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1. “At the same time, as we have been informed by the President of the Tribunal, the ICTR continues to face serious difficulties in relocating individuals who were either acquitted or released after completion of their sentences and who still remain in safe houses in Arusha under the Tribunal's protection. We take note of the Tribunal's efforts in that regard and look forward to that issue being resolved as soon as possible. Consistent with resolution 1966 (2010) and its mandate, the Residual Mechanism has now commenced its work in both Arusha and The Hague. We commend the Mechanism for its efforts to maintain and build upon the achievements of the Tribunals and for its commitment to staying focused on its mandate and running as a small and efficient organization.”

   2013-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7073 (2013) · source

2. “With regard to the loss of the highly experienced staff members, we commend the measures taken by the Tribunal, including those aimed at improving job security, conditions of work and providing a range of training and career development opportunities. The recent election by the General Assembly of Mr. Koffi Afande (see A/68/PV.53) and the appointment by the Secretary-General of Mr. Mandiaye Niang as Permanent Judge of the ICTR will definitely aid efforts to complete remaining work expeditiously. The ICTR has completed its work with respect to substantive cases at the trial level for all 93 accused indicted by the Tribunal, leaving only the appeals cases to be completed. It is anticipated that all but one of the remaining appeals will be completed in 2013 and 2014.”

   2013-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7073 (2013) · source

3. “We welcome the efforts and commitment of both Tribunals towards completing the outstanding proceedings within the established time frame and the progress made in the transition of the Tribunals' functions to the Residual Mechanism. We note that the ICTY has concluded proceedings against 136 out of 161 indicted individuals and that four individuals are on trial and 21 others are in appeals proceedings. However, the trials and appeals continue to be affected by a number of factors. We take note ofthe clarifications provided in that regard by the President of the ICTY in his written report and in today's briefing given to the Council.”

   2013-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7073 (2013) · source

4. “At the outset, I would like to thank the Presidents and Prosecutors of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) for their reports (see S/20l3/463 and S/2013/460, respectively) and comprehensive briefings. I would also like to commend the work of the Informal Working Group on International Tribunals, under the highly professional leadership of Ambassador Rosenthal of Guatemala and his entire team, and of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs in assisting the Tribunals and the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals in their activities.”

   2013-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7073 (2013) · source

5. “It is also important to continue to work together to ensure that counter-terrorism measures by Member States comply with their obligations under international human rights law. Since this is the last public meeting of the Council this month, I would also like to express our appreciation to you, Mr. President, and to your delegation for your excellent leadership of the Council's work in November. We also wish the delegation of France a successful presidency in December.”

   2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source

6. “Areas ofarmed conflict, especially territories under foreign military occupation, often create conditions conducive to exploitation by terrorists, separatists and other non-State actors. The accumulation of great quantities of armaments and munitions in places beyond the reach of international control and the risk of the spread of weapons of mass destruction and related materials to non-State actors pose a serious threat to international peace and security. That requires the diligent implementation by all States of their respective commitments and stronger cooperation among them in order to effectively address such challenges. Last but not least, the war on terrorism cannot and must not be used to target any religion or culture. That principle must be part of any counter-terrorism strategy.”

   2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source

7. “We commend the Committee for its efforts to ensure the relevance and effectiveness of the sanctions regime and to operationalize the procedural enhancements of resolution 2083 (2012). We reiterate the importance of the Office of the Ombudsperson as an essential element of fairness in the application of the sanctions regime. Azerbaijan greatly appreciates the activities of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), in particular its close interaction with Member States. We welcome steady progress in the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004) during the reporting period. We take positive note of a number of important events held in various countries, which provided opportunities for enhancing the awareness of the resolution globally and facilitating capacity- building assistance to States.”

   2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source

8. “We commend the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED) for its close interaction with Member States, its capacity-building activities and its cooperation with regional and subregional organizations, which continue to contribute to the effectiveness ofboth the Committee's work and the full implementation of counter-terrorism commitments. The statement just made by the Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999) and 1989 (2011) concerning Al-Qaida and associated individuals and entities clearly outlined the evolving threat to international peace and security posed by Al-Qaida and its affiliates. Over the past six months, the Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee has remained actively engaged on the situations in Mali, the Sahel, the Maghreb and the Middle East.”

