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Sveinsson

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2015-01-15
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2015-09-30
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  1. “I would like to join others in urging the members of the Security Council to renew their efforts to find ways to act together and put differences aside. I take note of the Secretary-General's observation in his recent report on the future of United Nations peace operations (S/2015/682). It states that his envoys find themselves in situations where they search for ways to initiate political processes even as Member States and regional actors reinforce military and financial support to opposing sides. The only way highly complex conflicts of the type we see in this region will be resolved is through united and concerted action by the Security Council.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  2. “But these numbers are small compared to the millions of refugees in the countries of origin and their neighbouring countries. Iceland is determined to do its part in helping to address the humanitarian aspects of this man-made catastrophe. We believe it is most urgent to steer assistance to the region. By improving the life of the millions of displaced in the region, we will reduce the desperation that drives them into the hands of traffickers. The Icelandic Government has allocated $16 million to supporting the vital work of frontline United Nations institutions. We will also take an increased numbers of refugees to Iceland. Allow me to commend the Secretary-General for holding the side event on migration today. The Security Council has the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  3. “Security, human rights and the rule of law are heavily compromised in a string of countries in the region. Across the region extreme terrorist forces, such as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, succeed in exploiting the situation, bringing further chaos and misery. In addition, they pose a major threat to other countries within and beyond the region, not least through the spread of foreign terrorist fighters. The fatal attraction of violence and extremist doctrines to some young people in our societies presents a further challenge. Meanwhile neighbouring countries struggle to address the massive humanitarian challenges. Turkey, Lebanon and Jordan deserve praise for giving support and safe havens to many millions. There has been a marked increase in the number ofpeople from the region trying to find refuge in Europe.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  4. “Our leaders have just agreed on the Sustainable Development Goals to be fulfilled by 2030. This forward-looking vision of hope makes it clear that sustainable development, peace and security are tightly related. However, the Arab Spring, which raised so many hopes just a few years ago, has given way to a situation that, for many, amounts to a living hell. A large part of the population of Syria has either been displaced in their own land or has left its country altogether, driven out by vicious attacks from Government forces or by rebel groups. Libya is fragmented and achieving unity between the disparate factions is proving very hard. Iraq is divided. War rages in Yemen. The Palestine/ Israel situation and the unresolved Western Sahara/ Morocco dispute continue to fester.”

    2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source

  5. “Iceland also welcomes the State of Palestine to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which continues to be of utmost importance to Iceland and will undoubtedly come to benefit Palestine as a coastal State. The time to negotiate all final status issues is long overdue. The failure of the Security Council to provide a timeline that might assist in bringing about a solution is disappointing. There is consensus on the urgency. This is a conflict that can be resolved, but ifthat is to happen the Security Council needs to be more proactive.”

    2015-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7360 (2015) · source

  6. “Iceland recognized the State of Palestine in 2011. We welcome the recent recognition by our fellow Nordic State, Sweden. That signal, added to that of many other States Members of the United Nations, encompasses the vision of a State based on the 1967 borders. Iceland is pleased to see that the State of Palestine has ratified several international agreements. In particular, the decision of the State of Palestine to accede to the Rome Statute should be applauded. As a long-time supporter of the International Criminal Court, Iceland encourages all United Nations Member States to put themselves under the jurisdiction of the Court, whose purpose is to help end impunity for crimes deemed especially serious by the international community.”

    2015-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7360 (2015) · source

  7. “This is a clear breach of international law. We join others in calling on Israel to stop all settlement activity. In particular, we urge Israel to reverse the decision on the forced resettlement of Bedouins in the West Bank. The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire, with recent news of people dying from exposure. The situation must be urgently improved through constructive cooperation between the Israeli authorities and the Palestinian authorities. The blockade must be lifted immediately and Gaza needs to be allowed to function as a normal economy. At the same time, security concerns on both sides must be addressed. It is important that the Palestinian authorities take on real governmental responsibility for Gaza. Militant action from Gaza is unacceptable and will lead to further suffering and away from a negotiated solution.”

    2015-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7360 (2015) · source

  8. “First of all allow, me to thank Chile for convening this open debate. We are seeing a period of exceptional instability in the Middle East. The vicious conflict in Syria has become the epicentre, and the intractability of certain conflicts in the region makes it all the more important to look for places where progress can be made. The long-standing conflict between the Palestinian people and Israel should be possible to solve. Indeed, a solution has been on the table for many years - the two-State solution. There are viable parties on both sides who can make the deal, but both sides need to commit in word and deed to the two-State solution and they must refrain from actions which undermine the viability ofthe only solution which will bring peace. The expansion of Israeli settlements and the expropriation of land in Palestine continue.”

    2015-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7360 (2015) · source