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Omaish

lines on the record: 139
first: 2011-07-26
most recent: 2015-11-19
sittings or episodes: 32
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“Considering that the Security Council has referred the case of the Sudan to the ICC, the persistence of violations and the deterioration of the troubling humanitarian conditions in the Sudan, as stated in the report submitted by the Panel of Experts and the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur, we reiterate the need to ensure full coordination and cooperation with the Prosecutor of the ICC on the part of all parties and countries in order to address the deficiencies highlighted in the Prosecutor's report. Jordan supports the recommendations presented in the report and in today's briefing. We must spare no effort in countering the suspicion that UNAMID reports have been manipulated in an attempt to cover up certain crimes.”
2014-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7199 (2014) · source
“Mr. Omaish (Jordan) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I should like to thank the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Ms. Bensouda, for introducing the nineteenth report of her Office, pursuant to resolution 1593 (2005), and for her briefing to the Council today. Guaranteeing and upholding the principles of the Rome Statute in delivering international criminal justice and fighting impunity requires full cooperation with the ICC so that it may fulfil its mandate, as highlighted in the Prosecutor's report and in her briefing today.”
2014-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7199 (2014) · source
“Jordan would like to reiterate that it will continue to play its leading role in fighting terrorism by adopting necessary measures, developing effective national legislation, sharing its expertise in combatting terrorism with other countries of its region and around the world, strengthening cooperation with the subsidiary bodies of the Security Council and other relevant bodies of the United Nations, and continuing to support international initiatives aimed at fostering the values of understanding, cooperation and rejection of terrorism and intellectual extremism, such as through "A Common Word Between Us and You" and World Understanding Week.”
2014-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7184 (2014) · source
“We appreciate the role of the Committee and of the Group of Experts in ensuring that all States are represented in the global reports, in establishing a network of contact points, in raising awareness and in facilitating the provision of assistance by contributing States to recipient States. Lastly, my delegation would like to say how important it is for the Counter-Terrorism Committee to cooperate with Member States and how important it is to strengthen national, regional and international efforts to confront the scourge that threatens the peace and security of people around the world.”
2014-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7184 (2014) · source
“We call on the Executive Directorate to develop a strategy for a periodic review of the assistance provided to Member States so that the members of the Committee are duly informed of it. Not much time has passed since the Council's open debate under the leadership of His Excellency Mr. Yun Byung-se, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, to mark the tenth anniversary of the Council's adoption of resolution 1540 (2004) (see S/PV.7169). During that debate, a number of proposals and ideas were presented to strengthen the work of the 1540 Committee. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, Mr. President, and the entire delegation of the Republic ofKorea, for your efforts in the work ofthe Committee.”
2014-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7184 (2014) · source
“Cooperation with the Office of the Ombudsperson, which plays a very important and transparent role, should also be strengthened Jordan appreciates the important role played by the Counter-Terrorism Committee and its Executive Directorate in terms of capacity-building, raising awareness about the offices in charge of countering terrorism in various States, and coordinating visits to States. We would like to reiterate in that regard how important it is for the Committee and its Executive Directorate to coordinate technical assistance with Member States in accordance with their needs and on the basis of the constantly evolving security situation that we are witnessing.”
2014-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7184 (2014) · source
“They include, in particular, fostering international and regional cooperation among States; improving the exchange of relevant information, expertise and good practices; and assisting States in implementing sanctions regimes and in participating in the process of inscription on and deletion from lists on a case-by-case basis at the national and regional level. The role of the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team of the Al-Qaida Committee should be strengthened. We would like to confirm the importance of the Team's recommendation regarding the need to provide biometric data on individuals on the Al-Qaida sanctions list.”
2014-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7184 (2014) · source
“In that context, we think that it is extremely important for the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) concerning Counter-Terrorism to continue to work tirelessly in the Middle East and in other regions of the world where terrorism is emerging. Today Al-Qaida and its associated individuals and entities pose threats to international peace and security, and the international community has to confront those threats through a practical methodology consisting of a number of elements.”