   2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source

9. “We note the introduction of new assessment tools, namely, the overview for implementation assessment and the detailed implementation survey, which were developed to assist the Committee in continuing its constructive dialogue with Member States. The special meetings and events organized by the Committee have also made an important contribution to raising awareness on counter-terrorism issues, encouraging discussions on new terrorist threats and challenges, and revealing shortcomings in the fight against terrorism.”

   2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source

10. “Nevertheless, more should be done to prevent and combat that scourge. The full and faithful implementation of international legal obligations by all States is critical. The role and work of the Security Council Committees with counter- terrorism mandates in the prevention and response to terrorist threats remain vitally important. Azerbaijan strongly supports close cooperation and effective coordination among the Committees and their Groups of Experts. We take positive note of the efforts undertaken by the Committees to that end during the reporting period. The Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) continued to play a critical role in promoting and facilitating the implementation of the relevant resolutions of the Security Council.”

    2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source

11. “I would like to begin by thanking Ambassadors Gary Quinlan, Mohammed Loulichki and Oh Joon for their briefings and updates on actions taken over the past six months. We are grateful for their efforts and leadership of the Security Council Committees with counter-terrorism mandates. Terrorism is a serious threat to international peace and security and to the political independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and social and economic development of all States. The international community has achieved remarkable progress in countering terrorism. Significant efforts have been undertaken by the United Nations and other international, regional and subregional organizations to promote cooperation and coordination and to enhance the capacities of Member States to tackle terrorism.”

    2013-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7071 (2013) · source

12. “The adoption of Libya's new transitional justice law and the establishment of the fact-finding and reconciliation commission are essential steps in that regard. We also take positive note of the Libyan Government's efforts to improve the conditions and treatment of detainees and its commitment to securing the handover of detainees to effective State control and to ensuring the proper functioning of the criminal justice system. In conclusion, we encourage the international community to continue providing the necessary support to the efforts of the Libyan Government towards ending impunity for the most serious crimes committed during the conflict and advancing its development and security agenda.”

    2013-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7059 (2013) · source

13. “Thus, by employing available legal proofs and acting in compliance with the process set out in the Rome Statute, the Government challenged the admissibility of the SaifAl-[slam Al-Qadhafi and Abdullah Al-Senussi cases. In its decision issued on 11 October, the Pre-Trial Chamber found the latter case inadmissible before the ICC, stressing that Libya is willing and genuinely able to carry out its proceedings in relation to that case. We also note the Government's further submission, filed on 23 September, regarding the case against Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi and its readiness to share the supporting evidence with the ICC in accordance with Libya's national legislation. We commend the recent efforts towards setting up mechanisms to address allegations of other crimes that reportedly took place during the armed conflict.”

    2013-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7059 (2013) · source

14. “We welcome the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Government of Libya and the Office of the Prosecutor on burden- sharing in further investigations and prosecutions. As the report notes, the signing of the memorandum of understanding is a positive commitment on the part of the Government of Libya to providing justice to victims and to cooperating with the ICC in the investigation and prosecution of additional cases against those responsible for the most serious crimes in Libya. The Libyan authorities continue to demonstrate their commitment to ensuring an effective and genuine investigation and fair trials, consistent with the required international standards.”

    2013-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7059 (2013) · source

15. “At the outset, I would like to thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), for her briefing and for presenting her sixth report to the Security Council, pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011). The contribution of the International Criminal Court to fighting impunity is evident, and the Court's activity to that end should be further supported. Azerbaijan welcomes the commitment of the Government of Libya to restoring the rule of law in the country and ensuring accountability for the crimes committed in the course of the conflict. We also acknowledge the existence of serious challenges and threats facing the country and undermining the progress made so far. We commend the Libyan Government for its cooperation with and assistance to the Court and the Office of the Prosecutor.”

