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first: 2017-03-15
most recent: 2020-03-12
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“We reiterate our position that Israeli settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territories are illegal under international law. They undermine the prospects for ending the occupation and achieving a negotiated two- State-solution. We note that the most recent proposal submitted by the United States includes an immediate temporary halt to the expansion of existing settlements. Adherence to that proposal would be an important step in building confidence in renewed efforts towards negotiations and would be in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions. We remain extremely concerned about the repeated statements by Israeli officials alluding to or announcing an intended annexation of the Jordan Valley and other parts of the occupied West Bank.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8717 (2020) · source
“We noted that the international community expressed its willingness to support the parties in returning to direct negotiations. Both parties are therefore invited to submit suggestions for multilateral formats to advance discussions on proposals for the Middle East peace process, including the recent proposals by the United States. Meanwhile, we call on both sides, as well as relevant actors in the region, to show their commitment to a negotiated solution to the conflict through confidence-building measures. One of the main obstacles to a political settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict remains the ongoing Israeli occupation and the continued settlement activities in the territories occupied since 1967.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8717 (2020) · source
“The most recent proposals by the United States contain detailed provisions for future negotiations that merit thorough analysis and discussion, as they raise a number of pertinent questions of great importance to both parties. We therefore believe that establishing or reviving a multilateral format would enable us to elaborate the most recent proposal and others before it. Those discussions could be helpful in achieving the shared objective of creating an environment conducive to the resumption of meaningful and genuine negotiations between the parties to resolve all permanent-status issues and to achieve a negotiated, just and viable solution to the conflict. We welcome the proposals to that effect and have taken note of President Abbas’s ideas in that regard.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8717 (2020) · source
“The Middle East peace process has been stalled for too long, and the absence of direct negotiations towards a just, comprehensive and lasting solution to the conflict is source of frustration, first and foremost for the people in Israel and for the Palestinians, who desperately need and want peace. We therefore welcome fresh thinking and any efforts that aim at reviving the political process and reaffirm our belief that any viable proposal for direct negotiations must be accepted by both parties. The previous resolutions of the Council reflect both international law as well as parameters for negotiations that both parties have previously accepted in negotiations.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8717 (2020) · source
“We therefore call on the parties to the conflict, and on all international stakeholders, to refrain from taking any measures that risk undermining the viability of a negotiated two-State solution on the basis of international law, all relevant United Nations resolutions and the internationally agreed parameters. We have taken note of the proposals presented by United States in relation to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and have determined that they depart from the internationally agreed parameters, notably on the final-status issues, with regard to the status of Jerusalem, future borders and Israeli settlements.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8717 (2020) · source
“We continue to believe that the two-State solution is the only viable solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that meets Israeli and Palestinian security needs, fulfils Palestinian aspirations for statehood and sovereignty, ends the occupation that began in 1967, resolves all permanent-status issues and guarantees equal rights for all. Unilateral actions and creating facts on the ground in order to impose a certain outcome are counterproductive and will neither bring about a just and lasting solution nor lead to a sustainable peace and security. To achieve a just and lasting solution, final status issues, including the issues related to borders, the status of Jerusalem, security and the refugee situation, must be resolved through direct negotiations between both parties.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8717 (2020) · source
“First of all, let me extend a very special welcome to His Excellency President Abbas. Let me also thank the Secretary-General, Special Coordinator Mladenov and Ambassador Danon for their remarks and statements. I would also like to extend a special welcome to the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, His Excellency Mr. Ahmed Aboul-Gheit. Germany remains firmly committed to a negotiated two-State solution, based on 4 June 1967 lines, with equivalent land swaps, as may be agreed between the parties, with Jerusalem as the future capital of both States, and with the State of Israel and an independent, democratic, contiguous, sovereign and viable State of Palestine, living side by side in peace, security and mutual recognition.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8717 (2020) · source
“Women are particularly affected by violent conflict and terrorism. However, as the report shows, women are not only victims of terrorism but are also taking on a more important operative role within ISIL. Therefore, female radicalization and women linked to, and operating for, terrorist groups should also become a priority item on our agenda. Let me conclude by stressing once again that international cooperation based on adhering to international law and principles is key to our success. Going it alone and questioning our values means playing into terrorist hands.”
