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“I thank Ms. Zerrougui for her briefing. I also convey to her, on behalf of every member of the Security Council, our strong support for the work she does and for the efforts of the men and women in the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, sometimes under very difficult circumstances. I now give the floor to Ambassador Alotaibi.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8318 (2018) · source
“Zerrougui; Ambassador Mansour Alotaibi, Permanent Representative of Kuwait, in his capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004) concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo; and Ms. Bihamba. I now give the floor to Ms. Zerrougui.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8318 (2018) · source
“I wish to draw the attention of Council members to the following documents: S/2018/528, which contains a letter dated 1 June 2018 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council; S/2018/531, which contains a letter dated 20 May 2018 from the Group of Experts on the Democratic Republic of the Congo addressed to the President of the Security Council; 8/2018/655, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; and S/2018/727, which contains a letter dated 18 July 2018 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council. At this meeting, the Council will hear briefings by Ms.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8318 (2018) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Ms. Leila Zerrougui, Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; and Ms. Justine Masika Bihamba, Synergy of Women for Victims of Sexual Violence. Ms. Zerrougui is joining via video-teleconference from Kinshasa. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8318 (2018) · source
“In favour: Bolivia (Plurinational State of), China, Cote d'Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, France, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Netherlands, Peru, Poland, Russian Federation, Sweden, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and United States of America The President: The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2430 (2018). The meeting rose at 10.15 am.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8317 (2018) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that the presidency of the Council has met with the representatives of the parties, who have confirmed that they maintain their well-known positions vis-a-vis the item on the Council's agenda. On the basis of those meetings, with the consent of the members of the Council, the presidency has drawn the conclusion that the Council can proceed to take a decision on the draft resolution before it. Ifl hear no objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by Show ofhana's.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8317 (2018) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document 8/2018/737, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to documents S/2018/610, which contains the report ofthe Secretary- General on progress towards a settlement in Cyprus, and S/2018/676, the report of the Secretary- General on the United Nations operation in Cyprus. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8317 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council expresses the intention to continue to closely follow the electoral process, including progress on the electoral preparations, and in this regard looks forward to the thorough verification of registered voters following the completion of the registration process, and requests UNAMA to provide an update to Council members on key developments and progress regarding electoral preparations within one month of the adoption of this statement." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/ZOlS/lS. I now give the floor to the representative of Afghanistan.”
2018-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8315 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council emphasizes the need for appropriate electoral observation missions to be in place, and welcomes the intention of international partners to provide support at the request of the Afghan Government, and calls on all parties to facilitate and respect the observers' work. "The Security Council reaffirms its commitment to the ability of all Afghan citizens throughout Afghanistan to exercise their civil and political rights, and reiterates its continued support for the Afghan Government and people of Afghanistan in their pursuit of democratic development, prosperity and durable peace.”
2018-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8315 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council stresses the importance of addressing sexual and gender-based violence against female voters and candidates. "The Security Council stresses the importance of a secure environment for conducting elections, condemns in the strongest terms those who resort to violence to obstruct the electoral process, including the Taliban and ISIL (Da'esh) affiliates, and commends the resiliency, progress and exceptional courage displayed by the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces in their leading role in securing their country. "The Security Council welcomes the commitment by civil society to conduct observation at every polling station to monitor voting, counting, tabulating and transmission of results.”
2018-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8315 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council calls on all parties concerned to adhere to the fundamental requirements laid out by the electoral law and all other relevant regulations and to uphold the highest standards of integrity throughout this important and historic process, so that the final outcome reflects the will of the people of Afghanistan. "The Security Council emphasizes the central role of UNAMA, in cooperation with the wider United Nations system, and in close consultation and coordination with the Government of Afghanistan, in supporting the organization of elections and the strengthening of electoral reform efforts by providing technical assistance and capacity-building and by coordinating international assistance efforts.”
2018-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8315 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council underscores the importance of developing sustainable democratic institutions in Afghanistan based on inclusive, transparent and credible elections, and stresses the need to promote the full and safe participation of women, as well as members of minority groups, including ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities, both as voters and candidates. "The Security Council reaffirms its strong commitment to the sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity and national unity of Afghanistan and in this regard underscores its support to the Afghan electoral process as a fully Afghan-led and Afghan-owned process.”
