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“However, the peace process remains fragile, and clashes between parties to the conflict still occur. There must be an end to the violence. We call on South Sudanese actors to immediately observe the provisions of the cessation of hostilities agreement of December 2017 and disengage and separate their forces. We also believe that transitional security arrangements need to be put in place without any further delay. We are deeply concerned about the recent reports of the targeting of civilians and serious human rights violations and abuses, some of which may amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity. Poland is appalled by the recent incidents of sexual violence against women and girls near Bentiu.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“I would like to join other colleagues in thanking the Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Lacroix, and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Ms. Patten for their briefings. We also thank the Secretary-General for his latest report on South Sudan (S/2018/1103). We share its observations and recommendations. Allow me to complement my statement as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015) concerning South Sudan with two additional points on the political and security situation and the situation of the civilian population. Three months after the signing of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, we have seen some encouraging developments.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“Also, other than the usual work of the Committee, I aim to return to South Sudan in 2019, and possibly to neighbouring countries, on which occasion I truly hope to see some progress in the daily lives, safety and security of South Sudan's people, as a reflection of the high-level progress made on the political front.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“Since my previous briefing, the Committee received, for the first time, two exemption requests from Member States for travel by designated individuals, both of which were approved. Information supporting one such request allowed the Committee to update information in the sanctions list under resolution 2206 (2015) on 21 November, thereby facilitating the implementation by Member States of the targeted measures on the sanctioned individual Gabriel Jok Riak Makol. Looking ahead, apart from the regular Committee meetings, it is my intention to continue convening informal informals for interested members of the Committee at the Permanent Mission of Poland.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“Again, the chilling facts presented to the Committee on that occasion, including the finding that the number of victims of sexual and gender-based crimes recorded in 2018 at that time constituted the highest number recorded in the past three years, underscore the imminent need for the Government of South Sudan to act now, put an end to those brutal crimes and hold accountable those responsible for crimes committed as soon as possible. On 15 November, the Committee heard a presentation by the Coordinator of the Panel of Experts on the Panel's interim report and discussed the recommendations contained therein, which was also earlier elaborated on. Lastly, I wish to acknowledge and welcome the increased engagement by countries in the region in contacting the Committee to seek clarification on the measures and related exemption procedures.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“On 25 July, in connection with the establishment of an arms embargo on the territory of South Sudan pursuant to paragraph 4 of resolution 2428 (2018) and in the absence of an arms expert on the Panel and related reporting on the situation of arms in South Sudan at the time, the Committee received a briefing by the United Nations Mine Action Service. During informal consultations held on 27 August, the Committee discussed the report of the Chair's visit to South Sudan, Ethiopia, Uganda and Kenya, which was elaborated on earlier. On 14 September, the Committee heard a presentation by the Coordinator of the Panel of Experts pursuant to resolution 2428 (2018) in connection with the Panel's work programme. On 24 October, the Committee received a briefing by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“The Committee agreed to that recommendation and, in the interest of harmonizing the work and messaging of the Council's subsidiary organs, intends to discuss a text upon the adoption of new conclusions on children and armed conflict in South Sudan by the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict, which are currently under discussion. Turning to the third, and final, element of my statement today, I would like to provide a brief overview of the Committee's work since my briefing to the Council in May.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“The Committee took note of the third and fourth recommendations of the Panel, which were aimed at discouraging the misappropriation and diversion of public resources posing a risk to the peace, security and stability of South Sudan, and at preventing the illicit exploitation of or trade in natural resources in ways that may destabilize South Sudan, as described in paragraph l4(j) of resolution 2428 (2018). In its fifth, and final, recommendation, the Panel encouraged the Committee to urge the immediate release of all child soldiers and recommended strengthening coordination among all relevant agencies working on the demobilization of child soldiers, especially during the cantonment process described in the revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“The Committee agreed to revert to that recommendation upon the adoption of updated guidelines for the conduct of its work, which will take into account the provisions of resolution 2428 (2018). Secondly, in order to ensure compliance with the targeted measures in place against the eight individuals who are currently on the sanctions list under resolution 2206 (2015) and in order to ensure their effectiveness, the Panel recommended that the Committee issue a press release reiterating the obligation of all Member States to enforce the travel ban and the asset-freeze measures on individuals designated pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015) and extended by resolution 2428 (2018). The Committee agreed in principle to that recommendation and is currently considering a draft text of the press release.