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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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“Allow me to begin by thanking the French presidency for convening this important meeting under the agenda item "The situation in the Middle East", to discuss the humanitarian consequences of the Syrian crisis. We are also grateful to the Deputy Secretary-General and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees for their briefings. I would also like to welcome the participation of the various Ministers at the Council's meeting today. Azerbaijan remains deeply concerned about the escalation of violence and the worsening socio- economic and humanitarian situation in Syria. Over the period from the beginning of the crisis to now, sporadic incidents have evolved into more brutal clashes with increased organizational and military capabilities, including the use of excessive force and indiscriminate attacks on civilians.”
2012-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6826 (2012) · source
“Some progress was observed during the reporting period, including the reconstruction of several sites, improved interaction at the local level and legislative measures taken after long delays to strengthen the protection of cultural heritage sites in some areas. At the same time, we deeply regret that acts of vandalism and religious intolerance have continued. We recall the obligation to comply with the commitments made by each side in that regard. In conclusion, I would like to commend UNMIK under the leadership of Special Representative Zarif for its efforts and important role in maintaining peace and stability in Kosovo and in the entire region.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“The issue of missing persons continues to be one of the major obstacles to reconciliation efforts. It is therefore encouraging that during the reporting period, with the direct support of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and other international partners, the sides have made important steps towards addressing that human rights issue in a spirit of cooperation. We look forward to further progress and encourage the sides to continue their efforts to that effect. The protection of religious and cultural heritage in Kosovo should remain an UNMIK priority.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“In that regard, we share the view of the Secretary-General that, among other measures, improved responses by public institutions, in particular the police and other public service providers, are needed to address the continuing challenges faced by the minority communities in all parts of Kosovo. We take note of the information on some important developments pertaining to the investigation of facts related to organized crime, the inhuman treatment of people and organ trafficking. We strongly believe that establishing the truth will serve the principles ofjustice and the rule of law and will contribute to a lasting political settlement. The Security Council should play a greater role in that regard. We do not see any obstacles that could prevent the process from being empowered by and accountable to the Council.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“We condemn the double murder on 6 July of a popular Kosovo Serb village leader and his wife in the home to which they had recently returned in Kosovo. We concur with Mr. Zarif that such terrible crimes must not be allowed to remain unsolved or go unpunished. We look forward to the conclusion of the ongoing investigation. The situation regarding the return of internally displaced persons to Kosovo again showed few signs of improvement during the reporting period. More attention and strengthened political will are required to reverse the continuing decline in the number of returns.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“We welcome the peaceful and orderly conduct of Serbian presidential and parliamentary elections in Kosovo in May, and we commend the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and other international partners for their contribution to the preparation and conduct of the voting. We note that both sides have expressed the will to resume consultations in order to discuss the implementation of existing agreements. We believe that a good faith commitment to continued dialogue will contribute to further tangible progress in the near future. Although the overall security situation remained generally calm during the reporting period, a series of incidents that occurred in northern Kosovo and other areas served to increase tensions on the ground.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Farid Zarif, for presenting the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (S/2012/603). We welcome the participation in today's meeting of His Excellency Mr. Ivica Daeie, Prime Minister of Serbia, and we thank him and Mr. Hashim Thaci for their statements. The position of Azerbaijan with regard to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Serbia and non-recognition of Kosovo's unilateral declaration of independence remains unchanged. Resolution 1244 (1999) continues to be the binding international legal basis for a comprehensive settlement through a negotiated political process.”
2012-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6822 (2012) · source
“Azerbaijan supports the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) and recognizes its contribution to the protection of civilians, the improvement of the security situation and the promotion of peace and the political process in Darfur. We note that some conclusions drawn in resolution 2063 (2012) do not coincide with our assessment of the current situation on the ground and are not fully reflective of the Secretary-General's views contained in his recent reports on UNAMID. We believe that some additional important elements could have been included in the resolution. We also regret that discussions on the draft resolution were not sufficiently open, inclusive and transparent. For these reasons, Azerbaijan decided to abstain in the voting on the resolution just adopted.”