2018-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8315 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council recalls that the Afghan Government, political leaders and the Independent Election Commission and Electoral Complaints Commission carry the primary responsibility to create the necessary conditions for credible elections to take place. "The Security Council emphasizes the need to address remaining challenges and to accelerate progress in electoral preparations, which requires without further delay the completion of outstanding issues, including the approval of candidates to fill critical vacancies within the Independent Election Commission and the Electoral Complaints Commission, the establishment of a central database of all registered voters that identifies irregularities, as well as the publication of a final list of candidates.”
2018-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8315 (2018) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Afghanistan to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. After consultations among Council members, I have been authorized to make the following statement on their behalf: "The Security Council notes the conclusion of the voter registration process in Afghanistan on 18 July, which according to preliminary data of the Independent Election Commission of Afghanistan saw more than 8.9 million Afghans register, including more than 3 million women, in order to exercise their democratic right to vote at the upcoming parliamentary and district council elections on 20 October 2018 and in the 2019 presidential elections.”
2018-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8315 (2018) · source
“In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2018/649, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel. I now give the floor to Mr. Chambas.”
2018-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8313 (2018) · source
“In favour: Bolivia (Plurinational State of), China, C6te d'Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, France, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Netherlands, Peru, Poland, Russian Federation, Sweden, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States ofAmerica The President: The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2429 (2018). I now give the floor to the representative of the Sudan.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8311 (2018) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of the Sudan to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2018/693, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by Show thands.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8311 (2018) · source
“The Council should stand ready to consider further targeted measures against individuals who incite violence or seek to derail the peace process. At the same time, we should also be ready to respond to positive developments. To give the peace effort the best possible prospects for success, it is imperative that, as we move forward now, we stand unified and speak with one voice to the parties. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of South Sudan.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“We therefore support the imposition of a United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan, and it is for this reason that we voted in favour of resolution 2428 (2018), adopted today. A regionally brokered and inclusive political solution remains the only viable means of achieving peace. We commend the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and the wider region for their efforts towards such a political solution. This process must continue with vigour, and the Council must carefully consider how to best support the regional effort in order to also make a real difference on the ground, including by striking the right balance between encouragement and credible pressure. But most importantly, genuine goodwill and compromise must be shown by the countries' leaders, putting the interests of the people first.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“It is clear that the last thing needed in South Sudan at this moment is more weapons. Indeed, in the light of the commitments to a ceasefire made in Khartoum, which we welcome, the parties should have no need for them. Instead, all efforts and resources should be urgently directed at responding to the dire humanitarian situation. Doing so would help alleviate the suffering of the 7 million South Sudanese in need of humanitarian assistance. Unhindered humanitarian access must be ensured. As the Emergency Relief Coordinator said in May, "Ending violence is the first and single most important thing needed to alleviate human suffering". Additional weapons should not be able to reach parties that seem set on prolonging the conflict.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“In addition, the recentjoint report by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, as well as reports from the Panel of Experts on South Sudan, contain harrowing accounts of violence against civilians, including widespread sexual and gender-based violence. The situation for women and girls is extremely difficult. This must come to an end. Along with other Council members, we share a deep sense of frustration. The Council has stated its determination to ensure that the parties abide by their commitments, obligations and responsibilities. As the violence and mass atrocities continue, in flagrant disregard of international law and in violation of agreed ceasefires, the international community cannot stand idly by.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Sweden. For millions of people in South Sudan, the long wait for their leaders to put an end to the fighting is not over. Despite the commendable efforts of the region to broker an agreement, the parties have not yet made the necessary compromises, and the fighting continues. Indeed, the ongoing efforts to unilaterally extend the mandates of Salva Kiir and the transitional Parliament raises questions as to whether participation in the negotiations is taking place in good faith. The Secretary-General, in his report (S/2018/609) following resolution 2418 (2018), has confirmed that the fighting has not ceased.