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“In addition to supporting Ukraine at the political level, since 2014 Poland has been providing the necessary humanitarian aid to internally displaced persons from areas affected by armed conflict in eastern Ukraine, as well as the most vulnerable local population. Poland has always provided humanitarian aid via bilateral and multilateral channels. Poland contributed financially this year to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in Kyiv; we appeal to Security Council members to kindly consider backing the Office as well. Furthermore, I want to thank Ms. Mueller and OCHA for the hard work, dedication and determination shown in dealing with this crisis.”
2018-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8386 (2018) · source
“Mueller showed that we cannot turn a blind eye to the humanitarian situation. A persisting lack of respect for the ceasefire by the illegal, Russia- supported military formations and the indiscriminate shelling of residential areas put at risk the lives of the conflict-affected population. International humanitarian law is not respected. Since the beginning of the conflict, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has recorded more than 10,000 people killed and over 24,000 injured. At least 2,500 of those killed were civilians. With winter approaching, hundreds of thousands of people in eastern Ukraine will require additional assistance. Let me emphasize that Poland strives to deliver assistance to those in need in eastern Ukraine.”
2018-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8386 (2018) · source
“It is worrisome that similar activities concerning the development of military capabilities are taking place in Crimea and the Sea of Azov. For several months, Russia has delayed hundreds of commercial vessels attempting to reach Ukrainian ports on the Sea of Azov via the Kerch Strait for extended periods and at great economic cost to Ukraine. Further militarization and increased tensions bring about even more instability to an already troubled region. The humanitarian situation in eastern Ukraine has further deteriorated since June. Fifty-one per cent of the population living in territories up to five kilometres from the contact line did not receive any support in the past 12 months, while over 60 per cent ofthe population has limited access to health care. The information presented by Ms.”
2018-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8386 (2018) · source
“Reports of the Special Monitoring Mission of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) confirm that Russia is consistently strengthening its military presence in Donbas. Convoys of trucks are crossing the Russian-Ukrainian border day and night - as well as doing so where there are no border crossing facilities and always without any OSCE or Ukrainian inspection. The Special Monitoring Mission has observed such convoys on seven occasions since August alone. With little to no access in some areas, Special Monitoring Mission capabilities are crippled. On a regular basis, so-called separatists are identified as responsible for the cases of intimidation of observers and firing or jamming observation drones belonging to the Special Monitoring Mission.”
2018-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8386 (2018) · source
“We asked for this meeting today to condemn the announcement of the so-called elections to be held in the so-called Luhansk People's Republic and Donetsk People's Republic on 11 November. That announcement is contrary to the letter and spirit of the Minsk agreements; therefore, we call on the Russian Federation to make full use of its influence over the separatists to avoid any steps that would obstruct the advancement of the implementation of the Minsk agreements. It is also a setback to the efforts made in the Normandy format and by the Trilateral Contact Group. It is yet another demonstration of disregard for international norms and of efforts to undermine the achievement of peace in eastern Ukraine. Russian aggression against Ukraine remains a source of security threats in the whole region.”
2018-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8386 (2018) · source
“I want to thank Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo and Assistant Secretary-General Ursula Mueller for their comprehensive briefings. Poland strongly supports the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders. We underline the need for the full implementation of the Minsk agreements by all sides. It is the only way to achieve a lasting solution to the conflict in and around Ukraine. This conflict is not an ethnic, internal conflict, as Russia tries to portray it. It is a State-to-State conflict initiated by Russia and systematically fuelled by Russia with the purpose of destabilizing Ukraine.”
2018-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8386 (2018) · source
“That requires a genuine political transition in line with resolution 2254 (2015) and the Geneva communique, (S/2012/522, annex), negotiated by the Syrian parties within the United Nations-led Geneva process.”