2012-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6819 (2012) · source
“Azerbaijan supports the application of Palestine for admission to membership in the United Nations and looks forward to a solution on this issue based on international law. To sum up, let me express the hope that, with the best efforts of the nations of the Middle East and the international community, positive achievements and momentum will be sustained, while the pending issues related to security and democratic transition are resolutely addressed by adopting swift policies and approaches in view of changing realities in the region.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816 (2012) · source
“In assuming its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, the Security Council must react adequately in order to put an end to illegal practices and policies and ensure that international law, human rights and fundamental freedoms are observed and respected. We support the ongoing efforts to achieve the Palestinian reconciliation, and express our hope that Palestinian unity will soon be restored in the interest of the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people. The people of Palestine has been recognized as having the right to self-determination and statehood. That has been noted in a number of United Nations resolutions and by the International Court of Justice in its advisory opinion on the Legal consequences of the construction ofa wall in the occupied Palestinian territory.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816 (2012) · source
“However, the lack of agreement on political issues in situations of armed conflict and military occupation cannot be used as a pretext for disrespecting international law and human rights. We proceed from the importance of reaffirming, with respect to the occupied Palestinian territories and similar situations in other parts of the world, the continuing applicability of all relevant international legal norms, achieving the invalidation of activities aimed at the consolidation of military occupations, initiating urgent measures towards removing the adverse effects of such activities, and discouraging any further practices of the same or a similar nature. Illegal activities in the occupied territories cannot be recognized under any circumstances.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816 (2012) · source
“Against this background, the construction and expansion of settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, the confiscation of Palestinian lands, the displacement of the civilian population, action characterized as collective punishment of civilians, and attempts to legitimize illegal activities are particularly alarming. Such measures represent open disregard for international law and contempt for human rights, place a tremendous burden on civilians, cause serious obstruction to the peace process and, more dangerously, threaten the two-State solution and the emergence of a viable Palestinian State. It is clear that there is no alternative to peace and negotiations.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816 (2012) · source
“At the same time, political consistency represents one of the major prerequisites if legitimate demands are to be transformed into desirable outcome. It is clear that, while seeking justice, one cannot simultaneously advocate or encourage injustices in respect of others. At a more specific level, we would like once again to express our profound concern over the situation with regard to the Middle East peace process, which has been at a standstill with no substantive progress towards resuming direct talks between the parties.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816 (2012) · source
“While the prospects are promising, the challenges of transition may look arduous and, to some extent, intimidating. Against this background, the international community should do its utmost and direct its collective efforts towards helping the countries of the region and make their transition successful, sustainable and durable. Having shed some light on the challenges of the outstanding new transformational processes in the Middle East, one cannot help but ponder the lasting traditional security challenges, more specifically armed conflicts, that are rife in the region. It is obvious that their solution is imperative to achieving durable peace, stability and security in the region, and that respect for international law should be an absolute priority to this effect.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816 (2012) · source
“In the shortest time, the region has been caught in the limelight of the international security agenda and generated intense discussion over the causes of these transformational processes, the courses of action and strategies to be adopted by the international community, and the future that these events presage for the entire region. Our discussion today should undoubtedly be yet another attempt to recollect, analyse and think through the vital changes that Middle Eastern societies have been exposed to and are still grappling with. The peoples of the Middle East should be congratulated on their determination and firmness towards achieving greater freedom and wider political participation. At the same time, many outstanding issues are pending, and we have come to realize that there are no easy fixes or magic solutions.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816 (2012) · source
“At the outset, I would like to express our thanks to the Colombian presidency for convening this very important open debate on the situation in the Middle East. I also thank the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Mr. Robert Serry, for his briefing. It has now become conventional for any consideration of political dynamics in the Middle East region to focus on the wave of changes that the region has encountered in the aftermath of the Arab Spring. Never before has the region experienced such a large-scale transformation driven from within.”