2020-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8716 (2020) · source
“That is why we must ensure that human rights, international humanitarian law and the rule of law are respected in the fight against terrorism, which will increase trust in State structures. In that context, I would like to underline the need for international mechanisms that ensure due diligence is done and, in that regard, commend the Ombudsperson to the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee, Mr. Daniel Kipfer Fasciati, for his exemplary work, which is vital to the credibility, fairness and effectiveness of the sanctions regime. Thirdly, I would like to stress the importance of including a gender perspective in the work of the Council, particularly in the lead-up to the twentieth anniversary of resolution 1325 (2000). The gender dimension plays an important role in countering the terrorist threat in a number of ways.”
2020-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8716 (2020) · source
“Our values strengthen our credibility and enable us to defeat terrorist ideology. As soon as we are perceived as employing methods similar to those used by the very terrorists we claim to fight, we have lost the battle for hearts and minds. Counter-terrorism measures must never serve as a pretext for human rights violations. Yet there are multiple examples around the world of counter-terrorism measures that indiscriminately target ethnic or religious minorities, in violation of international human rights law. Furthermore, the exclusion of ethnic or religious minorities can cause marginalized persons to turn to violent extremism and fall into the hands of terrorist networks. It is therefore additionally counterproductive in trying to prevent terrorism.”
2020-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8716 (2020) · source
“No fight can be won by military means alone, which definitely holds true for the fight against terrorism as well. Such a fight includes, among other things, finding a common approach to dealing with returning foreign terrorist fighters and their families in terms of prosecution and criminal justice, as well as deradicalization, rehabilitation and reintegration. It is obvious that civil society plays a very important role in that regard, too. Furthermore, we need to counter terrorist financing, including through social media platforms or new methods, such as cryptocurrencies. We are particularly committed to supporting the work of the Financial Action Task Force as the international standard-setter on counter-financing. Secondly, any reaction to terrorism must be in line with our standards and principles.”
2020-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8716 (2020) · source
“On the first issue, international, regional and subregional cooperation remain crucial to successfully fighting terrorism. A transnational threat can be overcome only through joint, comprehensive international action. In that regard, we would like to express our appreciation for the broad scope of United Nations activities in the field of counter-terrorism, as outlined in the Secretary-General’s report (S/2020/95), and we commend the women and men in the field who do the actual work, members of the armed forces and law enforcement agencies and others on the front line. It is the Council’s duty to ensure a comprehensive approach to counter-terrorism, while balancing preventive and repressive measures, in order to achieve sustainable long-term success in the fight against terrorism.”
2020-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8716 (2020) · source
“We are concerned that the terrorist threat remains imminent despite the military defeat of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in Syria and the death of Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi, as demonstrated by the very disturbing increase in ISIL-linked terrorist activities in West Africa, the Sahel and the Lake Chad basin. Countering terrorism and violent extremism needs to remain at the top of our international security agenda. I would like to briefly touch on three issues that seem very important to us: the need for international cooperation on, and a comprehensive approach to, counter-terrorism; the need for any reaction to terrorism to be in line with our standards and principles; and the importance of including a gender perspective in the Council’s work on counter-terrorism.”
2020-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8716 (2020) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Voronkov and Executive Director Coninsx for their comprehensive and insightful briefings. I would like to say a special thanks to Ms. Mona Freij for her powerful and sobering statement. That serves to underline the importance of the Security Council being briefed by civil society representatives and is a clear reminder that effective counter-terrorism depends to a great extent on civil society. The role and influence of civil society in preventing individuals from falling prey to the false promises of terrorist groups cannot be overestimated.”