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“Based on its findings, the Panel made five recommendations in its interim report, consistent with the Panel's conclusion that, in spite of the progress on the political front, the patterns of the conflict reported to the Council earlier have persisted, with a humanitarian crisis, violence and instability still prevailing across most of the country. The recommendations and subsequent Committee actions were the following. First, with the aim of ensuring the effective implementation of the arms embargo introduced by resolution 2428 (2018), the Panel recommended that the Committee develop and make available on its website an Implementation Assistance Notice to assist Member States in the implementation of the arms embargo, including by further detailing the process by which exemptions may be sought.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“Let me remind members only that the Panel of Experts has presented its findings with regard to the political and security situation in South Sudan; violations of human rights and international humanitarian law; obstruction of humanitarian and peacekeeping missions; the illicit exploitation ofnatural resources by armed groups or criminal networks; arms procurement and the transfer of arms and provision of related technical assistance in violation of resolution 2428 (2018); and the implementation of the sanctions measures in South Sudan, which, for the first time in such a report, include the arms embargo introduced in July of this year, in addition to the targeted financial and travel measures that were originally imposed by resolution 2206 (2015) in March 2015.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“Let me now turn to the second focus of my briefing - the interim report of the Panel of Experts on South Sudan submitted pursuant to resolution 2428 (2018) and, more specifically, the actions taken by the Committee in response to the findings and recommendations of the Panel. I will not repeat in detail the contents of the interim report given that it was transmitted to the members of the Council and is now available as document S/2018/1049.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“It is envisaged that that meeting will take place in January 2019. The Committee also invited the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict to brief it again this year, pursuant to her last briefing in March last year, and to ask the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict to keep the Committee informed of relevant information, pursuant to her last briefing in April. In reference to paragraph 22 of resolution 2428 (2018), the Committee invited the Assistant Secretary-General for Human Rights to also share any relevant information with it. Lastly, in connection with paragraph 18 of the same resolution, the Committee invited the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to brief the Committee following the next IGAD summit on South Sudan.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“In an effort to further strengthen the implementation of the sanctions regime, and in response to the recommendations emanating from my visit, the Committee agreed to eight different actions, one of which was the briefing to inform the Council of my observations during the June visit to the four countries. The Committee also agreed to write to the four countries, thanking them for their hospitality and reflecting the matters discussed in connection with the South Sudan sanctions regime. It further agreed to send a note verbale to all Member States, reminding them of their obligations under the expanded sanctions regime established by resolution 2206 (2015), which was transmitted on 23 November, and to convene a briefing open to all Member States to allow those not members to also engage with the Committee.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“With regard to the region, I propose to continue efforts to encourage the regional States to keep the Committee informed of their efforts to implement the sanctions in place, including by submitting implementation reports on the targeted measures of the asset freeze and the travel ban and inspection reports in connection with the newly imposed arms embargo, as well as by observing the procedures in place for notifying and seeking exemption requests for the three sanctions measures in place concerning South Sudan. Without its full implementation, the sanctions regime risks losing its significance and impact, and the Committee its legitimacy, to the potential detriment of the civilian population of South Sudan.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“I remain hopeful that the international community will stand united in implementing the sanctions regime as part of its overall efforts to support the people of South Sudan in achieving peace, stability and security. In that regard, I intend to continue my efforts to clarify to the leadership of South Sudan that the sanctions regime has been put in place in support of the political process to achieve peace.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“I strongly hope that the Revitalized Agreement signed on 12 September signals the beginning of the end of the cycles of violence that have permeated the lives of the people of South Sudan, such that the parties honour their responsibilities in respecting and implementing the Agreement. As noted by many counterparts during my Visit, that struggle for power has resulted in inconceivable suffering and must end without any further delay. Support from the region and the wider international community will remain essential for the establishment of peace and stability in the country. I am encouraged by the common ground identified in my conversations with senior officials in the countries neighbouring South Sudan.