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote. A vote was taken by show ofhands. In favour: Cote d'lvoire, France, Kuwait, Netherlands, Peru, Poland, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States of America Against: None Abstaining: Bolivia (Plurinational State of), China, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Kazakhstan, Russian Federation The President: The draft resolution received 9 votes in favour and 6 abstentions. The draft resolution has been adopted as resolution 2428 (2018). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of South Sudan to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document 8/2018/691, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United States of America. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements before the vote.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council reaffirms its strong commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of the Central African Republic, and recalls the importance of the principles of non-interference, good- neighbourliness and regional cooperation." (spoke in English) This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2018/14. The meeting rose at 10.20 am.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council expresses its deep concern for the humanitarian situation in the Central African Republic, including the alarming situation of refugees and internally displaced persons, where nearly half of the population is in need of humanitarian assistance. The Security Council reiterates its demand that all parties allow and facilitate the full, safe, immediate and unhindered access for the timely delivery of humanitarian assistance to populations in need. The Security Council encourages Member States to scale up funding to urgently respond to the humanitarian needs in the country identified in the 2018 humanitarian responseplan.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“The Security Council welcomes the ongoing good collaboration between the Central African authorities and international partners, including MINUSCA and EUTM-RCA, for the progressive and sustainable redeployment of the Central African armed forces and internal security forces trained by EUTM-RCA and other internationalpartners,withinthebroaderframework of the extension of the State authority and security, and underlines the importance of capacity-building actions in support of internal security forces. The Security Council expresses in this regard its intent to review the recommendations that the Secretary- General transmitted to the Security Council, as requested in operative paragraph 43 (a) (iv) of resolution 2387 (2017).”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council welcomes the work carried out by the European Union Military Training Mission in the Central African Republic (EUTM-RCA), as well as the support of other international and regional partners to the training and the enhancement of capacities of the national security and defence forces, and encourages effective coordination with MINUSCA and EUTM-RCA in this regard.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council notes the various measures taken by MINUSCA and troop- and police-contributing countries to combat sexual exploitation and abuse, which has led to a reduction in reported cases, but still expresses grave concern over numerous allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse reportedly committed by peacekeepers in the CAR, as well as by non-United Nations forces, and reiterates the need for troop- and police-contributing countries, and as appropriate, MINUSCA, to promptly investigate those allegations in a credible and transparent manner and for those responsible for such criminal offences and misconduct to be held to account, and further stresses the need to prevent such sexual exploitation and abuse and to improve how these allegations are addressed in line with resolution 2272 (2016).”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“The Security Council also welcomes current efforts by the Secretariat to generate the additional authorized forces without delay to increase MINUSCA's flexibility and mobility pursuant to operative paragraph 32 of resolution 2387 (2017).”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council pays tribute to the bravery of United Nations peacekeepers who sacrificed their lives in the service of peace and welcomes in this regard the extradition by the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the Central African Republic of anti-Balaka commander Wekanam Cre'pin and associated people suspected of involvement in an attack that led to the death of five United Nations peacekeepers and in attacks against civilians. The Security Council welcomes the efforts undertaken to improve the safety and security of United Nations personnel. The Security Council also encourages the efforts undertaken to continue optimizing MINUSCA's performance and looks forward to the reporting on troop- and police-contributing country performance.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council renews its strong support to Special Representative Parfait Onanga- Anyanga and MINUSCA in the implementation of the mandate of the mission in support of the Central African authorities, in particular the protection of civilians, including through a proactive and robust posture, support to the peace process, and the creation of a secure environment for the delivery of humanitarian assistance in accordance with resolution 2387 (2017).”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“The Security Council welcomes in this regard the call to reactivate joint bilateral commissions between Cameroon, Chad and the Sudan with the Central African Republic and encourages the concerned countries to cooperate in order to address cross-border issues. The Security Council also welcomes the joint visit in Bangui of Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, and African Union Commissioner for Peace and Security, Smai'l Chergui, from 10 to 13 April 2018 and underlines the importance of the synergy between the two organizations to support the peace process in the Central African Republic.