2012-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6816 (2012) · source
“Azerbaijan looks forward to a report by the Secretary-General on a survey of United Nations assistance to Member States to counter illicit cross- border trafficking and movement. At the same time, any survey and assessment should, in our View, be confined to the activities of United Nations entities and should avoid providing an assessment of the border- related needs and capabilities of individual Member States in an attempt to justify the relevance of certain programmes.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“At the same time, border management and export controls are important components of critical energy infrastructure protection. Azerbaijan is therefore doing its utmost, at the national level and through close cooperation with our neighbours and international partners within our bilateral security programmes, as well as with international organizations, to maintain comprehensive national border control and management, as well as export control systems. Despite such efforts, Azerbaijan is unable to exercise control over a considerable part of its State border owing to the continued military occupation of its territories. The lack of sovereign control by the legitimate authorities of Azerbaijan over those borders creates favourable conditions for illicit cross-border trafficking and movement in and beyond those territories.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“Instead, such initiatives must be tailored to address the individual needs of States, upon their request and with their involvement, and take into full account the security situation of a State and its surrounding political geography. It is also absolutely necessary that those organizations exert the maximum effort to avoid duplication with other existing initiatives. The sensitive geographic location of Azerbaijan makes it vulnerable to transborder threats such as international terrorism; illegal migration; transnational organized crime; arms, drugs and human trafficking and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The existence of those threats requires devoting particular attention to the security of our borders.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“International organizations, including United Nations entities and the World Customs Organization, as well as regional organizations, have initiated various projects and programmes on improving the border control and management capacities of States. While welcoming such initiatives, and in certain instances becoming a beneficiary State, we nevertheless want to emphasize that the relevant projects and programmes must not be based on the one-size-fits-all approach. There are some situations where certain border-related initiatives have been designed with total disregard for the national security concerns and border priorities of a beneficiary State.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“It is also obvious that, in a globalized world, developing and maintaining cooperation among neighbouring States on border-related issues at the political, executive and operational levels is of paramount importance. In fact, such cooperation only adds to the effectiveness of national border-control and management systems. However, cooperation among States will not be possible without due regard for the basic norms and principles of international law, namely, respect for each other's territorial integrity and sovereignty, the inviolability of internationally recognized borders and the principle of good neighbourly relations. Weak border control and management systems are among the main factors conducive to the spread of illicit cross-border trafficking and movement.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“Such a network often spreads its zone of operation beyond the boundaries of just one region and becomes transnational, linking up local actors with a much broader web of players in other regions who take advantage of malfunctioning border management systems and other factors existing in a country in order to establish and enhance their operations. At the same time, securing borders against illicit trafficking and movement does not imply toughened border crossing procedures, which may create serious impediments to legal cross-border activities. States must therefore ensure that strong national border control, management and export control systems are in place that will effectively prevent illicit cross-border activities while promoting the free and secure movement of persons, goods, services and investments across borders.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“As a critical pillar of national security, border protection is a matter of national sovereign authority and the responsibility of States. Through better protection of their borders against threats to national security, States prevent the cross-border spillover of illicit trafficking and movement from inside and outside of their territories and thereby contribute to international peace and security. Illicit cross-border trafficking and movement involves a network of actors in different countries.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“Illicit cross-border trafficking in weapons of mass destruction, their means of delivery and related materials; trafficking in arms, drugs, human beings and conflict minerals; and the cross-border movement of terrorists, organized criminal groups and their funds have an impact on international peace and security and the potential to undermine the sovereignty and territorial integrity of States, jeopardize domestic and regional stability and economic development and fuel conflicts. While each of those phenomena separately constitutes a broad matter for discussion, and has been extensively dealt with by the United Nations, today we are focusing on the border aspects and on how to better secure our borders against illicit cross-border trafficking and movement.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“Allow me to begin by thanking the United States presidency for convening this important open debate on threats to international peace and security and securing borders against illicit cross-border trafficking and movement. We also thank the Secretary-General for his briefing. Azerbaijan joins the position of the Non-Aligned Movement on the issue reflected in the letter and annexes that will be circulated as a document of the Security Council (S/2012/257).”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“It is important that the resolution reaffirms the commitment of the Security Council to the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Syria. Azerbaijan voted in favour of the resolution based on that understanding and with the hope that its adoption would contribute to ongoing efforts aimed at encouraging dialogue, overcoming the crisis and putting an end to human suffering.”