2020-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8716 (2020) · source
“We would like to underline that we see the efforts of the Central African Republic, hand in hand with its international partners, as part of an ongoing process. We therefore strongly encourage the authorities of the Central African Republic to continue their efforts in making further progress on the benchmarks, particularly with regard to security sector reform, the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process and the management of weapons and ammunition.”
2020-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8712 (2020) · source
“Germany is committed to combating that scourge, including through our support for the African Union Silencing the Guns initiative. In that context, I wish to stress the importance of the responsibility that we have placed on the shoulders of the Government of the Central African Republic today, namely, to administer additional categories of arms and to live up to the highest standards in assuming that responsibility. We urge the Central African Republic to live up to the responsibility to tightly control any arms delivered to it, to use them only in strict compliance with all legal conditions, including international human rights and humanitarian law, and to prevent any risk of proliferation.”
2020-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8712 (2020) · source
“We remain deeply concerned about the situation in the Central African Republic given the instability, violence and continuing attacks on civilians — as we sadly witnessed again just a few days ago in Bria. We remain convinced that the sanctions regime, including the arms embargo, is an important element to accompany the Government of the Central African Republic on its way towards stability, peace and development. Guided by that understanding of the importance of the sanctions regime, as well as the need to send a clear and positive signal to the Government of the Central African Republic, we have shown flexibility in the negotiations, despite our concerns. Today’s decision must also be seen against the background of the widespread availability and proliferation of small arms in Africa. Those arms are a major driver of conflict.”
2020-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8712 (2020) · source
“The Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic and the ongoing implementation efforts, as well as the overall political process, are encouraging and positive signs. We also welcome the country’s continuing work with regard to security sector reform, the disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation process and the management of weapons and ammunition. We would like to assure the Government of the Central African Republic of Germany’s support, which we extend through the European Union and its Military Training Mission in the Central African Republic, but also as one of the biggest bilateral donors of humanitarian assistance in support of the people of the Central African Republic. Yet, we also see that there is still a lot of work to be done.”
2020-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8712 (2020) · source
“We welcome today’s adoption of resolution 2507 (2020) to renew the sanctions regime in the Central African Republic and we thank the penholder for its perseverance in trying to consolidate and bridge the views shared by the Council members. We engaged in these negotiations with the aim of sending a signal of unity to the Central African Republic and its people. That is particularly important because this year, with the upcoming elections, will be crucial to the stability and future of the country. It is regrettable that this unity could not be fully reached in the end. We commend the Government of the Central African Republic for the hard work, commitment and results achieved over the past year.”
2020-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8712 (2020) · source
“The risk of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) resurging and committing terrorist acts in the region and beyond remains indubitably real. We are committed to ensuring the defeat of ISIL and other United Nations-designated terrorist groups. We also reject any resettlement of Syrian refugees into north-east Syria - or into any other part of Syria, in fact - that is not a safe, dignified, and voluntary return to the homes of those refugees or Violates the rights of the local population. We remain concerned about a deterioration of the humanitarian situation in north-east Syria and reiterate our call to all parties to ensure safe and unhindered humanitarian access for all Syrians currently in need of it.”
2019-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8696 (2019) · source
“However, the fight against terrorism does not justify indiscriminate attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure. I would like to say a final word about the situation in north-east Syria. The risk ofa further destabilization of the whole region persists, and we therefore call upon all actors in the north-east to immediately implement a lasting ceasefire and halt all military operations. We are concerned by the increased use of improvised explosive devices in residential neighbourhoods and local markets that have mainly been carried out in areas under the control of Turkish forces and affiliated armed groups. We deplore the loss of human lives and strongly condemn any indiscriminate attack on civilians.”