2018-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8384 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we are deeply troubled by the severe situation of the most vulnerable victims of this conflict - especially children, women, members ofreligious minorities and internally displaced persons. Those groups currently constitute half of the current population of Idlib. If they are not protected, we risk a humanitarian catastrophe that might also include a serious threat of sexual violence. Let me conclude by underlining that there can be no military solution to the Syrian conflict. A political agreement remains the only way towards peace. In that regard, I would like to emphasize the importance of the establishment of the constitutional committee.”
2018-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8384 (2018) · source
“We must put in place practical measures to effectively prevent or minimize civilian casualties and incidental damage to civilian objects. Humanitarian assistance is by definition dependent upon those who provide it, that is, humanitarian and medical personnel. We must not forget that their safety and security need to be prioritized. They must be protected while performing their tasks. We would like to reiterate our strong call to all the parties with influence over the situation on the ground, especially the Astana guarantors, to take all the necessary actions to achieve a full cessation of hostilities throughout the Syrian territory. The scale of the Syrian crisis and humanitarian needs remain enormous.”
2018-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8384 (2018) · source
“We reiterate our call to all parties to the conflict to implement the ceasefire to ensure unhindered and safe humanitarian access for all humanitarian actors to the whole territory of Syria, including cross-border delivery of humanitarian assistance, in particular in the Rukban area, as well as areas that have recently changed control. In that context, Poland would again like to strongly emphasize the need for full compliance by all the parties with their obligations under international humanitarian law and human rights law. We also underline the obligation of all parties to the conflict to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure. The protection of civilians in armed conflicts should be at the centre of our debate.”
2018-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8384 (2018) · source
“The agreement between Russia and Turkey to establish a demilitarized area in the Idlib de-escalation zone allowed us to avoid risk of a humanitarian catastrophe. However, civilians across Idlib and surrounding areas have continued to face a range of protection threats, and massive humanitarian needs have persisted. The situation of the 3 million people in Idlib is a cause for very serious concern. We consider the agreement between Russia and Turkey a right move towards avoiding a humanitarian catastrophe. However, at the same time, we urge all parties to the conflict to ensure the full implementation of the agreement.”
2018-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8384 (2018) · source
“I would also like to thank Mr. Mark Lowcock, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, for his comprehensive briefing. We support his five recommendations. We have to acknowledge that the conflict in Syria has resulted in violence and violations of international law, including human rights law, and has brought suffering to the civilian population of Syria on a scale that is unique in today's world. Despite reaching unanimity in previously adopted resolutions - for example, resolution 2401 (2018) - we are still lacking substantial change on the ground. We understand that any solution is not entirely in our hands, but still we should try to do our utmost to find a possible way to provide life-saving aid.”
2018-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8384 (2018) · source
“The plan set four main outcomes for the period 2018- 2021: the meaningful participation ofwomen in conflict prevention and peacekeeping; the implementation of the women and peace and security agenda; the protection of and support for victims of conflict-related sexual and gender-based violence; and, finally, the promotion and development of the women and peace and security agenda in Poland. If we are serious about our commitment to a more peaceful, sustainable and prosperous world, there is simply no alternative to investing in women, giving them a voice in all relevant decision-making processes and supporting their political and economic empowerment. We need to stop seeing women as victims of war and, rather, look at them as leaders for peace.”
2018-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8382 (2018) · source
“No discussion of women's empowerment would be complete without a reference to the role that education must play in this process. Education is a catalyst for achieving equal participation in society and achieving women's integration into long-term economic recovery. It is also an important step towards removing the obstacles that impede women's full participation in political life, conflict prevention, and peace and transitional justice processes. I am very pleased to inform the Council that Poland has just adopted its first-ever national action plan on women and peace and security. This clearly shows our comprehensive commitment to implementing the Council's resolutions on women and peace and security.”
2018-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8382 (2018) · source
“Over the past several years, Poland has been supporting women's economic recovery and empowerment in Palestine. This year we have focused on enhancing women's entrepreneurship, supporting newly established, women-run businesses and creating jobs. Polish aid has also financed the implementation of sustainable irrigation systems in home gardens in the West Bank. This new irrigation technology can save water and increase crop yields by up to 20 per cent. Larger crops will not only enhance the food security of Palestinian women and their families, but also constitute a source of additional income. This project has not only given those women a strong tool for their economic empowerment but also contributed to fostering gender quality. Allow me to make my last point.”
