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“Moving on to the security situation in Somalia and the evolving threat of Al-Shabaab, looking more specifically at the tools both needed and available to provide a full spectrum solution to degrade Al-Shabaab both on land and at sea, let me emphasize the EU’s strong commitment to Somalia’s State-building efforts. Apart from the contribution to development and humanitarian assistance, as referred to earlier, our investment in the security sector is the most substantial, with more than €2.3 billion to the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) since 2007.”
2022-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8965 (2022) · source
“In spite of the highly volatile situation experienced in the past year, EU cooperation programmes have continued to support State-building, security and socioeconomic development. Since 2014, our support has amounted to almost €1 billion in development and humanitarian assistance. With regard to the electoral process, last year an immediate package benefiting civil society of €3.5 million was released to kick-start the implementation of the electoral agreement; actions include civic and voter education, the establishment of early conflict warning and response, conflict mediation, as well as information-sharing on the electoral process. These actions also support women’s participation across the country.”
2022-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8965 (2022) · source
“We note the level of progress — fewer than 50 per cent of the 275 seats needed to finish the elections for the House of the People within the prescribed deadline of 25 February. The people of Somalia deserve the full dedication of their leaders to their safety, well-being and progress. Together with international partners, the EU has given support to Somalia to conclude the overdue elections and conduct an orderly and peaceful transition of power. This will be key not only for stability, but also for reinvigorating the overall reform dynamics, including State-building efforts and previously agreed milestones that have not been met, such as the review of the provisional constitution, agreeing on the federal model for Somalia.”
2022-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8965 (2022) · source
“Somalia itself is presently at a crossroads, due to significant shifts in regional dynamics and the factors I have just described. The immediate priorities are the conclusion of parliamentary elections, a peaceful transition of power and the formation of a functioning Government able to deliver to its population and engage, inter alia, with the international community. In Somalia, it is critical to put politics at the centre. For months now, Somalia’s partners and neighbours have continued to urge Somali leaders to work in a spirit of compromise to overcome the last political hurdles to finalizing an inclusive electoral process as soon as possible and respecting the agreements they reached both on 17 September 2020 and 27 May 2021.”
2022-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8965 (2022) · source
“Against a rising trend towards violence and extremism and the evolving threat of Al-Shabaab, the country continues to suffer from terrorism and transnational crime. These factors, combined with the coronavirus disease pandemic and an unprecedented, devastating drought, are the main drivers of acute humanitarian needs, with 2.9 million people internally displaced and over 4.6 million people facing acute food insecurity and hunger from February to May. Half of Somalia’s population is assessed to be in immediate need of humanitarian aid and protection, as we have heard. It is therefore imperative to adopt a comprehensive, nexus-based approach to create synergies between humanitarian engagements, development efforts and peacebuilding and reconciliation.”
2022-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8965 (2022) · source
“Let me extend our best wishes for the Russian Federation presiding over the Security Council this month. I thank you, Madam President, for inviting the European Union (EU) to brief the Security Council on Somalia. This is a very timely discussion in view of the increasing challenges in Somalia and the Horn of Africa region. Somalia is a key country in the broader context of stability and security in the Horn of Africa. Despite progress notably on economic reforms, the overall situation in Somalia continues to be extremely fragile and volatile, hampered by political instability, persistent security challenges, socioeconomic vulnerability, climate-induced shocks and a lack of sustained Government presence and basic services delivery.”