2014-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7184 (2014) · source
“In addition, they are using new methods, such as information technology of all types, to carry out terrorist activities through innovative tactics, using very low-cost and easily available materials. Al-Qaida therefore continues to threaten peace and security in the Middle East. There is no doubt that the conflicts that are ravaging certain States of the region provide environments conducive to the activity of terrorist organizations and entities. The clearest proof of that is the emergence of such terrorist organizations as the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria and Jabhat-al-Nusrah. The Al-Qaida Committee added the latter organization to its sanctions list about a week ago.”
2014-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7184 (2014) · source
“Mr. Omaish (Jordan) (spoke in Arabic): First of all, allow me to express my sincerest gratitude to the Chairs of the Committee established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999) and 1989 (2011) concerning Al-Qaida and associated individuals and entities, the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) concerning Counter-Terrorism, and the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), respectively, for their comprehensive briefings today. Al-Qaida and its associated individuals and entities remain a very clear and serious threat to international peace and security despite a certain weakening of its core and its central organization. We are observing with great concern the emergence of new entities associated with Al-Qaida and its terrorist ideas, which are carrying out various dangerous activities around the world.”
2014-05-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7184 (2014) · source
“At the same time, we would like to emphasize our support for the French initiative, which is designed to limit the use of the veto when the Security Council is voting on draft resolutions related to the perpetration of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity, in order to avoid a repetition of what we have seen today.”
2014-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7180 (2014) · source
“Mr. Omaish (Jordan) (spoke in Arabic): Today, Jordan voted in favour of draft resolution S/2014/348 based on our deep conviction regarding the principles of criminal justice and the need for criminal accountability, in an attempt to put an end to the policy of impunity pursued since the beginning of the Syrian crisis and based on our belief in the principles of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court. We would like to express our deep regret that the Council was unable to adopt the draft resolution today.”
2014-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7180 (2014) · source
“We hope that the Government will succeed in resolving this situation and ensuring the return of the displaced to their homes. In conclusion, my delegation would like to reiterate its thanks to Ms. Bensouda for the information she has provided us in the cases of SaifAl-Islam Al-Qadhafi and Abdullah Al-Senussi.”
2014-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7173 (2014) · source
“We call on the Government to work closely with the United Nations to put an end to the crisis and release detainees against whom there is no evidence for prosecution, as well as to refer to national courts cases of persons against whom there is evidence for trials in line with due process and established legal rules. That will serve to generate confidence in the Libyan judicial system. With regard to the investigations carried out by the Office of the Prosecutor into the approximately 30,000 persons displaced from Tawergha, we support the conclusion of the Prosecutor's Office that this is a case of forced displacement. In that regard, we commend the efforts of the Libyan Government to hold consultations and meetings with the inhabitants of Tawergha.”
2014-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7173 (2014) · source
“We welcome references in the seventh report concerning the imminent implementation of the memorandum of understanding signed last year between the Libyan Government and the Office of the Prosecutor with regard to burden-sharing in carrying out additional investigations and trials of suspects outside Libyan territory. We also call on the Government to expedite its conclusion of an agreement with the ICC Registrar with regard to privilages and immunities, so as to facilitate the work of ICC staff. We are concerned about the slow progress in dealing with the issue of detainees in Libya.”
2014-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7173 (2014) · source
“Mr. Omaish (Jordan) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda for her briefing to us this morning and for her presentation to the Security Council of the Prosecutor's seventh report. Jordan underscores the role of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in combating impunity. We reiterate our ongoing support for the efforts of the ICC in that regard. Successive Libyan Governments since 2011 have pledged to continue to enshrine the principles of the rule of law and accountability for the crimes committed during the conflict. We accept that there continue to be challenges, obstacles and several security problems facing Libya, which could undermine the progress made thus far. We commend the efforts of the Government to cooperate with the Office of the Prosecutor and with the ICC.”