2012-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6751 (2012) · source
“We note that the parties involved committed to implement the six-point plan of the Joint Special Envoy and started taking important practical steps to that end. At the same time, the resolution calls for the urgent, comprehensive and immediate implementation of all elements of the Envoy's six-point plan, which aim at bringing an immediate end to all violence and human rights violations, securing humanitarian access and facilitating a Syrian-led political process leading to a democratic, pluralistic political system. The resolution provides for the establishment of a United Nations supervision mission in Syria to monitor a cessation of armed violence in all its forms by all parties and for guaranteeing the effective operation of the mission, including its advance team.”
2012-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6751 (2012) · source
“From the very beginning, Azerbaijan has consistently supported all efforts in connection with the situation in Syria aimed at ending violence, overcoming the crisis and finding a solution by peaceful means and through dialogue. From the outset, we have also expressed our full support for the Joint Special Envoy of the United Nations and the League of Arab States, Mr. Kofi Annan, and for his six-point proposal. Needless to say, the Joint Special Envoy is doing his utmost and exploring all possible avenues to end the Syrian crisis peacefully. We highly appreciate his efforts in that regard. The Security Council supported the mission of the Special Envoy right from its inception. The adoption of resolution 2042 (2012) today is yet another illustration of the unanimity within the Council.”
2012-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6751 (2012) · source
“As far as the reference to the Nagorny Karabakh region of Azerbaijan is concerned, I should recall that the Security Council has recognized that Nagorny Karabakh is part of Azerbaijan and reaffirmed respect for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and inviolability of the international borders of Azerbaijan. We consider the stance of Armenia as 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 understand the lack of any perspective in their unconstructive and dangerous political agenda, the sooner our people will be able to benefit from peace, stability and cooperation.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Again, I apologize for asking for the floor. It is curious, to say the least, that the representative of Armenia, the country that bears the primary responsibility for unleashing the war against Azerbaijan and committing other serious international crimes during the conflict, takes the floor in the Security Council and tries to lecture the victim of aggression. The Government of Armenia, which has purged both the territory of its own country and the occupied areas of Azerbaijan of all non-Armenians, and thus succeeded in creating mono-ethnic cultures there, should be, in our view, the last one to speak on such notions as peace, human rights and the self- determination of peoples.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“It is beyond dispute that such acts, together with violence against women and girls, amount to war crimes, crimes against humanity and racial discrimination. It is also indisputable that, as an occupying Power, Armenia bears direct responsibility for the commission of those offences. Accordingly, what the Armenian representative attempted to describe in his statement has been unequivocally qualified by the Security Council, the General Assembly and other international organizations as the illegal use of force and the commitment of other crimes of serious concern to the international community.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The arguments of the Armenian side are particularly astonishing as they are made in the Security Council, which, in 1993, adopted a series of four resolutions condemning the use of force against Azerbaijan and the occupation of its territories and demanding the immediate, full and unconditional withdrawal of Armenian occupying forces from all occupied territories of Azerbaijan (resolutions 822 (1993), 853 (1993), 874 (1993) and 884 (1993)). Another aspect of the problem that the representative of Armenia prefers not to mention at all is the determination of the Security Council with respect to the impact of Armenia's aggression on the civilian population. Lastly, the aforementioned resolutions made specific reference to violations of international humanitarian law, attacks on civilians and bombardments of inhabited areas.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“First of all, I would like to apologize for asking for the floor again. We thought that it would be inappropriate and counterproductive to pass over the comments made by the representative of Armenia and his attempt to mislead the Security Council in silence. It seems that that Member State was the only one among today's speakers that overtly tried to justify, in the course of our deliberations, acts of systematic and widespread violence committed against civilians, including women and girls. I am confident that a careful reading of the relevant international documents would convince the representative of Armenia next time to refrain from taking the floor and making irrelevant comments.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“It is crucial that obligations with respect to the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of Syria and all other States of the region be fully observed and respected. It is important that the draft resolution emphasizes that the current political crisis in Syria must be resolved peacefully, and notes that nothing authorizes measures under Article 42 of the United Nations Charter. Azerbaijan supported the draft resolution on the aforementioned understanding and with the hope that its adoption would contribute to ongoing efforts aimed at encouraging dialogue, overcoming the crisis and putting an end to human suffering.