genuinely contribute to preventing wars and sustaining peace, as well as his efforts to conduct the reform process with a view to responding early and effectively to conflicts and crises. The increasing brutality and changing nature of conflicts, as well as the vulnerability of civilians in wartime, require redoubled protection efforts worldwide. Those efforts must be free of selectivity and must address all situations of armed conflict without distinction, including those of a protracted nature and with prolonged impact on civilians in particular.”
2018-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8264 (2018) · source
“At a time of increased brutality of armed conflicts, challenges to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of States, the highest level of forced displacement and growing terrorist and separatist threats, more concerted actions and synergy are required at all levels to safeguard international peace and security. We look forward to the full implementation of presidential note 507 and a continued improvement in the working methods and regular practices of the Security Council.”
2018-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8175 (2018) · source
“The fact that the unlawful use of force against sovereign States and the resulting military occupation of their territories continue notwithstanding Security Council resolutions, including those referring to regional arrangements, does not mean that such a state of affairs can constitute an accepted practice of the Council's working methods. The objective of maintaining international peace and security is hardly achievable if the universally recognized fundamental values, norms and principles are overtly disregarded, misinterpreted or conditioned by aggressors to whitewash their illegal actions.”
2018-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8175 (2018) · source
“We note the progress achieved so far in making the Council a more collaborative and inclusive organ and would welcome further deliberations and contributions to that end. Secondly, the broader United Nations membership should be given more opportunities to be heard. We take positive note of some developments in that respect and look forward to additional efforts to enhance the transparency of the Security Council and its interaction with the wider membership. Thirdly, needless to say, the effectiveness and accountable functioning of the Security Council require, first and foremost, the implementation of its decisions.”
2018-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8175 (2018) · source
“We welcome the adoption by the Security Council, on 30 August 2017, of presidential note S/2017/507, which incorporates and further develops the Council's previous documents concerning its working methods. However, there is a need for more efforts in that direction, including through the Informal Working Group and annual open debates on working methods. I would like to focus briefly on three points. First, it is clear that unity among the permanent members is an absolute necessity for reaching agreements. At the same time, it is important to always remember that both permanent and elected members of the Security Council bear a collective responsibility for international peace and security.”
2018-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8175 (2018) · source
“As an elected member of the Security Council, Azerbaijan actively participated in discussions within the Working Group and, during its presidency of the Council, held an open debate on the Council's working methods in October 2013 (see S/PV.7052). The Security Council's working methods continue to raise great interest among the broader membership. Such an interest arises from the threats and challenges facing the world nowadays and the functions of the Security Council, which acts on behalf of Member States and on which Member States conferred the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, as provided for by the Charter of the United Nations. Today's open debate is yet another illustration of the high level of attention given to the topic.”
2018-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8175 (2018) · source
“At the outset, I would like to commend your delegation, Mr. President, for holding this important open debate and for submitting a concept note (S/2018/66, annex) on the topic. I also thank Mr. Ian Martin for his insightful briefing. We congratulate the State of Kuwait on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February and the chairmanship of the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Questions. I would also like to praise the contributions made by the former Chairs of the Working Group. We acknowledge the role that the Group is playing by advancing ways to further enhance the transparency, accountability and overall efficiency of the Council's work.”