2018-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8382 (2018) · source
“It gives them the courage to speak up about violence and abuse. Empowerment is about much more than acknowledging the important work that women already do. It is also about how power and resources such as land and water are distributed and who makes the decisions. Fostering and consolidating women's economic empowerment is crucial to the full participation of women in society and must therefore be a collaborative effort. It requires action to be taken within United Nations bodies and in cooperation with other international organizations and the international community and, most importantly, it requires action by local communities in post- conflict countries. I very much agree with my predecessor that we need action. In this context, allow me to share some information about Polish development assistance and our projects.”
2018-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8382 (2018) · source
“We need to identify and support policies that strengthen not only women's voices but also women's leadership in decision-making processes during peacebuilding, and also to ensure that women have a strong voice in decision-making, from the initial peacemaking process to the establishment and development of local and national governmental institutions. We know that there are women who are adequately trained for these roles, that women are available for high-level appointments and, further, that qualified women are everywhere. One of the factors that enables women to participate more actively in society and peacebuilding processes is economic empowerment. Basic economic stability helps women live securely, have greater leverage to earn respect in their communities, and become active and contributing members of society.”
2018-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8382 (2018) · source
“A major challenge is that women are often perceived as not having the skills, knowledge or social status needed to bring about change in post-conflict environments. Changing this requires a shift in mindset by negotiators and mediators as to how they View the role of women. We welcome the focus of this year's debate on political and economic empowerment. We believe there is a need for a broader discussion in the Security Council on the importance of women's empowerment in conflict and post-conflict settings. In this context, I would like to focus on the following key points: leadership, empowerment and education. The meaningful participation of women in peace processes and broader political processes is reflected in the quality of such participation, not in the number of women who participate; it is about women's leadership.”
2018-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8382 (2018) · source
“The women and peace and security agenda has been greatly enriched, including by highlighting the disproportionate impact of armed conflict on women and girls, the great benefits of enhancing the involvement of women in peace processes, and the absolute necessity of tackling the question of sexual violence as a tactic of war. It is also widely understood that women and men have different experiences both during and after conflict and that women have a unique set of challenges related to peacebuilding and security. There is no doubt that in spite of the achievements registered, much remains to be done. There has been a marginal increase in the number of women involved in formal peace talks, and, consequently, women's concerns are rarely on the agenda of peace talks.”
2018-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8382 (2018) · source
“I would like to commend Bolivia for having convened today's important debate. Poland aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the observer of the European Union. I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his valuable remarks. I also thank the Executive Director of UN-Women, Ms. Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, for her briefing. We are also pleased to see Ms. Randa Siniora Atallah with us in the Chamber today; the voice of civil society is important for us to hear. We are also honoured by the presence of ministers from Sweden and the Netherlands. The need to include women in peacebuilding and conflict resolution has been gradually acknowledged in the international peacebuilding arena.”
2018-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8382 (2018) · source
“We also look forward to the implementation of the arrangement signed in November 2017 between Myanmar and Bangladesh on the return of displaced persons from Rakhine state, and the memorandum of understanding signed in June by Myanmar, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the United Nations Development Programme.”
2018-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8381 (2018) · source
“At the same time, we reiterate our call to Myanmar to fully cooperate in addressing the situation in Rakhine state with all the relevant United Nations and international bodies, including the Human Rights Council's independent international fact- finding mission. Poland also emphasizes the importance of establishing conditions conducive to the safe, voluntary, dignified and sustainable return of displaced persons to Rakhine state and their reintegration. We urge the Government to immediately ease restrictions on freedom of movement in order to facilitate access for all communities to employment opportunities, education, health care and other services.”