    2013-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7059 (2013) · source

16. “They constitute essential food for thought and undoubtedly deserve careful consideration with a view to enhancing the transparency, effectiveness and interactivity of the Security Council. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 5pm.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052Resumption1 (2013) · source

17. “Another important issue that requires additional efforts is the need for the Council's review of the implementation of its own decisions. It is unacceptable when resolutions of the Security Council that contain imperative demands for concrete action are deliberately ignored, or interpreted in a way to avoid their implementation. Needless to say, the silence of the Security Council concerning the apparent disregard of its resolutions on issues pertaining to international and regional peace and security, and attempts to question their validity, are dangerous and cannot constitute an accepted practice of the Council's working methods. In conclusion, I would like to thank all Member States for their active participation in today's debate and for their valuable ideas and recommendations.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052Resumption1 (2013) · source

18. “A significant number of proposals were submitted and discussed in previous years, in the course of both open debates and deliberations within the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Prodecural Questions. Those discussions illustrate the remaining obstacles and the need for more efforts towards addressing existing differences. We hope that the Council will initiate a process of genuine reforms of the Security Council to meet the expectations of the international community. It should be noted that the reluctance - and sometimes even unwillingness - to change stereotypes by preserving existing practices complicates the process of reaching agreement on matters of importance to the United Nations membership.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052Resumption1 (2013) · source

19. “At the same time, the quality of such public meetings depends mostly on the Council's readiness to take into consideration the views and contributions of non-Council Member States, including through a reflection of their proposals and inputs in the outcomee of public meetings. The holding of annual open debates on the topic under consideration is a good opportunity to further encourage the Council's efforts towards improving its working methods, reviewing the implementation of note 507 and subsequent documents adopted by the Council and identifying positive trends and practices by proposing new ideas on enhancing transparency and the efficiency of the Council.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052Resumption1 (2013) · source

20. “The Council has also discussed ways and means to enhance its interactivity with non-Council Member States and to promote its responsiveness to their inputs and contributions, as well as to improve Security Council communication with the Peacebuilding Commission, troop- and police-contributing countries and relevant regional and subregional organizations. Despite a slight decrease in the number of public meetings of the Council in comparision with the same period last year, the trend of holding more public meetings, including in the form of briefings and debates, is encouraging.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052Resumption1 (2013) · source

21. “Almost one year has passed since the Council's last open debate (see S/PV.6870), which raised a number of important issues that required more effort and resolute steps towards a solution. Meanwhile, the Council has continued to further implement the presidential note contained in document S/2010/507 and has agreed on several measures to enhance its efficiency and transparency - in addition to its existing interaction and dialogue with non-Council members and other bodies, as reproduced in the two notes by the President adopted earlier this year. More attention has been paid to achieving broader participation by Council members in the decision-making process by providing opportunities to hear the views of the broader membership on the working methods of the Council.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052Resumption1 (2013) · source

22. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Azerbaijan. We commend the permanent representative of Argentina, Ambassador Maria Cristina Perceval for her dedicated efforts as Chair of the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Questions. We also commend former Chairs of the Working Group for their valuable contributions. We acknowledge the role that the Working Group is playing to advance ways to further enhance the transparency, accountability and overall efficiency of the Council's work. The Security Council's working methods continue to raise great interest among the broader membership. Today's open debate is yet another illustration of the priority attention given by Member States to that topic.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052Resumption1 (2013) · source

23. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of the Sudan to participate in this meeting. I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than four minutes, in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. Delegations with lengthy statements are kindly requested to circulate their texts in writing and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber. I now give the floor to the representative of Ukraine.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052Resumption1 (2013) · source

24. “There are still a number of speakers remaining on the list for this meeting. Given the lateness of the hour, I intend, with the concurrence of the members of the Council, to suspend the meeting until 3 pm. The meeting was suspended at 1.10 pm.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052 (2013) · source

25. “I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than four minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. Delegations with lengthy statements are kindly requested to circulate their texts in writing and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber. I now give the floor to the representative of Switzerland.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052 (2013) · source

26. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, Egypt, Estonia, Germany, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, the Islamic Republic ofIran, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Maldives, Mexico, New Zealand, Nigeria, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine and Uruguay to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2013/6l3, which contains a letter dated 16 October 2013 from the Permanent Representative of Azerbaijan addressed to the Secretary-General, transmitting a concept paper on the item under consideration.”

