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  1. “A region that was once home to a mosaic of communities 4 Christian, Jewish, Mandean, Muslim, Yazidi and Zoroastrian - risks being reduced to a political entity of paralyzing uniformity. The ethnic and religious diversity of the Middle East needs to be preserved. In the absence of a political solution, we need to address the humanitarian situation and show solidarity with Syria's neighbours. Lebanon, Jordan and Turkey have shouldered a huge burden. Nordic countries have contributed substantially to the World Bank Multi-Donor Trust Fund for Lebanon and a similar fund for Jordan. We all must take responsibility for those who flee persecution, atrocities and conflict in search of a safe haven. Since the civil war in Lebanon broke out in 1975, the Nordic countries have received thousands of migrants and refugees from the Middle East.”

    2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source

  2. “Recent events in Iraq demonstrate how persons from different religious and ethnic groups have been forcibly expelled from their homes, such as the Yazidis and Christians on the plain of Niniveh in Iraq. Those are, sadly, not unique examples of communities forcibly expelled from their ancient habitats. The hundreds of Assyrians kidnapped in Syria and whose fate remains unknown provide another example of the brutality of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). Nobody who does not fit ISIL's worldview is spared, whether they be Christian, Muslim, Yazidi or from other communities. Aside from the immediate suffering of the affected, the risks of ethno-religious cleansing are evident.”

    2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source

  3. “We urge the Security Council to push for a political solution that can put an end to the conflict. Ethnic and religious minorities are often especially vulnerable and prone to becoming Victims of various human rights violations and abuses, for example, targeted mass killings, extrajudicial executions, enforced disappearances, torture, sexual Violence and enslavement - crimes that affect, not least, women and children. Other forms of humiliation include vandalizing places of worship and cemeteries as well as land-grabbing with complete disregard for our common universal heritage. The Nordic countries demand that those responsible for those atrocities - many of which amount to crimes against humanity - be prosecuted.”

    2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source

  4. “I have the honour today to speak on behalf of the Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and my own country, Sweden. First, I want to thank France for taking the initiative to convene this important debate. I also thank Foreign Minister Fabius and Secretary-General Ban for their remarks earlier today. The situation in Syria and Iraq today is a human catastrophe with devastating consequences far beyond the Middle East. Violent extremism and religious intolerance are a source of untold suffering. No community escapes that Vicious cycle. The majority communities, as well as the minorities, have seen friends and family killed, immense suffering and destruction of homes, communities and infrastructure. Efforts must be intensified to stop that mayhem. The war in Syria is now in its fifth year.”

    2015-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7419 (2015) · source

  5. “The Nordic countries are very pleased that ending violence against children is now one of the priorities of the post- 2015 agenda. Before concluding, the Nordic countries would like to congratulate the Special Representative on a successful first year of the "Children, Not Soldiers" campaign, which aims to end the recruitment and use of children in conflict by 2016, as endorsed by the Council, and which we wholeheartedly support. It is a victory for the campaign that six out of seven countries concerned have now signed or recommitted to action plans.”

    2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source

  6. “We are therefore happy to inform that Sweden is once again planning to host a United Nations child protection training-of-trainers course at the Swedish Armed Forces International Centre this autumn. Children are particularly vulnerable in humanitarian crises. We would welcome a particular focus on protection in general and child protection in particular in the run-up to World Humanitarian Summit. We note the necessity of intensified dialogue through various channels with non-State actors to prevent violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law. As has been mentioned, there is an economic and social dimension to children joining armed groups, as they may be driven by poverty or social exclusion.”

    2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source

  7. “Crimes against children must be investigated and prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Individual responsibility must be upheld, and this means that all perpetrators must be held accountable and punished accordingly, regardless of their status or capacity. The International Criminal Court plays an important role in ensuring accountability, and we welcome the initiative of the Prosecutor's Office to develop a comprehensive policy paper on children. We must not forget, however, that States themselves bear the primary responsibility for protecting their populations, including children, from crimes. It is essential that personnel in peacekeeping missions have adequate training in the rights of the child, including through predeployment training in child protection.”

    2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source

  8. “As recommended through the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the involvement of children in armed conflict, we also encourage States to refrain from recruiting children under the age of 18 into their armed forces in order to set an example. Children's right to quality education in war and disaster is a vital part of protecting children during conflict. Attending school can create a sense of normality in an otherwise chaotic situation. Attacks on schools deprive children may amount to war crimes. We very much welcome efforts to deter the use of schools by armed forces and non-State armed groups in contravention of international law. We encourage all States to engage in the ongoing consultations on a Safe Schools Declaration. The fight against impunity and assuring victim's access to justice remain crucial.”