2018-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8381 (2018) · source
“We are of the view that lasting peace and stability can be achieved only through comprehensive and inclusive national dialogue, with the participation of all ethnic groups. We acknowledge Myanmar's establishment in July of an independent commission of inquiry, and the Secretary-General's appointment of a Special Envoy on Myanmar. The commission is expected to submit a report within six months. We hope that the commission will bring us closer to ensuring accountability by working in an independent, objective and transparent way. We also note the Special Envoy's visit to Myanmar this month and encourage the Government of Myanmar to continue cooperating with both the commission and the Special Envoy.”
2018-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8381 (2018) · source
“We further reiterate the call on the Government of Myanmar to take every possible step to defuse the tensions between communities and to grant full, safe and unconditional humanitarian access without delay. We call on the Government and its security forces to ensure that security, the rule of law and accountability prevail in Myanmar, including in Rakhine, Kachin and Shan states. We must also seek a comprehensive and durable solution addressing the root causes of the problem, including the elimination of statelessness, discrimination and underdevelopment, as outlined in the recommendations of the Advisory Commission on Rakhine State. We hope the Government of Myanmar will swiftly and fully implement the Commission's recommendations in that regard.”
2018-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8381 (2018) · source
“I would like to thank the Chairperson ofthe Human Rights Council's independent international fact-finding mission, Mr. Marzuki Darusman, for his detailed and very worrying briefing. The alarming findings presented in his report show that the problem is grave and should be dealt with accordingly. I would like to underline the importance of accountability. While welcoming the State Counsellor's commitment to bringing all the perpetrators of human rights violations and other criminal acts to justice, we stress that the credible allegations of serious human rights violations and abuses must be investigated. We call on all sides to put an immediate end to all violence. We particularly urge Myanmar to ensure the protection of all civilians without discrimination and to fully abide by international human rights law.”
2018-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8381 (2018) · source
“First, concrete steps must be taken to de-escalate the fighting and establish a durable cessation of hostilities. Secondly, safe and unhindered humanitarian access must be ensured. Thirdly, international humanitarian law must be respected and the protection of civilians ensured at all times. Lastly, immediate measures need to be taken to stabilize the economy and support the exchange rate. These issues are still very urgent. In conclusion, the Council bears the responsibility for the situation in Yemen. It is time to take concrete action in order to bring the conflict to an end. We must stand united in our call to the parties to step up their engagement in an inclusive, United Nations- led political process without preconditions, so that a peaceful solution can soon be reached for the sake of the Yemeni people.”
2018-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8379 (2018) · source
“It is therefore crucial to maintain the full functioning of the port and to ensure that all roads leading from Al-Hudaydah are accessible in order to enable basic commodities to be delivered. The collapse of the economy and State structures is yet another factor contributing to the further deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Yemen. As a result of the rapid devaluation of the Yemeni rial, prices of basic commodities are skyrocketing and the purchasing power ofmillions ofpeople is falling. Could any of us imagine being forced to live on less than $1 a day? In the light of such a tragic humanitarian situation, I would like to point to the provisions ofthe presidential statement adopted in March (S/PRST/2018/5) by the Council and to recall four important points.”
2018-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8379 (2018) · source
“We urge all parties to the conflict, as well as those with influence over them, to take immediate action to save Yemeni children from hunger and the atrocities of war. We are also alarmed by the escalation of fighting in and around Al-Hudaydah, where an increase in air strikes, naval and ground shelling has resulted in scores of civilian casualties as well as damage to civilian infrastructure. The intensification of hostilities in Al-Hudaydah poses a major threat not only to the city and its inhabitants, but also to the critical lifeline for humanitarian assistance. The disruption of the strategic supply chain leading through Al-Hudaydah would have disastrous humanitarian consequences for millions of people across the country.”