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“Azerbaijan is deeply concerned at the continuing crisis and widespread Violence in Syria that have resulted in the death of many people. Despite the repeated calls of the international community, the situation in Syria continues to deteriorate, causing scores of deaths and injuries. Azerbaijan has from the very beginning supported the efforts of the League of Arab States, and is looking forward to their continuation with a view to ending the Violence, overcoming the crisis and finding a solution by peaceful means and through dialogue. The only solution to the crisis in Syria is through an inclusive and Syrian-led political process with the aim of effectively addressing the legitimate aspirations and concerns of Syria's people, without external interference. This understanding is clearly expressed in the draft resolution (S/2012/77).”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“Whatever the differences, it is crucial that obligations with respect to the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of Syria and all other States of the region be fully observed and respected. We note the position unambiguously expressed in that regard by the Security Council and the General Assembly, as well as by the League of Arab States, which in its Council resolution on Syria of 22 January 2012 supported efforts towards ending the Syrian crisis without foreign intervention.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“We look forward to constructive dialogue and discussions on the relevant draft proposals, as well as to the report of the League Arab States observer mission, and we believe in achieving the compromise that will contribute to ongoing efforts aimed at overcoming the crisis in Syria and at putting an end to human suffering there. It is clear that the international community must not only demand certain steps from the Syrian Government, but also focus its efforts on persuading the opposition to reciprocate. Only measures adequate to the situation, that conform with Chapter VI of the United Nations Charter and pay due regard to the role of the League of Arab States, can be considered.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“As the Security Council pointed out in its presidential statement of 3 August 2011, the only solution to the crisis in Syria is through an inclusive and Syrian-led political process, with the aim of effectively addressing the legitimate aspirations and concerns of the Syrian people. That process should include democratic and free elections and enable the participation of all political forces of the country. It is indisputable that unity and a coordinated approach within the Security Council are vital if it is to fulfil its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. Proceeding from this understanding, Azerbaijan has been and continues to be supportive of and open to timely consultations with all members of the Security Council on initiatives concerning the situation in Syria.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“We look forward to their continuation with a view to ending the Violence, overcoming the crisis and achieving stabilization by peaceful means and through dialogue. We pay tribute to the League's observer mission to Syria and to all its members for fulfilling their functions in the face of complex challenges. It should be noted that the Mission's presence in Syria had some positive effects and that it contributed to addressing a number of issues. We note with regret that, under the circumstances, the League was compelled to suspend its mission, and we hope it will resume its function soon.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“The Council, inter alia, called for an immediate end to all violence and urged all sides to act with the utmost restrain and to refrain from reprisals, including attacks against State institutions. Related resolutions were adopted also by the General Assembly and the Human Rights Council. Despite all those steps and repeated calls of the international community, the situation in Syria continued to deteriorate, causing scores of deaths and injuries. The suicide terrorist attacks that occurred in Damascus on 23 December 2011 and 6 January 2012, which the Security Council condemned in the strongest terms, were a striking illustration of dangerous escalation with unpredictable consequences. From very beginning, Azerbaijan has supported the efforts of the League of Arab States.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank you, Sir, for convening this meeting. We are grateful to the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the State of Qatar, His Excellency Sheikh Hamad bin J assim bin J abr Al-Thani, and to the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, His Excellency Mr. Nabil Elaraby, as well as to the Permanent Representative of Syria, His Excellency Mr. Bashar J a'afari, for their briefings. Azerbaijan is deeply concerned by the continuing destabilization and widespread violence in Syria, which have led to the death of many people. On 3 August 2011, the Security Council adopted a presidential statement (S/PRS/2011/ 16) condemning the widespread violations of human rights and the use of force against civilians by the Syrian authorities.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“Nor should we underestimate the risk of the spread of weapons beyond the region, with the potential of their falling into the hands of terrorists and separatists in other parts of the world. We would also like to support the mission's recommendation on the need for inter-community and inter-religious dialogue, which, in our View, takes on additional importance against the background of the efforts being made towards peace, security and stability in the region. It is obvious that success will be dependent on greater coherence among all stakeholders. It is therefore important and commendable that, in spite of the varied regional membership, all of the countries are willing to work in a more coordinated manner.”