    2013-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7052 (2013) · source

27. “We commend the efforts of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to monitor the process and implement the necessary policies for facilitating returns. In that regard, the question of security should be given careful consideration. The support of the international community for both sides remains essential, particularly in terms of building reconciliation and confidence. As the Secretary-General noted in his report, the unresolved legacies of the conflict, including unsolved cases of missing persons and the bringing to account of all those responsible for war crimes and other criminal acts, should remain key priorities. In conclusion, I would like to commend UNMIK, under the leadership of Special Representative Zarif, for its contribution to consolidating peace and stability in Kosovo and the entire region.”

    2013-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7026 (2013) · source

28. “It is noteworthy that the Mission continues to work closely with communities on the ground and to collaborate with all other mandated international presences in order to enhance the political dialogue's prospects for success. UNMIK should maintain and further develop its key role in ensuring the coordination of all international efforts within its status-neutral framework, as envisaged in resolution 1244 (1999). It is encouraging that the overall security situation in Kosovo remained generally calm during the reporting period, though stability is yet to be achieved and incidents and tensions require serious attention and prompt reaction. The voluntary return of internally displaced persons to Kosovo again showed few signs of improvement during the reporting period.”

    2013-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7026 (2013) · source

29. “Azerbaijan takes positive note of the developments that took place during the reporting period following the 19 April agreement on principles governing the normalization of relations. In that connection, we also note the further agreement reached on 22 May on an implementation plan for the 19 April agreement, and the subsequent meetings in Brussels to advance the work of implementation. We commend both sides for their efforts to safeguard their important achievements and encourage them to continue to remain committed to reaching agreement on the contentious issues through mutually acceptable solutions. That is indispensable to greater stability and well-being in the region. We emphasize the extraordinary importance of UNMIK's presence and activities in Kosovo.”

    2013-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7026 (2013) · source

30. “Let me start by thanking the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Farid Zarif, for presenting the report of the Secretary-General (S/2013/444) on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). We also welcome the participation in today's meeting of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia, Mr. Ivan Mrkic', and thank him and Mr. Enver Hoxhaj for their statements. Azerbaijan's position with regard to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Serbia and non-recognition of Kosovo's unilateral declaration of independence remains unchanged. Resolution 1244 (1999) continues to be the binding international basis for a comprehensive settlement through a political negotiations process.”

    2013-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7026 (2013) · source

31. “In conclusion, we take note of the information provided in the report of the Secretary-General that, in accordance with resolution 2070 (2012), the military and police components completed the mandated reduction of their personnel during the reporting period. The role of MINUSTAH in the maintenance of overall security and stability in the country remains Vital. Azerbaijan supports the extension of the Mission's mandate for an additional year. It is important that the possible further reduction in the Mission's uniform strength, as recommended by the Secretary-General in his report, be based on the security and political situation on the ground. We look forward to the next report of the Secretary-General and the proposals on the way forward.”

    2013-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7024 (2013) · source

32. “Further efforts are needed to strengthen key rule-of-law institutions, reform the security sector, attract investments, promote sustainable development and advance the democratic agenda. The protection of vulnerable groups, particularly women, children and internally displaced persons, should remain the priority. Significant strides were made regarding the resettlement of persons displaced by the 2010 earthquake, although their protection, along with food insecurity, rapidly decreasing humanitarian funding and continuing deep institutional and structural weakness, remains a concern. Continued strong international engagement and efforts by the Haitian authorities are crucial to improve the current humanitarian situation, in particular with regard to the ongoing cholera epidemic.”

    2013-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7024 (2013) · source

33. “As the Secretary-General pointed out, the democratic process in Haiti remains vulnerable to setbacks linked to political instability and infighting among the branches of the Government. It is important that all political actors in Haiti engage in a constructive dialogue to preserve the progress achieved so far and address their differences in a spirit of compromise. Such dialogue is particularly important for reaching a minimum political consensus on holding long-overdue elections as soon as possible and on the key legislative priorities. It is essential that the United Nations continue to support the upcoming elections and contribute to the progress on the launch of the electoral process. It is also important to maintain progress made in building the capacity of the HNP.”

    2013-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7024 (2013) · source

34. “As the Secretary-General emphasized in his report, the progress made in the stabilization of Haiti since the initial deployment of MINUSTAH, in 2004, has been considerable. The overall security situation in the country remained relatively stable throughout the reporting period, with a decrease in both civil unrest and major crimes. The performance of the Haitian National Police (HNP) continues to improve as it assumes increased responsibility for the provision of internal security. We also commend the Government for its efforts to move forward with socioeconomic development that has resulted, inter alia, in a significant increase in economic partnership. At the same time, Haiti continues to face numerous challenges.”