2018-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8379 (2018) · source
“The country may also face a new wave of the cholera epidemic, as the number of suspected cases has increased. The dire situation of Yemeni civilians continues to be exacerbated by the escalation of hostilities and attacks on civilian infrastructure. We believe that the highly alarming situation of children in Yemen requires the special attention of the Council. Every 10 minutes a Yemeni child dies from entirely preventable war-related causes, and thousands have already been killed or injured as a result ofconflict. Currently, almost every child in Yemen is in need of aid and, according to recent estimates, an additional 1 million children are now at risk of descending into famine. Those numbers are deeply disturbing and horrifying.”
2018-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8379 (2018) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking Mr. Mark Lowcock for his very objective, yet alarming, briefing. We would like to express our gratitude for his efforts, his team and the activities of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Yemen. I would also like to thank the United Kingdom for taking the initiative to convene this very timely meeting. It demonstrates the desperate urgency of the humanitarian situation in Yemen. We have observed the continued deterioration of the living conditions of the Yemeni population, as just described by Mr. Lowcock. The situation of civilians is getting worse day by day, as Yemen is now on the brink of the worst famine. We are appalled by reports estimating that up to 4 million more Yemenis may become severely food insecure by the end of the year if conditions do not improve.”
2018-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8379 (2018) · source
“We value its engagement in supporting the political process, protecting civilians and ensuring a secure environment for the delivery of humanitarian aid. In conclusion, while we appreciate the achievements made so far, there is still a long road ahead for the Central African Republic. In our View, the international community and the country's people must stay the course in order to preserve what has already been accomplished. Poland supports the recommendations contained in the report of the Secretary-General (S/2018/922). We commend the important work being done by the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), the European Union mission and other international partners in the Central African Republic.”
2018-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8378 (2018) · source
“Poland welcomes the redeployment in several areas of the country of the armed forces trained by the European Union Training Mission with MINUSCA's operational support, which is essential in order to reinforce national ownership and responsibility for the country's security. Nevertheless, the issue of logistical support to the national security forces must be urgently addressed. Poland would like to point out that all international partners providing assistance on the ground should work in a coordinated and transparent manner, which is the only way to achieve a unified approach to operationalizing the Central African Republic forces and ensuring their compliance with the highest standards. Considering the fragile situation in the Central African Republic, MINUSCA's priorities and core tasks remain valid.”
2018-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8378 (2018) · source
“It is critical to create closer links between the peace process and justice, and in that context we emphasize the importance of the elections planned for 2020 and 2021, which should provide the necessary impetus for implementing the processes of decentralization, establishing transitional justice and extending State authority. At the same time, the efforts to overcome the political impasse and ensure the delivery of urgent humanitarian aid should be complemented by long- term development programmes that address the root causes of the conflict and that include all groups from every side of the conflict.”
2018-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8378 (2018) · source
“While commending the support provided by the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) and the African Union, as well as the engagement of regional and subregional actors in the mediation and reconciliation efforts, Poland emphasizes that consistency is key. To bring about real change, the political process must involve all political, social and ethnic groups, as well as women, and must be conducted at both the national and local levels. To that end, it is essential to ensure transparency in all actions undertaken by external actors. The country's political, administrative and judicial structures must be rebuilt and the sense of impunity in society reduced.”
2018-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8378 (2018) · source
“I would like to begin by thanking our briefers, Mr. Parfait Onanga-Anyanga, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the Central African Republic, Mr. Bedializoun Moussa Nebie, Special Representative of the African Union to the Central African Republic, Mr. Koen Vervaeke, Managing Director for Africa of the European External Action Service, and our colleague Ambassador Kacou Le'on Adom for their insightful presentations. Poland welcomes the fact that some positive progress has been made under the African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation, which remains the main framework for resolving the crisis in the Central African Republic. However, further efforts are needed to ensure that the achievements made so far are not lost. We call on all parties to the crisis to fully engage in dialogue and to fulfil their commitments.”