2019-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8696 (2019) · source
“We reiterate our call for a genuine and lasting ceasefire, the protection of civilians and adherence to international humanitarian law. We condemn the recent air strikes and ground-based strikes by Syrian regime forces and their allies, which resulted in further civilian casualties. Strikes against civilians and civilian infrastructure are inexcusable; they are a violation of international law and have to be part of the investigation by the Commission ofInquiry. The Syrian regime and its allies must comply with their obligations under international law and protect civilians and civilian infrastructure. We are concerned by the presence and attacks of Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham and other United Nations- designated terrorist groups in Idlib, and we agree that the role of terrorist organizations in Idlib must be addressed.”
2019-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8696 (2019) · source
“The Syrian regime must therefore finally inform the families of the tens of thousands of missing persons of the fate of their loved ones, grant the United Nations or the International Committee of the Red Cross unconditional access to all detention facilities under its control, allow persons in custody access to medical treatment, and release all political prisoners and arbitrarily detained prisons, starting with incarcerated minors and the sick. We also call on Russia and Iran to use their influence over Damascus in this regard. I shall now turn to the situation in Idlib. We are deeply concerned about the ongoing military attacks, including air strikes, in the so-called de-escalation zone of Idlib and remain extremely worried about a potential large-scale military offensive in and around Idlib.”
2019-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8696 (2019) · source
“Since our meeting at the beginning of August dedicated to the issue of detainees and missing persons (see S/PV. 8593), there has unfortunately been no progress on ending these gravest of human rights violations. On the contrary, in recent months, there have once again been credible reports on an increased number of detainees being transferred to the infamous Sednaya military prison in order to be executed without a fair trial. At the same time, the Astana working group on detentions and abductions in the Syrian conflict has unfortunately not been able to agree on a prisoner exchange and has not advanced on the issue. However, meaningful progress on this issue is crucial in order to build confidence.”
2019-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8696 (2019) · source
“The Syrian regime has arbitrarily detained tens of thousands of innocent Syrians merely because they dared to make use of their freedom of expression. The Syrian regime has tortured thousands of innocent Syrians to death merely because they dared to ask for political reform and freedom in Syria. Calling ordinary citizens terrorists in order to create the pretext for their arrest and torture is outrageous. Arbitrary arrests, torture, sexual violence, forced disappearances and extrajudicial killings of detainees continue, even in so-called reconciled areas. The Syrian regime's systematic use of the worst methods of torture is sickening - even children continue to be among the victims. The Syrian regime must stop such acts immediately.”
2019-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8696 (2019) · source
“Germany is the second-largest bilateral donor in terms of humanitarian assistance to Syria. However, when it comes to the issue of reconstruction, we remain steadfast in our position. Germany and other States members of the European Union will only assist in the reconstruction of Syria when a comprehensive, genuine and inclusive political transition is firmly under way. Ms. Altalli's briefing was a stark reminder that every time we speak about the Syrian conflict, we must not forget its root causes. It was, first and foremost, the Syrian regime's policy of brutal violence, repression and persecution that caused this conflict, and this policy is still keeping Syrian internally displaced persons and refugees from returning home.”
2019-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8696 (2019) · source
“The current situation illustrates that the launch of the Constitutional Committee is merely a first step towards a political solution to the Syrian conflict. Nevertheless, we remain convinced that its meetings can be helpful to build some trust and therefore become a door-opener for the broader political process, as outlined in resolution 2254 (2015). However, in order for that to happen, all sides need to seriously engage. The establishment of the Constitutional Committee in itself is not the political transition that was called for in resolution 2254 (2015) and the Geneva communique of2012 (S/20l2/522, annex). We need a genuine political process under the auspices of the United Nations that will lead to actual change in Syria and a post-conflict order that fulfils the legitimate hopes of the Syrian people for peace and security.”