2022-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8965 (2022) · source
“Given the increasing scale of urban warfare, we all need to redouble our efforts to protect civilians and the infrastructure necessary for their survival.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Authorities, donors, humanitarian and development actors have a key role to play in better preparing for and responding to the long-term impact of protracted conflict in urban settings, by investing in the sustain-ability and resilience of infrastructures, as soon as the opportunity arises. In that respect, strengthening the humanitarian-development-peace nexus can enhance a holistic approach to addressing urban warfare. Among other actions, development agencies could provide a wealth of information on urban services and technical guidance to humanitarian actors at the outset of an emergency, and humanitarian actors could actively strive to work together with development actors during the early recovery phase, including by clearing explosive remnants of war.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953Resumption1 (2022) · source
“In line with the EU’s strong commitment to international humanitarian law, we will continue to use all the tools at our disposal to promote compliance with the laws of armed conflict, including the protection of education from attack. That will also be a key theme at the upcoming European Humanitarian Forum. As a world-leading humanitarian donor, the EU is committed to supporting humanitarian actors during the active conflict phase, addressing the critical needs of populations, undertaking light rehabilitation of key infrastructure such as water stations and networks, hospitals or schools, and ensuring at least minimal services. It is also necessary to create space for humanitarian workers to operate during conflicts.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Specific statements by the Council noting the particular concerns of urban warfare, including recognizing the differential impact of urban armed conflict on women and girls, can be helpful in bringing this issue to the forefront of the United Nations agenda. We note with appreciation the Secretary-General’s annual reports on the protection of civilians. It is also necessary to adequately monitor the implementation of thematic Security Council resolutions related to the protection of civilians, such as resolutions 2286 (2016), on the protection of health-care workers; 2475 (2019); on persons with disabilities; 2417 (2018), on hunger and conflict; and 2601 (2021), on the protection of education in conflict.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953Resumption1 (2022) · source
“The international community also must take a more outspoken stance in calling on all parties to armed conflict to respect international humanitarian law, including by condemning violations of international humanitarian law, finding political and practical solutions to protect civilians and objects that are vital to civilian populations, guaranteeing that services are maintained or restored, ending the military use of schools when unlawful, and ensuring accountability for all violations of international humanitarian law and human rights abuses in order to ensure justice for victims. The Council must do more to play a leading role in protecting civilians in situations of urban warfare.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953Resumption1 (2022) · source
“The EU is also deeply concerned about the challenges associated with the indiscriminate use of explosive weapons in densely populated areas, including near hospitals, schools or universities, or along routes to or from them, and their impact on civilians. In that regard, we thank Ireland for the transparent and inclusive consultation process on protecting civilians in urban warfare, which is aimed at developing a political declaration to address humanitarian harm.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953Resumption1 (2022) · source
“On numerous occasions, the Security Council has addressed the protection of civilians, as well as infrastructure and essential services, including the protection of education, yet the situation on the ground remains deeply worrying. Against that backdrop, the European Union welcomes the discussion about the ways in which contemporary urban conflicts are fought, the devastating humanitarian consequences they cause, and the actions needed to improve the protection of civilians. The responsibility to protect civilians lies, first and foremost, with those fighting wars. In that respect, the EU calls on parties to conflicts to ensure that they comply with international humanitarian law, with due respect for the specific challenges that urban contexts pose to civilians and civilian infrastructure.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Mr. Skoog: I thank Norway for convening this important debate. I am pleased to address the Security Council on behalf of the European Union and its member States. The candidate countries Turkey, the Re-public of North Macedonia, Montenegro and Albania; the country of the Stabilization and Association Pro-cess and potential candidate Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. As many densely populated cities have become the primary battleground for armed conflicts, protecting civilians in the face of urban warfare remains a critical challenge. The humanitarian consequences of hostilities in urban areas are direct and indirect, immediate and long-term, invisible and visible.”
2022-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8953Resumption1 (2022) · source
“The EU will be ready to assist in the reconstruction of Syria only when a comprehensive, genuine and inclusive political transition in the framework of resolution 2254 (2015) and the Geneva process is firmly under way. We call once again on all parties to the conflict to advance a credible, sustainable and inclusive political solution based on the full and comprehensive implementation of resolution 2254 (2015). It is the only route to sustainable peace in Syria.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“The EU and its member States are the largest donor and have provided over €25 billion to meet the needs arising from the crisis over the past decade. We will continue to demonstrate solidarity with the Syrian people and call on the other members of the international community to increase their commitments. All parties must allow rapid, safe and unhindered humanitarian access, including across conflict lines, to ensure that assistance reaches people in need by the most direct routes. Cross-border assistance will continue to be vital in the absence of adequate alternatives. The EU counts on the renewal in July of resolution 2585 (2021). Early recovery projects are also important for the dignity of the Syrian people and for their future. The EU will not fund early recovery efforts that could support social and demographic engineering.