2018-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8175 (2018) · source
“Azerbaijan's consistent position with regard to the topic under consideration is well known and derives from its practical experience of facing continued armed aggression, foreign military occupation and ethnic cleansing and from its keen interest in contributing to the achievement of sustainable peace in our region and worldwide. In conclusion, I would like to reiterate that, in order to better address today's complex contemporary threats to international peace and security and ensure the effectiveness of commonly agreed strategies to that end, we should, first and foremost, uphold fundamental principles and adhere to the uniform application of international law.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“The fact that illegal situations continue because of political circumstances does not mean that they are thereby rendered legal or can go on forever. Serious breaches should give rise to special consequences, which include, inter alia, duties of States to cooperate in order to bring to an end a serious breach by lawful means, not to recognize as lawful a situation created by such a breach, nor render aid or assistance in maintaining that situation. Furthermore, apart from preventive diplomacy efforts and the expeditious peaceful settlement of disputes and conflicts, the most effective deterrent is, undoubtedly, ensuring a speedy end to impunity.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“It is intolerable that armed aggression against sovereign States, the resulting military occupation of their territories and deliberate actions aimed at changing their demographic composition and cultural character of the seized areas along racial, ethnic or religious lines continue, notwithstanding the Security Council resolutions. It is obvious that no peace settlement can be reached that is inconsistent with international law. It is important that conflict prevention efforts and conflict settlement frameworks and mechanisms not be used as a tool for entrenching the situations achieved as a result of the unlawful use of force, war crimes, crimes against humanity, acts of genocide and ethnic cleansing.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“Peace and good-neighbourly relations, based on full respect for the aforementioned principles, are necessary prerequisites for economic cooperation. In the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Heads of State and Government and High Representatives stated, in particular, that there could be no sustainable development without peace and no peace without sustainable development. Special attention should be given to the implementation of resolutions adopted by the principal organs of the United Nations, in particular those relating to the peaceful settlement of disputes, conflict prevention and resolution. Needless to say, the lack of proper attention of the Security Council to the apparent disregard ofits resolutions containing binding demands cannot constitute an accepted practice of the Council's working methods.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“We welcome the adoption by the General Assembly earlier today of resolution 72/199, on restructuring of the United Nations peace and security architecture, as an important step forward in further strengthening the role, capacity, effectiveness and efficiency of the Organization. First and foremost, all States must strictly comply with their international obligations, particularly those relating to respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of States and inviolability of their international borders. Those fundamental principles are constituents of the common rule-based international order; they are universally binding and apply to all situations and conflicts, whatever their distinct root causes and nature.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“2) The objective of ensuring a peaceful, just and prosperous world is hardly achievable if the universally recognized fundamental values, norms and principles are overtly disregarded or misinterpreted, conditioned and implemented with reservations in order to whitewash aggressions and other illegal actions. At a time of increased brutality of armed conflicts, with the highest level of forced displacement, growing terrorist and separatist threats, attempts to inculcate enmity and hatred and instigate wars, more concerted actions and synergy are required at all levels to end the conflicts of today and direct greater attention to preventing the conflicts of tomorrow. Azerbaijan fully supports the Secretary-General's determination to genuinely contribute to preventing wars and sustaining peace and his efforts to conduct the reform process.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“At the outset, I would like to commend the delegation of Japan for holding this important open debate and for submitting a concept note (S/2017/1016) on the topic. We are also grateful to the Secretary-General for his statement. The concept note raises a fundamental question as to how the Security Council can better address today's complex contemporary threats to international peace and security in a holistic and comprehensive manner. As the Secretary-General points out in his most recent annual report on the work of the Organization: "The United Nations was established to prevent war and human suffering by binding us together through a common rule-based international order. Today that order is laden with contradictory trends, and a clear assessment must be made ifwe are going to address these challenges effectively."(A/72/I, para.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“It is therefore important that in such situations peacekeepers create the necessary conditions for, and serve as the guarantors of, the full, safe and dignified return of refugees and internally displaced persons to their homes and properties. As a country suffering from the scourge of war and being situated in proximity to other conflicts, Azerbaijan will continue its efforts towards establishing lasting peace and stability in the region of South Caucasus and beyond, on the basis of the generally accepted norms and principles of international law and the relevant Security Council and General Assembly resolutions. In conclusion, I would like once again to commend Egypt for its timely initiative of convening this open debate.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“Peacekeeping must not be used to sustain the status quo created as a result of a violation of those fundamental norms and principles of international law. Nor can it be used to consolidate unlawful situations extant at the moment when hostilities were suspended. That understanding must be ensured throughout the whole cycle of peacekeeping operations. Particular attention should be paid to the issues of international humanitarian law and human rights law. The protection of civilians must remain a priority. In some situations of armed conflict, the restoration of the demographic composition of the population affected as a result of large-scale ethnic expulsion is a prerequisite for the legitimacy and sustainability of peace.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“Peacekeeping is a partnership, and its success depends on the continued cooperation, goodwill and commitment of Member States to strengthen the Organization and improve its efficiency so that it can better deliver on the universally shared principles and ideals and respond to the needs of those affected by armed conflicts. International law requires not just an outcome in preventing or resolving conflicts, but that such an outcome be accompanied by a process that is consistent with particular norms. It is critical that the mandate of any peacekeeping operation explicitly uphold the principles of political independence, sovereign equality, territorial integrity and non-intervention in matters that are essentially within the domesticjurisdiction of States.