2014-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7173 (2014) · source
“That will enhance the ability to pursue and track LRA remnants and its leadership in the various areas. There must be logistical and material support for the Regional Task Force so that it is able to fill the preparedness gaps suffered by some troops. In conclusion, in the framework of this discussion on the LRA, the report of the Secretary-General refers to certain cases of defection by LRA members. We request further information about those cases. We want to know whether the reasons for defection have been studied in a manner that gives a clearer picture of the LRA's organizational situation.”
2014-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7171 (2014) · source
“With regard to terrorist groups, we condemn the abduction of schoolgirls by Boko Haram, and we extend our sympathy to the Government and the people of Nigeria and the families of the girls. As mentioned in the Secretary-General's report, there has been a remarkable decline in the operations of the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA), with an attendant decline in murders and abductions. Yet the LRA has reorganized into small groups that are capable of moving swiftly. That shows the continued ability by the LRA's command and control to adapt to the situation on the ground in order to launch isolated border attacks. The Regional Cooperation Initiative for the Elimination of the Lord's Resistance Army must be fully launched, and the composition of the Regional Task Force should be finalized so that it amounts to 5,000 troops.”
2014-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7171 (2014) · source
“My delegation would like to emphasize that successfully dealing with the threat of terrorist groups revolves around three cardinal points, that is, depriving them of a supportive environment and the ability to recruit; drying up their sources of financial support; and conducting targeted operations against such groups in order to weaken their structural capacities and institutional coherence. Concerted regional efforts must continue with a View to preventing those groups from utilizing the deteriorating situation in the Central African Republic and South Sudan and focusing on border control and full coordination among the States of the region and regional and international organizations.”
2014-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7171 (2014) · source
“While we hope that the general situation in the Central African Republic will subside, particularly after the entrenchment of the troops of the African-led International Support Mission in the Central African Republic and the imminent deployment of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic, addressing the consequences ofthe crisis, such as regional displacement, the growing menace posed by extremist groups and the persistent illicit trade in natural resources, will require cooperation and coordination among international and regional efforts and a full commitment by States of the region to fulfil their responsibilities and carry out their work to achieve security and stability.”
2014-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7171 (2014) · source
“Despite the international involvement in addressing the region's multiple and interconnected problems, the lack of sufficient international efforts to address their root causes leads us to continuously seek tentative and partial solutions, instead of achieving sustainable solutions. My delegation agrees with the contents of the Secretary-General's report (S/2014/319) on the impact of the crisis, which has ravaged the Central African Republic, on the sociopolitical and security situation of the region.”
2014-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7171 (2014) · source
“Mr. Omaish (Jordan) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Abou Moussa, for the information he presented to us this morning on the work ofthe United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA), as well as for his efforts during the most recent reporting period. We look forward to working with his successor. We express our appreciation to the UNOCA staff, given their considerable responsibilities in dealing with the various issues in the region. Undoubtedly, the volume of challenges facing the Central African region greatly exceeds the ability of its States to deal with them.”
2014-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7171 (2014) · source
“We encourage the Committee to continue conducting the necessary investigations of violations and to assess opportunities for ongoing engagement with the Iranian Government with a view to clarifying pending questions regarding violations cited in the report, especially with respect to the prohibited missiles launched during the Great Prophet VII military exercises, and to the arms shipment that was seized on 23 January 2013 aboard a vessel en route to Yemen. We appreciate the Committee's efforts to consult with other sanctions committees in issuing guidance to States on the implementation of targeted financial sanctions. Finally, we welcome the conclusion of the Geneva agreement on the joint action plan between Iran and the P5+l. However, at the same time, we urge the Committee to carry on its mandated tasks to the fullest possible extent.”