2012-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6709 (2012) · source
“Therefore, the initiatives undertaken by the Governments of the countries affected, as well as the efforts of the African Union and the Economic Community of West African States and other relevant organizations, should be supported by the United Nations and the broader international community. Serious attention should be given to appeals from Sahel countries, which need capacity-building and funds to counter the threats and address the challenges. The destabilizing effects on the region of the illicit proliferation of small arms and light weapons requires particular consideration, apart from the direct impact on the security situation in the countries of the Sahel.”
2012-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6709 (2012) · source
“We agree with the mission's View that any immediate long-term strategy to mitigate the impact of the Libyan crisis should take into account the root causes of the problems in the region. The recommendations of the mission in that regard require serious consideration. It is commendable that the countries of the region have established a number of national and regional programmes and mechanisms to address the security concerns in the region. At the same time, as the mission concluded, most of the countries in the region cannot overcome threats in isolation.”
2012-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6709 (2012) · source
“Like other speakers, I would like to welcome Mr. Pascoe and thank him for his briefing. We are grateful to the Secretary-General for his initiative to deploy the United Nations inter-agency assessment mission to the Sahel region, as well as for the comprehensive report (see S/2012/42) that the mission has submitted. We are encouraged by the fact that that initiative was widely appreciated and that the mission found among the civil and political leaders of the region a remarkable openness to engage on the challenges confronting them. The analysis carried out by the mission with respect to the political, security, humanitarian and socio-economic implications of the crisis in Libya for neighbouring countries are illustrative of the need to strengthen cooperation, including through the development of a common approach to the Sahel region.”
2012-01-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6709 (2012) · source
“Furthermore, particular consideration should be given to internally displaced children in the context of ensuring their inalienable right of return, and to the implications for 22 the protection of child rights of illegal policies and practices in situations of foreign occupation. Another challenging issue requiring urgent action is that of children taken hostage and reported missing in connection with armed conflict. Azerbaijan will continue to contribute to identifying long-term and sustained solutions to this problem and to focusing on the ways and means by which the international community can address existing challenges, including in particular violations and abuses committed against children in situations of armed conflict and measures aimed at bringing to justice those responsible for such violations.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In spite a formal ceasefire, deliberate attacks by the occupier against Azerbaijani civilians and civilian objects, in contravention of applicable international law, have become more frequent and violent over recent years, resulting in the killing and maiming of many inhabitants residing near the front lines, including children. The issue of children and armed conflict has been inscribed firmly on the international agenda, and a strong normative framework has been developed. Important steps have been taken to achieve accountability for grave child rights violations. However, serious challenges remain. More resolute and targeted measures are required to protect children in situations of armed conflict and to end impunity for genocide, crimes against humanity and other egregious crimes perpetrated against children.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In its relevant resolutions adopted in 1993 in response to the occupation of Azerbaijani territories, the Security Council referred specifically to violations of international humanitarian law, including the forced displacement of large numbers of civilians in Azerbaijan. The European Court of Human Rights later arrived at an important conclusion, qualifying the behaviour of those carrying out the incursion into the territory of Azerbaijan as acts of particular gravity that could amount to war crimes or crimes against humanity.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Azerbaijan's determination with regard to the issue under consideration is obvious and stems from our keen interest to contribute to the achievement of sustainable peace and development and from our practical experience in addressing the impact of armed conflict on civilians, including children. The war unleashed against our country and the military occupation of our territories have had a considerable impact, inter alia on the humanitarian aspect of the problem, and primarily affect the most vulnerable groups. Azerbaijan continues to suffer from having one of the highest number of refugees and displaced persons in the world, large numbers of whom are children. The most serious crimes of international concern have been committed during the conflict, and even children have not been spared.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for convening this very important open debate on children and armed conflict and for the submission of the concept paper (S/2011/409) on this topic. Azerbaijan aligns itself with the statement delivered today on behalf of the European Union. I would like to make a few additional remarks in our national capacity. We reiterate our commitment to continuing to support the activities of existing United Nations mechanisms and other relevant international actors aimed at ensuring more effective protection for the rights of children and improving the situation of children affected by armed conflict.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source