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“In connection with paragraph 22 of resolution 2428 (2018), as Chair of the Committee, I will also continue to strengthen the Committee's cooperation with the Special Representatives of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict and on Sexual Violence in Conflict and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights in order to facilitate the sharing of information relevant to the Committee's mandate. In relation to paragraphs 18 and 25 of the same resolution, I will also continue to engage with the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring Mechanism and the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission to allow for information sharing. Secondly, I am encouraged by the progress made on the political front since my visit.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“I also recall that the members of the Council reaffirmed their willingness to impose targeted sanctions against individuals or entities responsible for actions or policies that threaten the peace, security or stability of South Sudan including the targeting of civilians, including women and children, through the commission of acts of Violence, including killing, maiming, torture or rape or other sexual violence. The Committee counts on the Panel of Experts to present to it relevant information in that regard. It also counts on all parties and all Member States to ensure cooperation with the Panel, in accordance with paragraph 21 of resolution 2428 (2018).”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“I further wish to recall the press statement of 7 December (SC/13611), in which members condemned in the strongest terms the brutal incidents of sexual and gender-based Violence against women near Bentiu in northern South Sudan in recent weeks. Members also underlined the Council's request for the Government of South Sudan to condemn the attacks, to ensure that a full investigation is carried out and those responsible are held accountable, and to break the cycle of impunity for sexual and gender-based Violence.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“Before turning to the Committee's actions taken in response to the observations made during my visit, I would like to highlight the key issues observed and raised during the visit. First, with regard to the humanitarian and human rights situation in South Sudan, I personally observed the pressing need for us all to continue our efforts to find a resolution to the crisis in the country. I am particularly concerned about the environment in which South Sudan's next generation is growing up and the effect of the acts of sexual violence on the victims and their communities. I acknowledge and support the calls by community leaders for accountability in that regard.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“The objective of my visit was threefold: first, to obtain a first-hand account of the implementation of the sanctions measures; secondly, to provide information for the Council's review of the mandate, pursuant to paragraph 2 of resolution 2353 (2017): and, thirdly, to strengthen dialogue and engagement with the States concerned regarding the implementation of the measures, including any needs for assistance. The Visit coincided with the review period set out in resolution 2418 (2018) and preceded the imposition of the arms embargo on 13 July, through the adoption of resolution 2428 (2018). My visit also preceded the adoption by the parties of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, concluded on 12 September.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“The Committee had an opportunity to engage with the Coordinator of the Panel on its findings and recommendations on 15 November, and subsequently to consider various follow-up actions in an effort aimed at improving the implementation and effectiveness of the regime. Thirdly, I will provide a brief overview of the developments in the Committee since my briefing in May. From 16 to 26 June, I had the opportunity to visit South Sudan, Ethiopia, Uganda and Kenya, in that order.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“In my capacity as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015), concerning South Sudan, I have the honour to brief the members of the Council on developments in the Committee since my previous briefing in this Chamber in May (see S/PV.8249). I intend to first focus on the Visit that I made to South Sudan and the region in June. Secondly, I will elaborate on the recommendations set out in the interim report of the Panel of Experts, which was submitted to the Committee on 2 November and published as a document of the Security Council on 26 November (S/2018/1049).”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8431 (2018) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to reiterate the long- standing position of the European Union that all settlement activity is illegal under international law. Settlements continue to undermine the practical prospects and hopes for peace. In that context, I also wish to reiterate our call for the plans to demolish Khan Al-Ahmar/Abu Al-Helu to be cancelled. Not only is the community at imminent risk of demolition and displacement, but it would also set a significant precedent for other Bedouin communities in Area C.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8429 (2018) · source
“In that regard, I commend the mobilization of the donors that helped secure additional funding for its budget, as well as the imposition of austerity measures by the Agency, under the leadership of Commissioner- General Pierre Kreihenbiihl. It is vital to continue those efforts in the coming year so as to ensure sustained support to UNRWA, as well as the transparency and accountability of its programmes. Unfortunately, provocation, incitement and inflammatory rhetoric continue on both sides. In our opinion, such acts constitute a significant obstacle to the reactivation of the peace process. It must also be stated that we have observed an increasing number of dangerous incidents as a result of that incitement and inflammatory rhetoric. Some of those incidents involve children, who need special protection.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8429 (2018) · source