2019-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8696 (2019) · source
“At the outset, let me thank Special Envoy Pedersen and Ms. Altalli for their briefings. We are deeply disappointed that the Syrian regime has, at the last meeting ofthe Constitutional Committee, yet again deployed its strategy of obstruction, delay and tactical games. That is all the more disappointing after the first round was more successful than many had expected. Unfortunately, it is a pattern that we have seen all too often over the past years - by creating artificial discussions on agenda items, the regime wants to avoid any real and substantive debate. Unfortunately, that goes hand in hand with repeated statements by Bashar Al-Assad, in which he disassociates himself from the Constitutional Committee. We therefore strongly urge the Syrian regime to stop obstructing and finally fully commit to the constitutional process.”
2019-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8696 (2019) · source
“We look forward to further reporting to the Council, and I recall and reaffirm the assessment announced on 23 September by the E3 Heads of State and Government. Before concluding, let me stress that we all need to contribute to the easing of tensions in the region. The dynamics of the past six months are dangerous and need to be redirected towards de-escalation, restraint and dialogue. We strongly support such efforts, which are crucial to ensuring security and stability in the region.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“We strongly call on Iran to comply with all provisions of resolution 2231 (2015), including annex B, and we encourage all States to continue taking appropriate steps to ensure effective respect for and compliance with the provisions contained in annex B. As other representatives referred to this earlier, let me say that we fully stand behind the scope and methodology of the report. Resolution 2231 (2015) mandates the Secretary-General to examine and report on the implementation of the entire resolution, including all its annexes. Therefore, we fully support the 2231 (2015) team of the Secretariat looking into cases of the possible illicit transfer of missiles, missile technology and conventional weapons. With regard to the Aramco attacks, we welcome the fact that United Nations experts are involved in the ongoing investigations.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“In our view, that includes space-launch vehicles using such missile technology. Furthermore, we are deeply concerned about the continued indications of illicit arms transfer activities by Iran, in particular with regard to missiles and missile technology, as we highlighted in the joint E3 letter of 21 November. It is extremely troubling that the recipients of missile technology transfers seem to be armed non-State actors. Such proliferation is highly destabilizing and could aggravate the conflict dynamics in the region in a serious way. Iran must cease those transfer activities at once. The Secretary-General's report also points to possible violations of the travel ban and assets freeze provisions of the resolution. Those need to be investigated.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“Together with our E3 partners, we are ready to use, in good faith, all available instruments provided by the JCPOA. Our goal is and remains to preserve the JCPOA. Turning to annex B of resolution 2231 (2015), the full and effective implementation of annex B is highly important for regional and international stability. Again, the findings of the Secretary-General with regard to Iran's ballistic missile activities and arms transfers give rise to serious concerns. Iran is continuing to advance the scope and precision of its ballistic missile arsenal, as we have outlined in a number of E3 letters to the Secretary-General, most recently on 21 November. Tests and launches of ballistic missiles designed to be capable of delivering nuclear weapons are inconsistent with paragraph 3 of annex B.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“We are deeply concerned about Iran's lack of compliance with the JCPOA. The deliberate steps Iran has taken since July violate core provisions and increasingly undermine the value of the JCPOA for nuclear non-proliferation. We urge Iran to reverse those measures and return to full compliance without delay. Let me note here that the issue of Iran's compliance is a matter of concern to all remaining JCPOA participants. That issue is being addressed intensively within the formats of the JCPOA, in particular at the latest meeting of the Joint Commission on 6 December, as well as during the ministerial meeting of the JCPOA participants that was held on the margins of the high- level week at the General Assembly. We will continue to work hard to find a viable solution within the framework of the JCPOA to this compliance issue.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is firmly based on the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and strengthens the global nuclear non-proliferation architecture. The JCPOA is an important asset for security in the region and beyond. Preserving the JCPOA is therefore in our shared European security interests and, as we see it, in the interests of all. We welcome and reiterate the Secretary-General's call for the full and effective implementation of the JCPOA by all participants. We have upheld our commitments under the JCPOA and will continue to do so. We also wish to recall that paragraph 2 of resolution 2231 (2015) calls on all States Members of the United Nations to refrain "from actions that undermine implementation of commitments under the JCPOA".”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo and the Facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) for their briefings. I would also like to extend a particularly warm welcome to Ambassador Olof Skoog in his new role as Head of the Delegation of the European Union to the United Nations and thank him for his briefing. We also thank the Secretary- General and the Secretariat team for delivering yet another thorough, well-evidenced and balanced report (S/2019/934). The turn of events since we last discussed the implementation of resolution 2231 in June (see S/PV.8564) is very worrying. Nevertheless, our assessment remains the same.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8695 (2019) · source