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“The EU continues to warn against any further displacements in any part of Syria, as well as against the potential exploitation of such displacements for the purposes of social and demographic engineering. Conditions for the safe, voluntary and dignified return of refugees and displaced persons to their places of origin, in line with the parameters defined by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and in accordance with international law, remain to be met. The EU will be in a position to support returns only once those conditions are satisfied. Finally, humanitarian needs in Syria continue to increase, from 11 million people in need of humanitarian assistance in 2020 to 14 million people at present.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“The EU will continue to support efforts to gather evidence with a view to future legal action, including by the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism to Assist in the Investigation and Prosecution of Persons Responsible for the Most Serious Crimes under International Law Committed in the Syrian Arab Republic since March 2011 and the work of the International Independent Commission of Inquiry. Turkey is a key partner of the EU and a critically important actor in the Syrian crisis and the region. Turkey’s security concerns in the north-east of Syria should be addressed through political and diplomatic means, and not by military action, in full respect of international humanitarian law. The underlying causes of the refugee and displacement crisis must be addressed under resolution 2254 (2015).”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“The EU strongly condemns the recent attacks near Idlib. All parties responsible for breaches of international humanitarian law and international human rights law, some of which may constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity, must be held accountable. The EU reiterates our call to have the situation in Syria referred to the International Criminal Court. Accountability and justice for victims is essential for a stable, peaceful Syria, based on a credible, inclusive and viable political solution in accordance with resolution 2254 (2015). In the absence of international justice the prosecution of war crimes under national jurisdiction, where possible, which is now under way in several EU member States, represents an important contribution towards securing justice.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“Continued hostilities across Syria, provoked by various actors, render ordinary life impossible for the civilian population. The ceasefire agreed in March 2020 in the north-west must be upheld without reserve. The EU once again echoes the calls made by the Security Council for the implementation of a nationwide ceasefire. Civilians must be protected at all times, and attacks on civilian objects, including hospitals, must cease. The Syrian regime must fully cooperate with the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, including in its investigations of the use of chemical weapons in the conflict. The EU continues to call upon the Syrian regime and its allies and upon all parties to the conflict to cease indiscriminate air strikes and the shelling of civilians and humanitarian workers.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“We wholeheartedly support the efforts of United Nations Special Envoy Geir Pedersen to advance all aspects of resolution 2254 (2015), including with respect to the issues of detainees and missing persons at the hands of the regime and the establishment of a safe and neutral environment in order for free and fair elections to be held under United Nations supervision. The EU calls on all participants, particularly the Syrian regime, to engage in good faith in the political process, including the Constitutional Committee. We have responded positively to the Special Envoy’s initiative for a step-for-step approach to help move the political process forward. By some estimates, up to 1,500 civilians have been killed in Syria in 2021 alone as a direct result of the conflict.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“The conflict in Syria has endured for more than a decade. We remain committed to the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Syrian State and recall that a sustainable solution to the conflict requires a genuine, inclusive political transition in line with resolution 2254 (2015) and the 2012 Geneva communiqué (S/2012/522, annex), negotiated by the Syrian parties within the United Nations-led Geneva process, with the full, equal and meaningful participation of women.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“The EU calls for the fundamental right to freedom of expression to be upheld, including in areas under the control of the Palestinian Authority. The European Union is proud of its continued support to civil society, which contributes to peace efforts and confidence-building between Israelis and Palestinians. Until a just, fair, agreed and realistic solution to the refugee issue in accordance with international law is found, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) remains crucial for providing the necessary protection and essential services for Palestine refugees and supporting peace and stability in the region. The EU will continue to support UNRWA in all its fields of operation, including in East Jerusalem. We call upon all partners to increase their contributions to UNRWA.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“Strong, inclusive, accountable and functioning democratic Palestinian institutions based on respect for the rule of law and human rights are vital for the Palestinian people, for democratic legitimacy and, ultimately, for the two-State solution. We urge all Palestinian factions to engage in good faith in the reconciliation process, adhere to previous agreements, renounce violence and terrorism, recognize Israel’s right to exist and commit to democratic principles, including the rule of law. Palestinian civil society must be allowed to carry out its important task free from obstruction, harassment or intimidation by any party. The EU expects a full independent investigation into the death of Nizar Banat and that those responsible will be held to account.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“We recall the special significance of the holy sites, and call for upholding the status quo put in place in 1967 for the Temple Mount/Al-Haram Al-Sharif in line with previous understandings and with respect for Jordan’s special role. The EU will closely monitor developments and their implications on the ground, and remains ready to take further action to protect the viability of the two- State solution. We welcome the start of the cycle of local Palestinian elections on 11 December as a step towards national elections, and we reiterate our call on the Palestinian Authority to organize the postponed elections without further delay.