2014-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7146 (2014) · source
“Mr. Omaish (Jordan) (spoke in Arabic): My delegation welcomes the efforts of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) in assisting States and international organizations with issues related to the implementation of the resolutions imposing sanctions on Iran by providing guidance and answers to States' technical questions on the timeliness and accuracy of the implementation of the resolutions.”
2014-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7146 (2014) · source
“Such an effort would spare the world from the negative consequences of the crisis and its impact on international peace and security.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7144 (2014) · source
“We urge the United Nations to use its good offices to reconcile the positions of the two parties and to come up with a mechanism that would enable us to initiate dialogue and make progress. Clearly, the time has come to set up an international contact group to achieve that objective, to work with all parties on the ground and to cooperate with the various monitoring and observation groups, which could be deployed to verify the situation throughout all regions in Ukraine, including Crimea. The various parties to the crisis should refrain from actions that would lead to escalation. They should give pride of place to reconciliation, common sense and logic, and work with international organizations within the framework of the existing forums.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7144 (2014) · source
“We wish to reaffirm the fact that the instrument that governs all regions and parts of Ukraine's territory is the Constitution, which guarantees its territorial integrity and unity throughout all regions and parts of the country. That is why it is simply unacceptable to split off a part of its territory and have another country annex it. The international community should spare no effort to tackle the crisis and to encourage the parties to reach a solution that would protect their legitimate interests and rights, which would result, of course, in a return of Crimea to Ukrainian control. There is also a need to establish the necessary guarantees to protect the interests of the various sides. If ever an agreement were to be concluded to put an end to the crisis, it should include guarantees of minorities' rights in Ukraine.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7144 (2014) · source
“Mr. Omaish (Jordan) (spoke in Arabic): Jordan would like to express its concerns following the events of the crisis in Ukraine, especially in Crimea, given the fact that efforts undertaken to achieve a peaceful solution have unfortunately not yet been successful. We would like to reiterate the need to protect the sovereignty of Ukraine, its territorial integrity and its political independence. All territories and regions of Ukraine, including Crimea, fall under Ukrainian sovereignty. That fact is recognized by the international community and established by international law and, of course, the Charter of the United Nations, which is further complemented by relevant international treaties, such as the Budapest Memorandum of 1994 and the Treaty on Friendship, Cooperation and Partnership between Ukraine and the Russian Federation of 1997.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7144 (2014) · source
“Therefore, We believe that it will be useful at this stage to give the parties more time in the periods between the quarterly reports of the Secretary-General and their discussions by the Security Council, in order to focus on dialogue and the implementation of the Agreement. In conclusion, we express our appreciation for the efforts of to the Head of UNMIK and all its staff to implement the Mission's mandate in different areas.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“Thaci during his visit to the returning families in the village of Videje/Vidanje on the occasion of the Orthodox Christmas. We hope that UNMIK and other international organizations will continue to contribute to finding solutions to all those issues in order to build trust and achieve stronger reconciliation in the region. Jordan recognized Kosovo's independence in 2009. That independence is a de facto reality. We took note of all the positive developments that have taken place in Kosovo since the adoption of resolution 1244 (1999) and the deployment of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“We trust that that assassination will not have a negative impact on the political process. We commend the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX) and support its activities. Jordan commends its ongoing efforts to facilitate the implementation of provisions on the rule of law in the First Agreement of Principles Governing the Normalization of Relations. Jordan believes that it is vital to address, continuously and seriously, all post-conflict issues that have a major impact on the psychological state ofvarious local communities, such as the fate of missing persons and returnees, and the ethnic groups. In that regard, we welcome the commitment by the Kosovo authorities to facilitate the return of displaced Kosovo Serbs to their homes, as expressed by Mr.