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council emphasizes the importance of the role and of high-level commitment of the African Union, the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region, and neighbouring countries for the promotion oflasting peace and stability in the Central African Republic and calls on them in this regard to step up their coordination and efforts for the next steps of the implementation of the Libreville road map. "The Security Council welcomes the first meeting of the International Support Group to the Central African Republic, co-chaired by the African Union, ECCAS and the United Nations, which took place in Bangui on 11 April 2018, to promote coherent and sustained engagement for the ongoing stabilization and recovery efforts in the Central African Republic.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“The Security Council welcomes the conclusion of the second round of consultations by the Panel of Facilitators of the African Initiative and underscores the urgent need for further progress in an ambitious and inclusive dialogue between the Central African authorities and the armed groups, as well as all segments of society, promoting the full and effective participation of women, with continued support from MINUSCA and other partners, in order to reach a comprehensive political agreement without delay. The Security Council also encourages President Faustin-Archange Touadera to cement and broaden national ownership of the peace process and calls for an enhanced coordination of efforts to support the African Initiative.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“The Security Council calls on the Central African authorities to implement the reform of the security sector in order to put in place multi-ethnic, professional, representative and well-equipped national defense and internal security forces, the disarmament, demobilization and repatriation of members of armed groups, as well as the acceleration of the implementation of the National Strategy for Recovery and Peace Consolidation. "The Security Council reaffirms its support to the African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic and its road map that was adopted in Libreville on 17 July 2017, which both constitute the main framework for a political solution in the Central African Republic, as agreed by the Central African authorities and under their leadership.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“"The Security Council reiterates its support to President Faustin-Archange Touadera in his efforts to promote lasting peace and stability in the Central African Republic and calls on the Central African authorities to take all the necessary steps, without delay, to advance the dialogue with armed groups and promote national reconciliation, the extension of State authority, the reform of the security sector, and the fight against impunity, as the highest priorities. The Security Council further stresses the need for the definitive operationalization of the Special Criminal Court and the establishment of the Truth, Justice, Reparations and Reconciliation Commission, as well as to bolster the other national accountability mechanisms.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“The Security Council reiterates the urgent and imperative need to hold accountable those responsible for violations of international humanitarian law and violations and abuses of human rights. The Security Council also recalls that committing acts of incitement to violence, in particular on an ethnic or religious basis, and then engaging in or providing support for acts that undermine the peace, stability or security of the Central African Republic is a basis for sanctions designations pursuant to resolution 2399 (2018).”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“The Security Council also strongly condemns the rise of incitement to ethnic and religious hatred and violence that threaten the peace and stability of the Central African Republic, as well as manipulated hostility towards the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) and other international actors. "The Security Council urges armed groups, in Bangui and in the rest of the country, to cease all forms of violence, destabilizing activities and restrictions on freedom of movement of people, lay down their arms, immediately and unconditionally, and engage constructively in the peace process.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“After consultations among Council members, I have been authorized to make the following statement on their behalf: (spoke in French) "The Security Council expresses its deep concern regarding persistent violence perpetrated by armed groups, in Bangui and in the rest of the country, against civilians, United Nations peacekeepers and humanitarian workers, as well as violations of international humanitarian law, abuses and Violations of human rights, including those committed against children and those involving sexual and gender-based violence in conflict, resulting in an unacceptable number of deaths, injury and displacement.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“I should at the outset like to extend, on behalf of the Council, a warm welcome to the new Permanent Representative of Cote d'lvoire to the United Nations, His Excellency Mr. Kacou Houadja Leon Adorn. We very much look forward to working with him, and we wish him every success. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. The situation in the Central African Republic The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8309 (2018) · source
“As cross-line access is almost non-existent, the cross-border modality continues to be a crucial part of the humanitarian response. It is a life-saving modality, as 2.67 million lives depend on cross-border humanitarian assistance. We note that the scrutiny of United Nations cross-border operations in Syria, as well as of the accountability mechanisms in place, is at a level similar to or higher than that in other comparable humanitarian operations. Finally, I would like to commend the United Nations for its efforts with regard to the humanitarian situation. We look forward to hearing more in due course about the work on implementing the recommendations. We assure Mr. Ging and his staff of our full support.”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source