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“Such actions as building the separation barrier beyond the 1967 line, demolitions and confiscation — including of EU-funded projects — evictions, forced transfers, including of Bedouins, illegal outposts, settler violence and restrictions of movement and access severely threaten the two-State solution and will only escalate an already tense environment. The EU is concerned about demolitions and evictions, including in East Jerusalem. It will be important not to proceed with any planned demolitions, evictions or settlement expansion. The EU condemns the recent increase in acts of violence, including in East Jerusalem; firmly condemns settler-related incidents; and calls for accountability.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“The EU calls on all parties to take necessary steps to produce a fundamental change to the political, security and economic situation in the Gaza Strip, including the end of the closure and a full opening of the crossing points, while addressing Israel’s legitimate security concerns. The EU urges both parties to demonstrate their stated commitment to a two-State solution through concrete actions and to avoid unilateral actions, which threaten it. The EU’s opposition to Israel’s settlement policy and actions taken in this context, including in East Jerusalem, and especially in sensitive areas, such as Har Homa, Givat Hamatos and E1, is well known. We reiterate that settlements are illegal under international law and call to halt all settlement activities.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“We call for the immediate implementation of the commitments made to improve Palestinian livelihoods and further engagement between the parties to renew confidence and to restore a political horizon and open the path towards the relaunching of the peace process as soon as possible. The EU reiterates the imperative to consolidate the ceasefire in Gaza and recalls its unequivocal position that rocket fire, the launching of incendiary devices and other attacks by Hamas and other terrorist groups are unacceptable. The EU welcomes the easing of some restrictions on Gaza, but as the measures taken so far have shown to be insufficient to allow rapid stabilization and recovery, it calls for further lifting of restrictions, underlining the need for unimpeded humanitarian access to Gaza.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“Mr. Skoog: I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its member States. The candidate countries of North Macedonia, Montenegro and Albania align themselves with this statement. The EU reaffirms its commitment to a just and comprehensive resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, based on the two-State solution, with the State of Israel and an independent, democratic, contiguous, sovereign and viable State of Palestine, living side by side in peace and security and mutual recognition, and with Jerusalem serving as the future capital of both States. The EU welcomes high-level contacts between the parties, including in the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee for the Coordination of the International Assistance to Palestinians on 17 November.”
2022-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8950 (2022) · source
“We urge the members of the Council to continue to invite more women human rights defenders and civil society leaders to brief the Council, while taking all the necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The innovative women and peace and security trio presidency launched by Ireland, Kenya and Mexico last year and the ongoing presidency initiative by the Niger, Norway, Albania and United Arab Emirates are positive steps in that regard.”
2022-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8949 (2022) · source
“The EU’s Human Rights Defenders Mechanism, for example, has an operational budget of €15 million for three years, and any human rights defender at risk can apply for protection. The Security Council has a strong mandate to tackle these issues. The existing frameworks must be given the necessary attention and resources to be fully implemented. The High Commissioner for Human Rights and her Office have a key role to play in that regard, as we heard today. We encourage increased cooperation between the High Commissioner and the Security Council on these matters. Lastly, civil society must be part of the solution. We congratulate you, Madam President, for inviting today’s briefers, whose work is commendable.”
2022-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8949 (2022) · source
“Thirdly, special attention should be given to those who face multiple and intersecting forms of discrimination and violence, particularly young and older women, women with disabilities, indigenous women and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex persons Fourthly, we must do more to fight impunity. We reiterate our support to the International Criminal Court and call on the Security Council to incorporate and apply sexual and gender-based violence in conflict as a designation criterion in United Nations sanction regimes. Fifthly, political dialogues and diplomatic efforts are important to promote prevention and accountability. Sixthly, funds should be allocated to support protection measures. In that regard, we congratulate the initiative presented today.”
2022-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8949 (2022) · source
“The protection of the human rights of Afghan women and girls must be an integral part of the political priorities. We, the EU, have responded very generously to the humanitarian appeals, and for good reasons, but broader support will depend on Afghanistan’s respect of international human rights frameworks and norms. During the implementation of the EU Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security and other programmes, we identified six recommendations to strengthen prevention and response to threats. First, systematic gender mainstreaming based on targeted analyses should be applied to all actions. Secondly, visibility can be a powerful tool to ensure protection if pursued in close consultation with the women concerned.”
2022-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8949 (2022) · source
“We deplore that women peacebuilders mediators, journalists, politicians, humanitarian workers, civil society leaders and human rights defenders face increasing and specific challenges that often hamper their ability to act. Worldwide, we have seen the disproportionate impact of conflict on women and girls. We are deeply concerned about the use of sexual and gender-based violence as a weapon of war in Ethiopia, particularly in the Tigray region, and the persistent threats of violence facing women in such countries as Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, Myanmar, South Sudan, and Yemen. With regard to Afghanistan, the EU has strengthened its support to Afghan women at risk, including through a dedicated programme on human rights defenders.”