2018-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8378 (2018) · source
“The impact of the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel on the stabilization of the region cannot be ignored. We therefore welcome the efforts made towards operationalizing the Joint Force, including its police component, which will ensure continuity between Joint Force operations and the judicial systems, in accordance with the rule of law and human rights. We also take note of the appointment of the Joint Force's new Force Commander, General Hanena Ould Sidi of Mauritania, and his assumption of his duties. In conclusion, Poland commends Special Representative Mahamat Saleh Annadif for his excellent leadership, and all United Nations civilian and uniformed personnel for their continued hard work in a challenging environment.”
2018-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8376 (2018) · source
“Full and timely investigations into all allegations are essential, as are measures designed to bring perpetrators of these crimes to account. We also want to underline the responsibility of the Malian authorities to take every action necessary to swiftly investigate and prosecute perpetrators of crimes and grave human rights abuses against civilians, as well as those responsible for attacks against humanitarian workers, the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), international forces and Malian defence and security forces. Taking into account MINUSMA's crucial role in stabilizing Mali, we welcome its efforts aimed at improving the security of United Nations peacekeepers, which have resulted in a reduction of fatalities and casualties in the Mission.”
2018-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8376 (2018) · source
“In that regard, we commend the Government of Mali and the United Nations for signing a pact for peace, in accordance with resolution 2423 (2018), at the last session of the Agreement Monitoring Committee in October. The pact represents new momentum for political reforms in areas such as decentralization, the security sector and the rule of law, as well as socioeconomic development based on greater inclusiveness and with the coherent support of international and regional partners. Secondly, the human rights situation remains alarming. We therefore call on the Malian Government to prevent human rights violations and abuses, including those committed by Malian armed forces when conducting counter-terrorism operations.”
2018-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8376 (2018) · source
“Let me begin by thanking Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix for his very informative briefing on recent developments in Mali. I would like to focus on three issues: the political process, the human rights situation and the security situation. First, on the political process, we commend the Malian people for their peaceful and successful holding of the presidential elections within the time frame set by the Constitution, despite several anomalies and some security incidents in northern and central Mali. Following the re-election of President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, we welcome his renewed commitment to the swift and full implementation of the remaining key provisions of the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali.”
2018-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8376 (2018) · source
“We, therefore, urge all Palestinian factions to work together to achieve the sustainable development of that process, thereby allowing the Palestinian Authority to resume its full responsibilities in Gaza. One single and legitimate Palestinian Authority could be an important step towards ensuring the unity of a future Palestinian State and providing a basis for a sustainable peace agreement. In conclusion, let me underline the severe funding difficulties of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). Collective efforts by the international community have enabled UNRWA to continue providing essential services until the end of this year. The termination of UNRWA's important activities could well cause instability and create a vacuum that would serve only the extremists.”
2018-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8375 (2018) · source
“We support the two-State solution, under which the national aspirations of both parties to the conflict would be met, including the Palestinian right to self- determination and independence, as well as the Israeli right to ensure its security. Unfortunately, the two-State solution seems to be at risk of fading away. The likely demolition of Khan Al-Ahmar in the very near future and subsequent Israeli settlement plans, potentially splitting the West Bank into two parts, would make the two-State solution almost impossible. We are closely following Egyptian-led discussions on intra-Palestinian reconciliation and hope that that process will be successful.”
2018-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8375 (2018) · source
“Our main goal and commitment should be the resumption of a meaningful peace process. We still believe that only by returning to meaningful bilateral negotiations, based on the relevant United Nations resolutions and international law, will it be possible to bring positive input to the process. That is the only path towards a two-State solution and the resolution of all final-status issues. The creation of a political horizon, as well as an appropriate framework for political progress, will be possible only by working together with our regional and international partners, starting with the Middle East Quartet. We wish to especially underline the engagement of the United States and its peace proposal, which, when revealed, could help with the reactivation of the Middle East peace process.”