“Undoubtedly, progress in the Palestinian reconciliation process would contribute to improving the situation on the ground. The humanitarian situation on the ground has continued to deteriorate. In the Gaza Strip, humanitarian conditions are especially dire. Basic needs continue to be unmet and many people lack access to basic services, including health care. The critical financial shortfalls of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) have also raised the alarm, particularly as 80 per cent of Gaza's population is dependent on the Agency's humanitarian services.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8429 (2018) · source
“In more general terms, let me underline that Poland supports a two-State solution, under which the national aspirations ofboth parties to the conflict would be met, including the Palestinian right to self-determination and independence, the Israeli right to ensure its security and the normalization of relations with Arab States. Unfortunately, we have so far not seen significant progress towards achieving that goal. The situation in the Gaza Strip is extremely worrying. There is a lack of progress on the political, security and humanitarian fronts. The prevailing lack of decisive steps towards a return of the legitimate Palestinian Government to Gaza, despite Egypt's best efforts to revive the process, is detrimental to Palestinian aspirations to statehood, contributes to the worsening of the humanitarian crisis and risks escalation.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8429 (2018) · source
“We call upon all parties to exercise restraint and spare no effort to avoid further escalation. Our priority is to restore a political horizon for the resumption of a meaningful peace process. We believe that a negotiated two-State solution and the resolution of all final status issues, including Jerusalem, settlements, the future of Palestinian refugees, borders and security arrangements remain a realistic way to fulfil the legitimate aspirations of both parties and achieve long-term peace. We appeal to both sides to refrain from taking unilateral steps that prejudge the outcome of final status negotiations, and expect them to demonstrate, through their actions and policies, their commitment to peace.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8429 (2018) · source
“On the contrary, we have seen that the recent security situation in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory has become more tense. Many times over the past months, we have expressed our great concern about the tragic loss of civilian lives on both sides. Recent developments on the ground clearly point to a constant need to continue the de-escalation process. Despite the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas on 14 November, the security situation in Gaza remains fragile, and miscalculations could result in the outbreak of violence. In that context, let me underline that all sides must fully comply with their obligations under international humanitarian and human rights law. Recent reports on the violence in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, are a source ofgreat concern. We deeply deplore the loss of lives on both sides.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8429 (2018) · source
“At the outset, let me thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his very comprehensive and insightful briefing on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016). I would also like to thank Ambassador Nikki Haley for sharing her plan for the peace process with us. Exactly two years ago this month, the Security Council adopted resolution 2334 (2016), reaffirming its previous resolutions regarding the applicable international law and the parameters of a peaceful solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. This year also marks 25 years since the first Oslo Accord. Despite its many shortcomings, the agreement represented a historic compromise. Unfortunately, since then the conflict has not seen significant progress towards achieving peace.”
2018-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8429 (2018) · source
“In our assessment, recent developments do not in and of themselves constitute a threat to international peace. We trust that all political actors in the region will act responsibly and refrain from any statements or actions that may lead to escalation. We welcome the restraint shown thus far. We also reiterate our conviction that lasting stability in the region can be achieved only through continued dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina under the auspices of the European Union, which should lead to a legally binding agreement on the comprehensive normalization of relations.”
2018-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8427 (2018) · source
“Let me begin by thanking His Excellency Mr. Aleksandar Vucie, President of the Republic of Serbia, for his presence at the Security Council today. I also welcome His Excellency Mr. Hashim Thaci, President ofthe Republic of Kosovo. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary-General Lacroix for his briefing. I will now make the following statement with regard to the issue at hand. We recognize that the transition of the Kosovo Security Force is in principle a matter for Kosovo to decide. However, we stress that it is of the utmost importance that the future armed forces of Kosovo be formed through an inclusive and gradual process, while respecting the relevant provisions of the Constitution. Then and only then can they serve the security interests of all communities.”
2018-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8427 (2018) · source
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank Ambassador Umarov for his dedication to the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1988 (2011). We believe that the Committee is a useful tool that can contribute to reconciliation in Afghanistan. However, we would like to underline that the procedures applied to its work have to be followed strictly by all States Members of the United Nations in order for the peace process to be Afghan-led and Afghan-owned. Finally, let me express our full support for the efforts of the Government of Afghanistan aimed at bringing about lasting peace and stability in the country. We encourage all parties to the internal and regional dialogue to strengthen their commitments in order to achieve that ambitious objective.”