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“I would like to focus on some of them. First, the mandates of peacekeeping operations must be clear, realistic and achievable, and must be tailored and constantly adapted to the realities on the ground. Secondly, the principles of the consent of the parties, impartiality and the non-use of force except in self-defence and defence of the mandate must be observed at all times. Further efforts are needed towards overcoming uncertainties about the legal basis for the use of force in peacekeeping. Thirdly, the Governments of countries emerging from conflict bear primary responsibility for identifying their needs and implementing post-conflict development agendas. Therefore, multidimensional peacekeeping operations should support the efforts of host countries to that end.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“That interconnection was explicitly acknowledged by the Security Council in resolution 2086 (2013), as well as in the 2030 Agenda and, most recently, in the resolutions on the review of the peacebuilding architecture. By preventing the recurrence of violence, supporting and enabling critical tasks in certain areas and assisting host countries in developing their post- conflict reconstruction strategies, multidimensional peacekeeping operations establish necessary foundations for successful peacebuilding processes. The effectiveness of peacekeeping, its role in the prevention, management and resolution of conflicts and its contribution to an orderly transition to reconstruction and development in an inclusive manner require further reinforcement of the centrality of underlying elements that form the basis of peacekeeping.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this important open debate and for submitting a concept note (S/2017/692, annex) on the topic under discussion. Azerbaijan associates itself with the statement delivered earlier today on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries. I would like to make some remarks in our national capacity. Peacekeeping is a unique mechanism and an indispensable tool for our collective actions to maintain international peace and security. Despite shortcomings, it is evident that peacekeeping and peacekeepers have delivered results, contributed to reducing tensions and ensured that peacebuilding processes in different parts of the world moved forward. Coherence among peacemaking, peacekeeping, peacebuilding and development is important.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to reiterate that in order to ensure the effectiveness of strategies that have been collectively agreed on, we should first and foremost uphold fundamental principles and adhere to the uniform application of international law. Azerbaijan will continue to contribute to international efforts to counter the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and to support the work of the 1540 Committee.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“When discussing efforts to prevent non-State actors from acquiring, developing, manufacturing, trafficking or using WMDs, therefore, attention should also be given to countering the policies and practices of States that instigate, support and direct such actors. At a time when challenges to international peace and security continue unabated, more concerted action and synergy are required at all levels. By striving to implement resolution 1540 (2004) fully and effectively, Member States can contribute significantly to global non-proliferation efforts. Beyond that, there is still an acute need for international assistance to help individual Member States implement their obligations under the resolution, as well as for sustained support to cooperation and capacity-building.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“Its relevant State agencies are constantly working to enhance their counter-proliferation capacities and physical protection measures and to improve inter-agency coordination and cooperation. Areas where there is armed conflict, and especially those under foreign military occupation, often create conditions conducive to exploitation by terrorists, separatists and other criminal groups and increase the risk ofillicit cross-border activities. It is critical to ensure that all States comply strictly with their international obligations, particularly those relating to respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of States and the inviolability of their international borders. However, that can hardly be achieved if those obligations are misinterpreted, made conditional or implemented with reservations, if not ignored altogether.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“Countering that menace is a priority area for our bilateral relations and international cooperation. Azerbaijan has always been a staunch supporter of the quest for a world free from weapons of mass destruction, including through the universalization of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and the establishment of WMD-free zones. Trans-border threats such as international terrorism and the proliferation of WMDs demand that States pay special attention to the security of their borders. Both at the national level and through close cooperation with neighbouring countries and international partners within its bilateral security programmes, as well as with international organizations, Azerbaijan is doing its utmost to maintain comprehensive national border controls and management, along with export control systems.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“The work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) is still vitally important. Azerbaijan greatly appreciates its activities, particularly its close interaction with Member States and increased cooperation with relevant international, regional and subregional organizations. As the 2016 comprehensive review of the status of the resolution's implementation noted, the rate of progress shows that achieving its full implementation is a long-term task that will require continued effort at the national, regional and international levels. In its resolution 2325 (2016), the Security Council re-emphasized the importance of ensuring that all States implement resolution 1540 (2004) fully and effectively. Azerbaijan has consistently contributed to global efforts to promote peace and security, including in non-proliferation.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank the Bolivian delegation, Mr. President, for convening today's important meeting to exchange views on global efforts to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction through non-State actors, as well as for the concept note on the topic. The proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) and their means of delivery continues to pose a serious threat to international peace and security. Azerbaijan shares the international community's concern about the growing dangers and risks of that threat, and our strategic documents on national security and defence cite the proliferation of WMDs as a key security challenge. For many parts of the world, including the South Caucasus, the direct relevance ofresolution 1540 (2004) is obvious.”