    2013-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7024 (2013) · source

35. “We are grateful to the Secretary-General for submitting the report on the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) (S/2013/493), as well as providing an update on progress made during the reporting period towards the implementation of the mission consolidation plan outlined in his previous report (S/2013/l39). We welcome the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Ms. Sandra Honore, to the Council and thank her for presenting the report of the Secretary-General. I would like to take this opportunity once again to commend MINUSTAH and the United Nations country team, which continue to play an important role in supporting the recovery and stabilization of Haiti.”

    2013-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7024 (2013) · source

36. “In conclusion, I would like to again commend the initiative of Argentina to convene this open debate and to advance this significant theme in the work of the Security Council.”

    2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source

37. “It is important that the right of return, along with increased attention to its practical implementation and concrete measures aimed at overcoming obstacles that prevent return, be applied by the international community with more consistency and adherence to principles. Parties to armed conflicts should take all the necessary measures to ensure rapid and unimpeded access by humanitarian actors to all those in need of protection and assistance. All efforts to that end must at all times be undertaken in line with the Charter of the United Nations, international law and basic humanitarian principles. It is also important that the Security Council maintain its focus on the protection of civilians. Azerbaijan will continue to support systematic discussions on the topic.”

    2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source

38. “It is important that the Council, Member States and regional organizations ensure that mediators and envoys in mediation, peace and preventive diplomacy processes contribute to ensuring accountability, including by encouraging the parties concerned to envisage transnational justice and reparation clauses in peace agreements. It is essential that peace efforts and peace agreements under no circumstances encourage the acceptance of situations achieved by the unlawful use of force and other egregious Violations of international law, such as war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide and ethnic cleansing. Particular consideration must be given to implications for the protection of civilians in armed conflicts aggravated by population displacements and foreign military occupation.”

    2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source

39. “As stated at the recent Global Conference on Reclaiming the Protection of Civilians under International Humanitarian Law, held in Oslo, States should use their leverage, individually or collectively, to raise the political costs of non-compliance with international humanitarian law - for instance, through exerting diplomatic pressure, by publicly denouncing non-compliance or by naming and shaming parties operating in Violation of their international obligations. That approach should equally be applied in situations involving national authorities that are unwilling to investigate and prosecute serious violations of international humanitarian and human rights law. Furthermore, conflict resolution initiatives considered by the Security Council and regional arrangements must ensure that peace and justice work together effectively.”

    2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source

40. “When national authorities fail to take the steps necessary to ensure accountability, the international community should play a more proactive role in order to ensure an appropriate response, including through the establishment of ad hoc tribunals, international commissions ofinquiry and fact-finding missions. It is also essential to emphasize the role of the relevant humanitarian mandates in ensuring that all armed conflict situations receive the due attention of the international community. Commitments to protection efforts must be free of selectivity and politically motivated approaches and preferences.”

    2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source

41. “It is imperative that all parties to armed conflict strictly abide by their obligations under international humanitarian and human rights law. The most challenging problems are inaction and the neglect of civilian suffering, along with a prevailing atmosphere of impunity and lack of accountability. The best deterrent is, undoubtedly, ensuring a speedy end to impunity and holding to account those responsible for the most serious crimes of concern to the international community. Ending impunity is also essential to ensuring sustainable peace, justice, truth and reconciliation and to upholding the rights and interests of Victims and the well-being of society at large.”

    2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source

42. “The key obligations are contained in the relevant instruments of international humanitarian, human rights and refugee law. The significant development of international norms and standards on the protection of civilians and the Council's engagement have given rise to increased attention to the issue. However, efforts to ensure a peaceful, just and prosperous world have not always been consistent or successful. Civilians continue to pay the highest price in the wake of armed conflict and to suffer from inadequate protection and discriminatory treatment in many parts of the world. The challenges to civilian protection are vast. But the main obstacles relate primarily to the frequent failure of parties to conflict to comply with their obligations under existing legal rules.”