    2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source

  9. “Women, girls and boys are among the most vulnerable people in conflict-affected settings, and we therefore call for dedicated attention to sexual and gender-based violence. Children continue to be subject to such unspeakable violations, such as rape, sexual violence, sexual slavery and forced marriages. We also know that reintegration into society is especially difficult for child victims. Further attention is needed to help children, adolescents and their communities in these areas. We also need to continue to highlight the fact that the recruitment and use of children as combatants in armed conflict are war crimes.”

    2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source

  10. “As was stated in last year's report of the Secretary-General (S/2014/339), 51 of 59 parties to armed conflict that have been found to perpetrate grave violations against children are non-State armed groups. The appalling violations by these - such as the mass abduction of 276 schoolgirls in Chibok by Boko Haram, of the 153 Kurdish boys from Ain al-Arab in Syria, and the hundreds of Yezidi children in western Iraq by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, and the slaughter of schoolchildren in Peshawar, Pakistan - have left no one untouched. A crime against a child is an affront to our basic value of human decency. We have failed those children Flagrant violations like those just mentioned need to be prevented and combated.”

    2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source

  11. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the Nordic countries - Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and my own country, Sweden. First, I would like to thank the French presidency very much for the continued focus of the Security Council on this important topic, especially today for highlighting the question of non-State armed groups. We would also like to acknowledge the crucial role played by the Special Representative of the Secretary- General Leila Zerrougui and her Office, as well as the work of UNICEF, other United Nations agencies and, of course, the many non-governmental organizations that are doing very important work in the field. This is a timely, highly relevant and very important debate.”

    2015-03-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7414 (2015) · source

  12. “The production and smuggling of narcotics is an area where regional cooperation really could make a substantial difference. In that respect it will be crucial to maintain the momentum in regional processes such as the Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process. In conclusion, as we know the challenges for Afghanistan are many; tackling them will require continued assistance from the international community. UNAMA and other United Nations agencies have played and will continue to play an indispensable role. We look forward to continuing our cooperation with the Afghan Government in making its vision for the country come true.”

    2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source

  13. “The record high number of civilian casualties reported by UNAMA in 2014 is appalling. The dire humanitarian consequences of the conflict underline the immediate need for finding a peaceful solution. We welcome the commitment of the Afghan leadership to making progress in the peace process. An inclusive approach is the only way forward. The opportunity to provide women with a stronger role in that process should be grasped. While the peace process needs to be Afghan-led and Afghan-owned, the international community stands ready to assist. The challenges in Afghanistan cannot be tackled in isolation from the regional context. Recent attempts to increase cooperation and build further trust are commendable and should be encouraged. A stable and prosperous Afghanistan creates potential for the entire region.”

    2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source

  14. “Sweden welcomes the commitment by the national unity Government to implement necessary reforms of the electoral system prior to the Parliamentary and District Council elections. The responsibility rests with the Afghan Government, but we stand ready to advise, assist and support. The human-rights situation, particularly the situation for Afghan women and girls, remains of serious concern to us. The principle of equality must be promoted. That calls for a higher proportion of women in senior government positions and conditions that allow women to become equal members throughout all levels of society. An end to impunity will require serious reforms of Afghan institutions, especially of the justice system, and corruption is a critical obstacle to development and must be combated at all times.”

    2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source

  15. “Our focus is primarily on strengthening Afghanistan's own ability to improve the economy, enhancing democratic governance, promoting equality and improving the human-rights situation, particularly for women and children. Sweden contributes to the Resolute Support Mission with the aim of training, advising and assisting the Afghan National Security Forces. We also provide support to the European Union Police Mission in Afghanistan. The consolidation of democracy in Afghanistan continues. The recent elections as well as a vibrant and active civil society, often driven by the youth, are proof of that. Yet, for democracy to fully take root, institutions need to be functioning and adequate legal parameters need to be in place.”

    2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source

  16. “Sweden therefore welcomes the strong commitment and willingness to reform shown by the national unity Government. The proposed reform agenda of "Realizing Self-reliance" shows Afghanistan's readiness to take on current challenges, although it is critical that the agenda be translated into concrete results. In order for the Government to fulfil its commitments to its citizens and to implement reforms, a full Cabinet must be nominated and approved as soon as possible. Sweden remains committed to supporting Afghanistan's development towards becoming a democratic, secure and prosperous State. We have been assisting it for more than 30 years. Afghanistan is in fact one of the largest recipients of Swedish development aid. We intend to commit $1.2 billion to it over the transformation decade.”

    2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source

  17. “Sweden aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the observer of the European Union. I would first like to thank the Secretary-General for his report (S/2015/151) and Special Representative Haysom for his briefing on the current situation and for the excellent work he has done in Afghanistan. I would also like to acknowledge Ambassador Tanin's statement. Sweden expresses its support for the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and for the extension of its mandate. A continued United Nations presence, particularly in those parts of the country that are otherwise left unattended, remains vital. This year will be critical for Afghanistan. The Afghan people's expectations of the Government remain very high.”

    2015-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7403 (2015) · source