2018-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8426 (2018) · source
“However, in order for us to see substantial and sustainable improvement, words must be translated into action. In addition, ensuring respect for humanitarian principles, human rights and international humanitarian law should always be an integral part of the United Nations Mission. Poland remains concerned over the growing number of civilian casualties, including women and children, resulting from landmines and improvised explosive devices. Afghanistan is one of the countries most affected by this type of contamination. In this context, let me welcome the country's efforts aimed at addressing the threat posed by landmines and underline the role of mine action in supporting sustainable development.”
2018-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8426 (2018) · source
“The deterioration of the security situation in the western areas of Ghazni province during November as a result of large-scale Taliban attacks is especially disturbing. Poland encourages the Afghan Government to restore stable security conditions, which will allow the local population to live normal lives. We also confirm our commitment to supporting the Afghan forces through training and advisory activities in the framework of the Resolute Support Mission, led by NATO. Despite the efforts undertaken by the Afghan authorities, the security situation strongly affects the civilian population. We are particularly concerned about the sad plight of children, who continue to suffer from the violence in the country. We welcome an enhanced focus on children and armed conflict.”
2018-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8426 (2018) · source
“Extreme weather events, droughts, desertification and water scarcity can lead to the escalation of local and regional conflicts and act as a threat multiplier. Therefore, we must emphasize the importance of mitigation and adaptation to climate change and strengthen countries' resilience in that regard. Proper climate-related risk assessments based on reliable data from the field and better management strategies are needed to effectively address these threats. As a strong contributor to the NATO engagement in Afghanistan, we are deeply concerned by the recent developments in Ghazni province, which have been experienced as a heroic struggle between the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces and anti-Government elements.”
2018-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8426 (2018) · source
“Poland has been a strong supporter of the nexus between security and development. In this regard, we took an active part in the Geneva Ministerial Conference, which expressed solidarity with the Afghan people and their Government in its efforts to promote prosperity and stimulate development. It also allowed Afghanistan to show progress and commitment in its pursuit of structural reforms. In this context, we welcome the commitment of the Afghan Government to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the progress made towards achieving Afghanistan's sustainable development goals. Climate change affects the security situation of many regions, including the region where Afghanistan is located.”
2018-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8426 (2018) · source
“Let me make three points: on parliamentary elections, the development of Afghanistan, with special attention to climate change, and the security situation in the country, including the threat posed by landmines. Poland welcomes all the positive developments that have occurred in Afghanistan in recent months. The parliamentary elections, conducted under difficult circumstances, demonstrated the strong commitment of Afghanistan's citizens, especially women and young people. The determination of millions of Afghans to exercise their civil rights was proof of the strength of the foundations of the democratic procedures used. We encourage the Afghan National Unity Government and all relevant institutions to continue their efforts aimed at improving the voting process during the upcoming presidential elections.”
2018-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8426 (2018) · source
“I would like to thank all the briefers - Executive Director Fedotov, Ambassador Umarov and Ms. Haress - for having shared their comprehensive analyses on the current situation in Afghanistan. Let me also express my gratitude to Special Representative Yamamoto for presenting the report of the Secretary-General (S/2018/1092) as well as for all the work of the team of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan, which is helping to promote political dialogue, foster economic development and enhance good governance. We align ourselves with the statement to be delivered later in today's debate by the Charge d'affaires of the Delegation of the European Union.”