2022-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8949 (2022) · source
“Mr. Skoog: I offer my congratulations to Norway for presiding over the Security Council this month and for making this issue a high priority of its presidency. I speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its member States. The candidate countries the Republic of North Macedonia, Montenegro and Albania; the country of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidate, Bosnian and Herzegovina, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. We have a lot to say on this subject, and we will distribute our full statement through other means. I will now present an abbreviated version. Supporting independent civil society organizations, enabling civic space and protecting human rights defenders and peacebuilders are key priorities of the EU.”
2022-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8949 (2022) · source
“Furthermore, we urge all Members of the Organization to refrain from actions and statements that could increase regional and international tensions and escalate a military build-up in the region and beyond. The EU has repeatedly urged Iran to desist from activities that could deepen mistrust and that are inconsistent with resolution 2231 (2015). The EU remains fully committed to multilateral diplomacy, which has been successful for several decades. Similarly, let us not forget that the origins of the JCPOA are firmly anchored in global non-proliferation and that it is the outcome of effective multilateralism. We have a common interest in making the JCPOA work. Let us do this together, and let us do it swiftly. We do not see any other viable option.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“Based on that and the positions expressed by the existing JCPOA participants, we call for all sides to be flexible and pragmatic and step up their efforts to accelerate the process to put the JCPOA back on the full implementation track. While we acknowledge the strong sense of urgency, we need to make sure to preserve sufficient space for the intense ongoing diplomatic efforts. Let me also recall that the procurement channel remains operational. As highlighted in the report of the Secretary-General, it remains a vital transparency and confidence-building mechanism. It gives assurances to Member States and private sector actors that transfers of nuclear and dual-use goods and services are fully in line with the resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“We recognize that Iran has faced very serious negative economic consequences following the United States withdrawal from the JCPOA and the reimposition of previously lifted United States unilateral sanctions, which we have deeply regretted. That, together with the discontinuation of the granting of nuclear waivers, has hampered the full implementation of the deal. We therefore welcomed the political commitment of President Biden and the United States Administration to engaging in serious negotiations with a view to a possible return to the JCPOA and to Iran’s full implementation of its nuclear commitments. We have taken note of the United States position that it would stand ready to return to mutual compliance with the JCPOA and, in that context, would be prepared to lift all of the JCPOA-related sanctions.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“As the only mandated international body authorized to verify the Iranian nuclear programme, it is in the interest of the entire international community, including Iran, for the Agency to have access and continue to receive and gather information and knowledge so that it may verify the developments in Iran, in line with the provisions of the JCPOA. IAEA monitoring of Iranian commitments under the JCPOA and ensuring continuity of knowledge of Iran’s nuclear programme is also key for the negotiation process. We welcome the new Iranian Government’s confirmation of Iran’s stated position in the Vienna negotiations that it would stand ready to return to the full implementation of the JCPOA, provided that conditions are in place for an effective normalization of its economic and trade relations with the international community.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“Those activities are not only inconsistent with the nuclear-related provisions of the JCPOA, but also raise serious non-proliferation concerns, particularly since Iran decided to suspend the implementation of the Additional Protocol to its Safeguards Agreement and JCPOA transparency provisions as of 23 February, which has substantially decreased the access of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to relevant information on Iran’s nuclear programme. Furthermore, Iran’s continued lack of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency is a source of grave concern.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“But there is an overwhelming sense of urgency, shared by most of the delegations negotiating in Vienna that, in the light of Iran’s continued acceleration of its nuclear programme, there is not much time left for negotiations. Over the past months, we have noted with great regret and worry that Iran has continued to expand its nuclear activities by accumulating more enriched uranium to 20 and 60 per cent uranium-235, respectively, installing more advanced centrifuges, and producing uranium metal.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“Our aim remains to negotiate the return of the United States to the agreement and the resumption of JCPOA commitments by the United States and Iran. We remain convinced that we are much better off with the JCPOA in place. No better alternative exists for the international community to be reassured in a verifiable way that Iran’s nuclear programme is dedicated solely to peaceful purposes and that, through the lifting of sanctions, Iran can also reap economic benefits. The EU remains fully committed to the full and effective implementation of the JCPOA and we are determined to continue working with the international community for that purpose.