“Ahmad Harun. All are believed to be in detention in Khartoum. In our View, it is crucial that they eventually face justice with regard to their responsibilities for the situation in Darfur, not only on charges of corruption but for events that took place over the past years. We call on all United Nations States Members, in particular those on the Security Council, to keep up their support for the Court in order to end impunity. We also call on those States that have not yet joined the Rome Statute to consider doing so.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“Al-Bashir, which indicated that a number of other cases are pending against him, including in relation to the 1989 coup d'etat that brought him to power and to crimes against humanity in Darfur. However, if justice for crimes under international criminal law are not part of the national jurisdiction, the Sudan should cooperate with the United Nations and the International Criminal Court (ICC) in the interest of ensuring accountability. Germany strongly supports the ICC with regard to its investigations concerning all serious crimes committed since 2005. Those crimes cannot go unpunished. We have also taken good note of the Prosecutor's statement regarding the confirmation by the representative of the Sudan that investigations by the Sudanese Public Prosecutor were ongoing in relation to Mr. Al-Bashir, Mr. Abdel Raheem Hussein and Mr.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“Ending impunity for the most serious crimes is critical for preventing further grave crimes and constitutes the foundation of a peaceful and prosperous future for the country. We concur with the Prosecutor that accountability for crimes under the Rome Statute and full respect for the rule of law and human rights are indispensable prerequisites for sustainable peace, stability and development in the Sudan. In line with the principle of complementarity, it is the primary responsibility of the territorial states to investigate and prosecute crimes under the Rome Statute. In that vein, we have taken good note of the statement issued by the Sudan's Public Prosecutor, as reported by Prosecutor Bensouda, shortly after the verdict on Mr.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“The democratic aspirations of the Sudanese people necessarily include Sudanese-led transitional justice, which is why we look forward to learning more about the transitional Government's ideas on transitional justice Good governance, the rule of law, respect for human rights and free elections are key factors on the way to achieving lasting peace and stability. We also know that reconciliation is fundamental to that end, but that it can happen only when those who are responsible for atrocities, especially in the Darfur conflict, are held accountable and prosecuted. Germany therefore encourages the authorities in the Sudan to ensure accountability and make headway towards the future by addressing the past.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“First of all, I wish to thank Prosecutor Bensouda for her comprehensive report on the situation in the Sudan, particularly with regard to jurisdiction over very serious crimes, atrocities and human rights violations that have been committed in Darfur. Germany witnesses with much respect the promising yet fragile political developments in the Sudan. We will continue to support the Sudan on its path to a truly civilian Government, formed on the basis of free elections, in order to fulfil the democratic aspirations of the Sudanese people.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“Against the background of the critical financial situation of UNRWA, we encourage other donors to similarly continue their financial support to the Agency by disbursing the funds they have pledged.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“In this context, we welcome the ongoing intra-Palestinian discussions on the holding of legislative and presidential elections in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem and Gaza, as this could give renewed democratic legitimacy and strengthen national unity. Before I conclude, let me also say a word on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). Germany welcomes the renewal of the UNRWA mandate for three years as UNRWA continues to contribute to stability in the region by providing humanitarian assistance, health services and education. As the largest bilateral donor, Germany remains firmly committed to UNRWA and continues to significantly contribute to the UNRWA budget.