2018-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8426 (2018) · source
“We also reiterate the proposal to invite States deemed by the Court to have breached their obligation to cooperate to address the Council. Additionally, we support the position that on the basis of such an exchange, the Council determines the concrete steps and effective measures to be taken when it is seized of the issue of States' non-cooperation with the Court. We would like to reiterate in this context our position expressed during the 6 July Arria Formula meeting on relations between the Court and the Council, which Poland co-sponsored. To conclude, we would like to reiterate our appeal to demonstrate support and cooperate with the Office and the Court in relation to the Darfur situation. Darfur's victims and witnesses, to whom we pay tribute, deserve no less.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“Let me stress once again that if we do not address the root causes of conflict and devise a sustainable solution allowing millions of internally displaced persons to safely return to their homes, durable peace in Darfur may be hard to achieve. We take note of the Office's reports on the travel of some of the suspects to several States, as well as the failure by Rome Statute States parties to arrest and surrender fugitives from the Court, both of which regrettable. We call on all stakeholders to undertake adequate steps to address these issues. In that regard, we take note of the fact that the Prosecutor has urged the Council to consider options to respond to States parties that invite and host Darfur suspects on their territory.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“We encourage it to continue fulfilling its commitment despite the challenges. While we acknowledge that the reported violence against civilians there appears to have decreased, we are concerned about the clashes between Government forces and the Sudan Liberation Army/Abdul Wahid faction in Jebel Marra and their consequences for the civilian population. We share the Office's concern about the high numbers of internally displaced persons and their fate upon their return to their areas of origin, including the risk of becoming victims of violence, including sexual violence, especially for women and girls.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“Bensouda observed in her previous briefing to the Council, "Sustainable peace and stability can return to Darfur only once the root causes of conflict are addressed. That includes ending impunity for alleged crimes under the Rome Statute in Darfur and ensuring accountability for the victims ofthose serious crimes." (see S/PV8290, p. 4) We call on all stakeholders to work towards that end and to cooperate with the Office, including, but not limited to, on facilitating the collection of evidence, the freezing of assets and assistance in the arrest and surrender of fugitives. We welcome the Office's dedication in pursuing investigations against suspects in the Darfur situation, the significant progress achieved and the cooperation and assistance from some States in furtherance of its mandate.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“I thank Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda for her report and for the work that the Office of the Prosecutor continues to carry out in this case, in keeping with its commitment to international criminal justice. All of this highlights the need for all States and the regional and other international organizations concerned to cooperate fully, as urged by the Security Council, acting under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations, in resolution 1593 (2005). This also reminds us of the significance of the Council's and other stakeholders' actions and support for the work of the Office of the Prosecutor, with a view to ensuring that the victims and the witnesses eventually see justice done. An additional reason for the importance of this follow-up is the fact that, as Ms.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8425 (2018) · source
“There is hope for Yemen. There is hope for improvement of the security situation in the country and for a peaceful resolution of the conflict. The window of opportunity is still open.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8424 (2018) · source
“Although we greatly welcome the progress on the political track, there are still major challenges that need to be addressed in the weeks to come, including the reopening of Sana'a airport and measures to improve the economic situation. We must also remember that the humanitarian situation still requires urgent action, including by implementing the five asks presented by Under-Secretary-General Mark Lowcock. The grave risk of a widespread famine in Yemen will not be reduced until unhindered and sustainable deliveries of humanitarian assistance are guaranteed. That is why the swift and full implementation of the cessation of hostilities in Al-Hudaydah is of paramount importance. To conclude, the consultations in Sweden have proved that despite significant differences, a political dialogue between the parties is possible.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8424 (2018) · source
“It is vital that the parties now deliver on the commitments made in Sweden. We encourage them to take advantage of that progress to continue to build trust, as well as to carry on their engagement with the Special Envoy, in order to pave the way for the resumption of formal peace negotiations. We look forward to the next round of consultations in January. In that vein, we would like to underscore the need to include underrepresented groups, including women and young people, in the political process. We strongly believe that the support of the international community, and especially the Security Council, is also essential to increase the prospect of peace in Yemen. We therefore stand ready to engage with our partners in the Council on the draft resolution that is to be presented by the United Kingdom.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8424 (2018) · source
“We are encouraged by the positive developments that followed that meeting, especially the first round of consultations between the parties in Rimbo. We thank the Government of Sweden and all other countries that contributed to making that conference happen. We commend the agreement on the exchange of prisoners and the statement of understanding on Taiz. Most importantly, we welcome with enthusiasm the agreement on the cessation of hostilities across Al-Hudaydah governorate and in the ports of Al-Hudaydah, Saleef and Ras Isa. We consider that arrangement to be a major achievement, as it has the potential to lead to the much-needed reopening of the humanitarian corridors. Poland strongly believes that the outcomes of consultations in Rimbo are the first significant step towards a peaceful settlement of the conflict.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8424 (2018) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank Mr. Martin Griffiths and Mr. Mark Lowcock for their informative briefings. Our special thanks go to the Special Envoy for his tireless efforts to resume the political dialogue between the parties to the conflict. He has our full support in all his endeavours. (spoke in Arabic) Allow me to welcome the Permanent Representative of Yemen and to wish him every success. (spoke in English) During our last briefing on the situation in Yemen in November (see S/PV.8404), we all agreed that a window of opportunity to relaunch a credible political process had presented itself and that it was vital to take full advantage of it in order to restore peace and stability in Yemen.”
2018-12-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8424 (2018) · source