“In their dialogue with Damascus, we encourage those with influence - and this is an opportunity to say this directly to the Syrian representative 4 to step up to the signing of facilitation letters for convoys, United Nations regular programming to areas recently retaken by Government forces and the approval of visas for United Nations personnel, including OCHA staff. Secondly, we condemn the continued attacks against medical facilities, of which there has been an increase in 2018. We deplore the continued removal and rejection of medical items from humanitarian convoys. Such acts may constitute war crimes. Thirdly, we welcome the report of the Secretary- General on the review of United Nations cross-border operations (S/2018/6l7).”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source
“I would like to make three points on the humanitarian situation. First, as the Secretary-General stated in his report, we are deeply concerned about the fact that 2018 has seen "a collapse in the ability of the United Nations and its humanitarian partners to reach people across conflict lines from within the Syrian Arab Republic." (S/2018/619, para. 42) Only a fraction of people in need are being reached, and there is negative trajectory with regard to humanitarian access in Syria.”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source
“I appreciate the fact that all Council members have spoken. Together with some colleagues, including Kuwait, I had indicated that we would like to discuss the political process and have a conversation with Mr. De Mistura on the way forward. However, I understand and respect the President's decision that that will not be possible today. But I hope that we can do so very soon. Having just heard the intervention by the representative of Syria, I would like to say a few words. I will not go through the several inaccuracies in his statement, including a reference to a remark I made. I would like to say - and I do so on behalf of Kuwait as well - that we should all support the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) and the work it conducts on everyone's behalf. The following is a joint Sweden-Kuwait.”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source
“We call on all parties to respect and comply with Security Council resolutions and their international obligations, including to reduce violence, protect civilians and ensure full humanitarian access. The full- scale offensive that we are now seeing is in complete contravention of what we in the Council wish to see and what we had demanded, in particular a de-escalation and full commitment to and engagement in the political process. We must redouble our efforts to achieve a political solution, in line with resolution 2254 (2015) and fully endorse, both in word and deed, the efforts of the Secretary-General, Staffan de Mistura and the United Nations-led political process. Let us therefore discuss how we can achieve that solution during our consultations later today and as we move forward.”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source
“We therefore urge all stakeholders to respect their obligations under international law and international humanitarian law, including the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure. I would like to very strongly reiterate the Secretary-General's call for an immediate end to the current military offensive. As we have already stated today, there is a de-escalation agreement in place, which has provided relative calm to south-western Syria over the past year. We call on the guarantors to uphold their commitments to that end. The recent escalation in south-western Syria contravenes resolution 2401 (2018), which was unanimously adopted by the Council in February.”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source
“I will speak on behalf of Kuwait later on in the consultations focusing on the humanitarian situation. However, I wanted to just very briefly address the dramatic escalation that we see, and I wanted to do that publicly and to express our very deep concern over the military offensive in southwestern Syria and its humanitarian consequences. I would like to thank Mr. Staffan de Mistura and Mr. John Ging for their briefings today and for giving us the full picture of the effects that that has not only on the humanitarian situation and the population there but also with regard to the political process. Some 50,000 people have already been displaced. The majority of them are moving towards the Jordanian border.”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source
“Lastly, demonstrators in the march from Helmand to Kabul were between the ages of 17 and 70. Many Afghans' entire lives have been blighted by conflict. All parties must now respond to their call for peace and ensure that future generations of Afghan children can grow up without the shadow of war.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“It includes $1 billion in bilateral development assistance from 2015 to 2024, humanitarian assistance, capacity-building and dialogue and mediation training, including for local female actors, as well as our military contribution to the NATO Resolute Support Mission. With regard to the effect of the conflict on children, as stated by the representative of France, we welcome the Government's commitment to including concrete actions in the criminal code to protect children and prevent their recruitment, including the establishment of child protection units by the Ministry of the Interior in all provinces. However, because the recruitment and use of children remain prevalent, we strongly emphasize the importance of implementing the penal code, with a focus on accountability, including prosecutions.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source