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“We remain steadfast in our commitment to Israel's security and stress Israel's rights to self-defence and to react adequately and proportionally to attacks against its territory. Incidents with innocent civilian victims must, however, be thoroughly investigated and accountability for violations of international law must be ensured. I should like to say a word on the situation in Gaza. The three serious military escalations in 2019 in and around Gaza are deeply concerning and highlight the urgent need for a sustainable, long-term solution to the ongoing humanitarian and economic crisis in Gaza. We call upon both Israel and the Palestinian Authority to do their respective part in order to improve the situation in Gaza.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“Resolution 2334 (2016) needs to be fully implemented, not only with regard to settlement activities but also with regard to acts of terror, violence against civilians, incitement, provocative actions and inflammatory rhetoric. We welcome the fact that the report of the Secretary-General also focuses on these obstacles to achieving peace and share his grave concerns about the continuing violence, terrorist attacks against civilians, incitement and provocative rhetoric and actions. Germany condemns all attacks on Israel in the strongest possible terms, including the repeated firing of rockets from Gaza into Israel. Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad must stop firing rockets into Israel. There is no justification for the firing of rockets into Israel or any other form of terrorism.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“We remain extremely concerned about repeated statements alluding to or even announcing an intended annexation of the Jordan Valley and other parts of the occupied West Bank. Should such statements turn into actual Government policy or law, that would constitute a clear violation of international law. We strongly advise any Israeli Government against taking any steps in this direction as they would have serious, negative repercussions on the viability of the two-State solution and the entire peace process. We also reiterate that Germany will continue to distinguish between the territory of the State of Israel and the territories occupied since 1967 and that we will not recognize any changes to the 4 June 1967 lines, including with regard to Jerusalem, other than those agreed by the parties.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“The year 2019 marks a record year in the expansion of Israeli settlement activity and the legalization of settlement outposts since the adoption of resolution 2334 (2016). This is a matter of serious concern to us. We also remain gravely concerned about an increased number of demolitions and seizures of Palestinian- owned structures across the West Bank, including donor-financed humanitarian projects and evictions of Palestinians from their homes in East Jerusalem. As noted by the Secretary-General in his report, these demolitions also affected 26 structures financed by international donors. We therefore call upon Israel to end the expansion of settlements, the legalization of settlement outposts, the confiscation of Palestinian land and evictions from and the demolition and seizure of Palestinian-owned structures.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“We therefore call on all the parties to the conflict, but also on all international stakeholders, to refrain from taking any measures that risk undermining the viability of a negotiated two-State solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on the basis of the internationally agreed parameters. One of the main obstacles to a political settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict remains the ongoing Israeli occupation and the continued settlement activities in the territories occupied since 1967. We reiterate our position that Israeli settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territories are illegal under international law and undermine the prospects for ending the occupation and achieving a negotiated two- State solution.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“We continue to believe that the two-State solution is the only viable solution to the Israeli- Palestinian conflict that meets Israeli and Palestinian security needs, fulfils Palestinian aspirations for statehood and sovereignty, ends the occupation that began in 1967, resolves all permanent-status issues and guarantees equal rights for all inhabitants. We support any effort that is aimed at reviving the political process as long as it is in line with international law, ensures equal rights and is acceptable to both parties, Israelis and Palestinians. Unilateral actions or creating facts on the ground will, however, neither help to reach a just and lasting solution nor lead to a sustainable peace.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“At the outset, let me thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his briefing and Ms. Raemer for her remarks. Three years have passed since the adoption of resolution 2334 (2016), but as the Secretary-General notes in his latest report (S/2019/938), the situation on the ground has continuously deteriorated over that period. We thank the Secretary-General for his balanced report. We are greatly concerned by his observations with regard to the implementation of the resolution and the current status of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Germany remains firmly committed to a negotiated two-State solution based on the internationally agreed parameters.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, let me thank Ambassador Wronecka for her tireless efforts as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015) concerning South Sudan and for her dedication to improving the situation of the people of South Sudan.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source