2017-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7985Reprise1 (2017) · source
“Moreover, despite the formal ceasefire, deliberate attacks against Azerbaijani civilians and civilian objects have become more frequent and more violent in recent times. Azerbaijan will spare no effort towards ending the unlawful occupation of its territories, achieving the political settlement of the conflict and ensuring peace and justice in the region. In conclusion, we believe that it is essential that the Security Council consistently maintain its focus on the protection of civilians and systematically reiterate its demand that all parties to armed conflict comply fully with their obligations under international law. The meeting rose at 5.25 pm.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“Such violations include, inter alia, deliberate attacks against hospitals, schools, places of worship and other civilian objects, the killing of civilians, the taking and holding of hostages, the mistreatment and summary execution of prisoners of war and hostages, sexual violence, the extensive destruction of inhabited areas and public and private property, pillaging and forced displacement. The impunity still enjoyed by the perpetrators of the crimes committed in the course of the Armenian aggression not only impedes progress in achieving long-awaited peace and reconciliation between the two countries, but also aggravates the already difficult situation in the peace process.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“My country's familiarity with the suffering of civilians in armed conflict is not based on hearsay. The continuing aggression of Armenia against my country has led to the temporary occupation of a significant part of Azerbaijan's territory, including the Nagorno Karabakh region, the seven adjacent districts and some exclaves. The war has claimed the lives of tens of thousands of people and ruined cities and livelihoods in my country. Serious violations of international humanitarian law amounting to war crimes, crimes against humanity and acts of genocide were committed by the Armenian side in the course of the aggression.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“It is important that peace efforts never encourage, accept or tolerate situations achieved through the unlawful use of force and other egregious violations of international law, such as war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide and ethnic cleansing. Special attention must be given to the protection of civilians forced to leave their homes as a result of armed conflict. Azerbaijan supports continuing efforts to raise awareness of the problem of internal displacement and the right of return at the national and international levels. In that regard, we welcome the call of the Secretary-General on Member States to intensify efforts to tackle the root causes of forced displacement by preventing and resolving conflicts and strengthening respect for international law, including in protracted conflict.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“Such measures must be free of selectivity and politically motivated approaches, however difficult or even unrealistic that may seem. Impunity for the most serious crimes of concern to the international community contributes to instability and prevents the development of lasting solutions and the achievement of sustainable peace. When national authorities fail to take the necessary steps to ensure accountability, the international community, particularly the Security Council, should play a more proactive role so as to ensure an appropriate response, including through support for national prosecutions, the establishment of ad hoc tribunals, hybrid mechanisms, international commissions of inquiry and fact-finding missions.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“Efforts to prevent and resolve conflict and strengthen respect for international law have acquired importance today. As a matter of priority, special attention should be given to the implementation of resolutions adopted by the principal organs of the United Nations, in particular those relating to the peaceful settlement of disputes and conflict prevention and resolution. Furthermore, the increasing brutality of armed conflicts and the changing nature of warfare have given rise to the need for greater measures for protection, including with regard to the humanitarian and medical mission. A critical element in that context is accountability for enhancing compliance with international humanitarian law and human rights law. Resolute and targeted measures are required to that end.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“First of all, I would like to commend your delegation, Sir, for taking the initiative of convening this open debate on the protection of civilians and medical care in armed conflict, and for submitting a concept note (S/2017/365, annex) on the topic. We also take note of the report of the Secretary- General (S/2017/414) on the protection of civilians in armed conflict and its recommendations. Despite the important preventive and protection efforts that have been undertaken at the national and international levels, numerous challenges remain and civilians continue to suffer in situations of armed conflict. Azerbaijan strongly condemns all attacks against civilians, including attacks against the wounded and sick, medical and humanitarian personnel, hospitals, other medical facilities and humanitarian convoys.”