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“The negotiations were paused on 20 June and a new President and Government have since taken office in Iran. During the five months that followed, the High Representative of the EU, in his capacity as Coordinator of the JCPOA, dedicated significant efforts to impress upon the Iranian side the need to resume the negotiations based on the complex work undertaken and the hard-won compromises already reached by the summer. We have held several rounds of consultations in Tehran and Brussels. We have continued close coordination with other JCPOA participants and with the United States. We welcome the efforts of all the members of the Council and our partners to support this endeavour and hope to continue working hand-in-hand to restore the JCPOA. Negotiations finally resumed on 29 November in Vienna and the seventh round is ongoing as we speak.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“António Guterres, and his team in the Secretariat, represented here by Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo, for their endless dedication and perseverance in their work related to the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) and, in particular, for preparing the report on its implementation (S/2021/995) for today’s discussion. My second remark of gratitude goes to Her Excellency Ms. Geraldine Byrne Nason of Ireland in her role as Facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) and for her work to keep members informed of the current state of play. Allow me to briefly set the scene for the developments since we last reported on this matter in June (see S/PV.8811). As we all know, since April, all JCPOA participants and the United States have engaged in intense negotiations in Vienna to bring the JCPOA back on track.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“Mr. Skoog: I congratulate you, Mr. President, as well as the Niger, on assuming the presidency of the Security Council, and I thank you for giving me the floor. It is again an honour to have this opportunity to address the Security Council on behalf of the High Representative of the European Union (EU) for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Mr. Josep Borrell Fontelles, in his capacity as Coordinator of the Joint Commission of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). I would first like to thank the Secretary-General, Mr.”
2021-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8930 (2021) · source
“The Economic and Investment Plan and the delivery of more than 1.3 million doses of vaccines, donated by Team Europe, once again demonstrate the EU’s strong commitment to Bosnia and Herzegovina. The EU stands ready to provide further support, including strengthening Bosnia and Herzegovina’s resilience to future health crises. Lastly, the EU urges all political actors in Bosnia and Herzegovina to abandon the divisive and secessionist rhetoric rooted in the past. We also wish to reiterate the EU’s unequivocal commitment to the sovereignty, unity, territorial integrity and multi-ethnic diversity of Bosnia and Herzegovina. This is our firm and unchanged position. The European Union and its member States fully and firmly support Bosnia and Herzegovina’s European Union perspective as a single, united and sovereignty country.”
2021-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8896 (2021) · source
“Such efforts should continue and be strengthened, while also taking into consideration the need for fair burden-sharing among the entities and the cantons, with regard to hosting capacity and capacity- building efforts in the area of border management. We expect that the authorities will guarantee the proper conditions for comfortably hosting migrants and refugees in Bosnia Herzegovina during winter and beyond. (spoke in English) Bosnia and Herzegovina continues to be severely impacted by the global coronavirus disease pandemic. In these difficult times, the EU remains firmly engaged in assisting Bosnia and Herzegovina in addressing immediate health needs, as well as the long-term social and economic impact resulting from the pandemic.”
2021-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8896 (2021) · source
“We expect that the country’s political leaders will put an end to such rhetoric and actions that serve only to stoke the political crisis and, through specific and robust actions, seek to promote reconciliation within the country. Revisionism, in particular minimizing or negating the Srebrenica genocide and the glorification of war criminals are contrary to European Union values and incompatible with the prospect of European Union integration. We welcome the tangible measures that were taken by the authorities to improve migration and asylum management in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with our support.”
2021-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8896 (2021) · source
“We also urge Bosnia and Herzegovina to work with determination on the implementation of the other 14 key priorities, in particular towards strengthening the rule of law, the independence and integrity of the judiciary, fighting corruption and organized crime, countering radicalization as well as guaranteeing the independence of the media and safety of journalists, promoting youth employment and education, gender equality and renewing their efforts towards socioeconomic reforms. (spoke in French) The European Union firmly condemns rhetoric that attempts to call into question the territorial integrity of the country and its State institutions.”
2021-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8896 (2021) · source
“The EU regrets the fact that Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Constitution remains non-compliant with the European Convention on Human Rights, as per the ruling in the Sejdić-Finci and related cases. We underline that a number of Constitutional Court decisions have yet to be fully enforced. The EU expects the inter-agency working group to resume its work as a matter of priority and calls for an inclusive process of electoral reform, through genuine dialogue and in line with European standards that would eliminate all forms of inequality and discrimination in the electoral process. In that regard, we underline that no legislative or political steps should be taken that would make the implementation of the Sejdić-Finci and related European Court of Human Rights rulings more challenging.”
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