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“The elections held in different parts of the Republic of Kosovo, within a unique legislative framework and with participation by both local and international observers, were an important landmark on the path towards strengthening democratic institutions in Kosovo, as well as a necessary step towards achieving legitimate representation for local communities. The upcoming period will be crucial to strengthening the positive results of the elections. Jordan read with great interest the report of the Secretary-General (S/2014/68), particularly with respect to the security situation in Kosovo and the fact that the situation was relatively stable in the period under review, with a drop in crime rates. We regret the killing of the elected official in northern Mitrovica.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“While we commend the serious and continued efforts undertaken by the EU High Representative, Baroness Catherine Ashton, we believe that the European effort will not only help to overcome the challenges ahead, but also contribute to the promotion of a culture of dialogue and cooperation, stability and respect for human rights in the region. Jordan welcomes the concluion of the second round of the mayoral elections in the municipalities in Kosovo, which were organized in a peaceful manner in early December 2013. Jordan also commends the international presence in all its forms in Kosovo for all its efforts during each election rounds, in particular the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, which facilitated the holding of the elections in the northern municipalities as well as outside Kosovo.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“Jordan believes that it is incumbent upon both parties to build on the momentum created by the Agreement and move forward decisively to address pending aspects. In that regard, we commend the ongoing direct dialogue under the auspices of the EU between the Prime Ministers of Serbia and Kosovo, as well as the serious commitment shown by the parties during the meetings. We also commend the ongoing meetings of the technical working groups and their recent progress in implementing the agreement on the integral management of the check points. Jordan believes that the EU has a key role to play in accelerating progress in the dialogue.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“Mr. Omaish (Jordan) (spoke in Arabic): I thank Mr. Farid Zarif, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo for his comprehensive briefing. I would also like to welcome the Prime Minister of Republic of Serbia, His Excellency Mr. Ivica Dacie, and His Excellency Mr. Hashim Thaci, Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo, and thank them for their statements. We have all witnessed genuine political progress in the relations between Pristina and Belgrade during 2013, which is reflected, above all, by the First Agreement of Principles Governing the Normalization of Relations, an agreement that was facilitated by the European Union (EU) in April 2013.”
2014-02-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7108 (2014) · source
“An international community that insists on the enjoyment of human rights, freedom and dignity cannot remain silent about the collective punishment of an entire nation.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“On the basis of our active role in the maintenance of the holy Christian and Islamic places in the occupied territories, we call for international intervention to put an end to these violations and the Judaization process. We also call for an end to the ongoing suffering of Palestinian prisoners and detainees languishing in Israeli prisons. We welcome the recent signing of the Palestinian national reconciliation agreement. It is a step in the right direction on the path towards Palestinian reunification, and will fulfil the hopes of the Palestinian people for unified, responsible leadership that can meet the aspirations of the Palestinian people to establish their independent State. Jordan calls on the international community to work towards the lifting of the illegal embargo and blockade of the Gaza Strip.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“It must return to a pragmatic, practical and enlightened vision free from ideological paradoxes that can only negatively impact the situation and have adverse repercussions on international peace and security. It takes courage to make difficult decisions. Jordan therefore calls for a swift return to direct negotiations towards a final solution to the Palestinian question. However, Jordan believes that negotiations will be in vain so long as settlements continue to be built. Israel must also define a clear and precise position vis- a-vis the peace process. Jordan is deeply concerned over Israel's ongoing violations in the occupied Arab territories and its attempts to Judaize them, which will have a negative impact on the holy places of East Jerusalem.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mr. Omaish (Jordan) (spoke in Arabic): The Palestinian people has aspired for decades to enjoy the same political, economic and social rights enjoyed by the rest of the world, foremost among which is the right to sovereignty over their own national territory, freedom and dignity. They have a basic, universally recognized right to an independent State, with East Jerusalem as its capital, living side by side with Israel within the borders of 4 June 1967. Jordan warns against the outbreak of conflict, war and anarchy due to Israeli intransigence in addressing the Palestinian question. Israel continues to procrastinate and to squander opportunities to establish peace.”
2011-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6590Resumption1 (2011) · source