2017-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7951 (2017) · source
“It is also essential to emphasize the role of the relevant humanitarian mandates within the United Nations system in addressing situations of armed conflict and the important of international law- enforcement cooperation, including with respect to the investigation and prosecution of trafficking cases.”
2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source
“Azerbaijan continues its consistent efforts in that regard, including through the relevant biennial resolutions of the General Assembly and the Commission on the Status of Women, of which my country is a main sponsor. The best deterrent is undoubtedly ensuring a speedy end to impunity for conflict-related violations and abuses of human rights through all available means. When national authorities fail to investigate, prosecute and convict the perpetrators, the international community should play a more proactive role. It is important that the Security Council, Member States, regional organizations, mediators and envoys in mediation, peace and preventive diplomacy processes ensure that peace and justice work together effectively.”
2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source
“Particular consideration must also be given to armed conflicts that are aggravated by foreign military occupation and external political, military, financial and other support to separatist regimes established in occupied territories and organized criminal networks operating in such areas. Efforts to bring unlawful situations to an end and to disrupt and dismantle the networks involved must be a priority. Among the issues requiring attention in the context of human trafficking, forced labour, modern slavery, organ removal and other similar practices is that of civilians, including women and children, taken hostage or reported missing in connection with armed conflict.”
2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source
“The international legal framework for combatting human trafficking is based on the rules operating within the relevant branches of international law that ensure protection in all situations, including armed conflict. Success in fighting criminal activities during conflicts, including human trafficking and similar practices, requires first and foremost a strong commitment to binding obligations and standards. It is critically important to ensure the full and effective implementation of the relevant resolutions of the Security Council, in particular those relating to conflict prevention and resolution. We note with concern the nexus between trafficking in persons, terrorism and transnational organized crime.”
2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank the presidency for convening this open ministerial debate and for submitting a concept note on the topic (S/2017/l98, annex). We are also grateful to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the other briefers for their statements. The exploitation of people through trafficking, including forced labour, slavery and recruitment by armed groups, is a serious abuse ofhuman rights, while certain acts associated with trafficking persons in the context of armed conflict may amount to war crimes. Azerbaijan strongly condemns all acts of trafficking in persons and is combatting such acts and other similar practices. We share the concern over the scale and number of challenges, which have recently deteriorated due to increased violence, terrorist activities and humanitarian crises.”
2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source
“And that's what happened." In response to the journalist's question as to whether things could have happened differently, and whether he had any regrets about the deaths ofthousands ofpeople, the Armenian Head of State answered quite clearly that he had "absolutely no regrets, since such upheavals are necessary even ifthousands have to die." I think that there is no need for any further comment in that regard. The stance of Armenia is an open challenge to the conflict settlement process and a serious threat to international and regional peace and security. The earlier the officials of that country realize the lack of any prospect of the unconstructive and dangerous political agenda, the sooner our peoples will be able to benefit from peace, stability and cooperation.”
2017-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7886 (2017) · source
“Committing war crimes and crimes against humanity, sponsoring international terrorism, adhering to a dubious ethno-religious ideology and making territorial claims against its neighbours have become a sort of norm in the conduct of that Member State. I would like to cite Armenia's current President, Mr. Serzh Sargsyan, by referring to his words in a famous interview that he gave in 2000 to a British journalist, Thomas de Waal, with regard to the tragic genocide that occurred in the Azerbaijani town of Khojaly. In that interview, Mr. Sargsyan said, "Before Khojaly, the Azerbaijanis thought that the Armenians were people who could not raise their hand against the civilian population. We needed to put a stop to all that.”
2017-02-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7886 (2017) · source