2018-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8375 (2018) · source
“We firmly condemn such incidents and call for a swift investigation to bring those responsible to justice. The humanitarian situation of 2 million people in the Gaza Strip is still alarming. Limited access to basic services, including health care, chronic energy crises and the lack of fuel, can easily lead to the escalation of social tensions that may destabilize the situation in the region even further. In that regard, we commend the efforts of Special Coordinator Mladenov to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in the Strip, including the fuel-delivery deal reached last week, thanks to his engagement. The danger of Gaza's collapse is real. That is why we strongly urge all parties to de-escalate, exercise maximum restraint and prevent incidents that jeopardize the lives of both Palestinians and Israelis.”
2018-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8375 (2018) · source
“On the one hand, Israel should respect the principle of proportionality in its use of force. On the other, protests at the Gaza border fence, fuelled by Hamas and the Islamic Jihad, have led to violence, which affects both parties to the conflict. Recurring rocket attacks from Gaza aimed at Israel, as well as the launching of incendiary kites and balloons from the Strip, which have been aimed at nearby Israeli communities, are unacceptable and must stop. Very worrying signals are also coming from the West Bank, where a Palestinian woman was killed by stone-throwing. On the Israeli side, three civilians have also been killed in recent days and weeks, including two Israelis killed by a Palestinian co-worker at the Barkan Industrial Park.”
2018-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8375 (2018) · source
“At the outset, let me thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for a very comprehensive and insightful briefing. I also thank Mr. Hagai El-Ad, Executive Director of B'Tselem, for his contribution. I would also like to align myself with the statement to be delivered later today on behalf of the European Union. Despite our constant calls for de-escalation in the Middle East, there has, unfortunately, been no progress at all. On the contrary, we have failed to prevent further loss oflife. Recent developments in the Gaza Strip, where thousands of Palestinians have demonstrated, some of them violently, are very worrying. Unfortunately, at least six Palestinians were killed and hundreds injured. Once again, we call on all sides to act with utmost restraint in order to avoid further casualties.”
2018-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8375 (2018) · source
“Only a real, tangible political process that ensures the true representation of the Syrian people can set a timetable and provide procedures for drafting a constitution and conducting free and fair elections supervised by the United Nations.”
2018-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8373 (2018) · source
“It requires the full and constructive engagement ofall the parties to the conflict, especially the Syrian authorities, in participating in the negotiations in good faith and without preconditions. Let me conclude by underlining that a political solution must be brokered in accordance with resolution 2254 (2015) and the Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex). There is no military solution to the conflict that can bring sustainable peace to the Syrians, and we should focus on achieving an intra-Syrian framework political agreement. It is for the Syrians themselves to negotiate, and that is why we desperately need to revive the United Nations political process in Geneva.”
2018-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8373 (2018) · source
“At the same time, Poland wants to point out that it is the duty of the Astana guarantors to protect the most recent de-escalation zone in Syria, which they made a commitment to safeguard. The measures necessary to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure must be ensured. We strongly believe that the Idlib ceasefire agreement is an opportunity for the resumption without delay of the political process under United Nations auspices in Geneva. In that regard, we express our full support for the Special Envoy's efforts to establish a constitutional committee as soon as possible. As has been repeatedly said in this Chamber, it should be implemented right now as a priority, and further steps should swiftly follow in order to enable a negotiated political transition process.”
2018-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8373 (2018) · source
“I would like to thank Mr. Staffan de Mistura, Special Envoy of the Secretary- General for Syria, for his very comprehensive briefing, and to express Poland's gratitude for his efforts to find a political solution to the Syrian crisis. I would like to reiterate Poland's support, especially at this crucial time in his consultations with the various parties. I would also like to share some reflections with the Council. The conflict in Syria has caused suffering to millions ofpeople who are forced to find refuge in other countries and who face starvation and armed offensives inside Syria, along with constant violations of human rights and international humanitarian law. In a broader political perspective, we welcome the agreement on Idlib between Russia and Turkey.”
2018-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8373 (2018) · source
“Today more than ever, the Council should take those issues into consideration, as we see that in many parts of the world climate change and environmental issues can become threat multipliers for conflicts and escalate tensions at the local and regional levels. We are ready to engage in further Council discussions on that issue.”
2018-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8372 (2018) · source