    2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source

43. “First of all, I would like to thank Argentina for convening this open debate on the very important issue of the protection of civilians in armed conflict and for submitting a concept note on the topic (S/2013/447, annex). On this World Humanitarian Day and the tenth anniversary of the attack on United Nations headquarters in Iraq, we pay tribute to all of those who have lost their lives in the humanitarian effort. My delegation thanks the Secretary-General, the High Commissioner for Human Rights, the Under- Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator and the representative of the International Committee of the Red Cross for their contributions to the discussion. Over the years, a comprehensive legal framework on the protection of civilians in armed conflict has been established.”

    2013-08-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7019 (2013) · source

44. “This is the case, for example, with regard to paragraph 5 of the resolution, in which it would be essential to welcome not only the efforts to accommodate the Committee on Missing Persons exhumation requirements, but also the actual access granted to that end. For the reasons I have just cited, Azerbaijan decided to abstain in the voting on resolution 2014 (2013).”

    2013-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7014 (2013) · source

45. “The resolution just adopted urges the sides to resume their substantive negotiations and continue their discussions to reach decisive progress on the core issues, and stresses that the status quo is unsustainable. However, in our view, the resolution does not provide a full and proper update of the situation and does not place the required emphasis on the necessity to agree on a results-oriented process. Furthermore, as a result of the efforts aimed at finding a compromise rather than reflecting the factual situation, certain provisions of the resolution do not accurately describe some of the developments on the ground.”

    2013-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7014 (2013) · source

46. “I should like briefly to share with the Council the reasoning behind our abstention in the voting on resolution 2114 (2013). First of all, we would like to express our gratitude to the delegation of the United Kingdom for its leadership and efforts in facilitating the negotiations on the resolution. Azerbaijan fully supports the Secretary- General's good offices mission and the six-month mandate renewal of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus. At the same time, similarly to our approach taken with regard to previous resolutions on the issue, both conceptual and some textual considerations again prevented us from voting in favour of the resolution. We believe that achieving a mutually acceptable and comprehensive settlement of the Cyprus problem, within the established United Nations parameters, is possible and within reach.”

    2013-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7014 (2013) · source

47. “During the reporting period, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) held another round oftalks in Vienna, on 15 June, aimed at concluding the structured approach document. However, according to the report (GOV/2013/27) of the IAEA Board of Governors of 22 May, no agreement was reached, and it was not possible to begin substantive work on resolving the outstanding issues. It is important that the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran continue its efforts to build international confidence in the exclusively peaceful nature of its nuclear programme. It is encouraging that dialogue and discussions continued during the reporting period. We hope that diplomatic efforts will help make concrete progress in the talks and move the resolution of the problem forward.”

    2013-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6999 (2013) · source

48. “The briefing was an important opportunity to engage with the United Nations membership and thus provide greater access to and transparency in the Committee's work. We support the intention of the Chair of the Committee to continue to look for such opportunities for engagement in the future. We also note the Panel's visits to several Member States to discuss matters pertaining to the mandate of the Panel and the participation of its Experts in a number of workshops during the reporting period. It is essential that the Panel continue its outreach activities, which play an important role in increasing the number of national implementation reports from Member States.”

    2013-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6999 (2013) · source

49. “We support the call of the Chair of the Committee addressed to all Member States to cooperate with the Committee and the Panel of Experts by providing information on implementation measures. The Committee discussed the report of the Panel of Experts on the results of its investigation into a January 2013 incident reported by a Member State. It is critical that all cases and incidents be examined in an impartial and objective manner, and that appropriate actions be considered on the basis of credible and fact- based evidence. It is essential that the Committee continue its efforts to assist States in implementing the relevant Security Council measures. We commend the Committee for holding an open briefing on 24 June to share information about the work of the Committee and the Panel of Experts.”

    2013-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6999 (2013) · source

50. “I too would like to thank Ambassador Quinlan for his work as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) and for presenting the report of the Committee. Azerbaijan attaches great importance to the work of the Committee concerning the implementation of the relevant Security Council resolutions and in finding a diplomatic solution to the problem that is based on international law. It is essential to continue dialogue and cooperation on the issues on which progress is urgent for regional stability. During the reporting period, the Committee received from Member States a number of communications on actions taken in implementation of the relevant Security Council resolutions and on responses on reported incidents.”

    2013-07-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6999 (2013) · source