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1. “I encourage adopting measures promoting the systematic involvement of women and support for women's initiatives in that regard. The inclusion of religious leaders and young people is also crucial and should be encouraged. In conclusion, let me assure you, Mr. President, that Poland, a member of the global coalition against Da'esh, will not stop in its efforts to combat ISIL's activities. We call on all others to do the same, and we remain ready to cooperate to that end.”

   2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source

2. “With regard to countering terrorist narratives and engaging communities, although I welcome the whole-of-Government and whole-of-society approach to countering violent extremism adopted by United Nations entities, I would also like to emphasize the gender dimension. Women and girls are particularly vulnerable to exploitation, trafficking and sexual and gender-based violence perpetrated by terrorists, and therefore adequate personnel and facilities need to be in place to provide tailored responses for female victims of terrorism, in accordance with resolution 2331 (2016). I agree with the report's observation that the full inclusion and empowerment of women are crucial to the success of programmes to prevent violent extremism and counter-terrorism.”

   2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source

3. “Thirdly, with regard to ensuring accountability and non-recurrence, given the relocation of foreign fighters and their families, international judicial cooperation, as well as terrorist prosecution, rehabilitation and integration efforts, has to be redoubled. That requires stepping up the collection, analysis and sharing of data, including evidence, which should be conducted in compliance with human rights and the rule of law. It also requires the development of relevant partnerships and strategies, including for the post-release context of those convicted of terrorism within prison systems. The challenges associated with their return to society must be properly addressed. We welcome the relevant work that has been done in that area, including the initiative mentioned in the report, and support its development.”

   2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source

4. “Secondly, concerning stopping the financing of terrorism, we have to step up efforts in cracking down on sources and flows of funding for ISIL, including businesses in which its members have reportedly invested. We should also identify and address the risk of abusing new payment modalities for terrorism- financing purposes, in particular in countries in which they remain unregulated. Member States should strengthen their financial intelligence, use of counter- terrorism financing tools and fulfil their obligation to freeze the assets of all entities on the Da'esh and Al-Qaida sanctions list. The assistance of the United Nations and other relevant actors in that area is vital. We welcome efforts to that end and encourage their continuation.”

   2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source

5. “First, with regard to preventing attacks by Da'esh and the spread of its network, although ISIL might have lost control of territories in Iraq and Syria, it remains a threat in both States and beyond, including through foreign terrorist fighters, terrorist groups and the related relocation phenomenon. Efforts must be continued to stop the creation and expansion of Da'esh and affiliated cells in South-East Asia, Libya, Afghanistan, West Africa and other regions and countries. Their members' cowardly attacks, like the one in May in Indonesia, must be prevented. Enhancing border management and law enforcement is crucial in that regard. While recognizing efforts aimed at raising standards and strengthening cooperation within those areas, we call for their further development.”

   2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source

6. “While acknowledging that the authorities of United Nations Member States bear the primary responsibility to stand up to the evolving threat posed by terrorists, we should encourage, support and commend the engagement of international, religious and civil society organizations, as well as academia and the private sector. Moreover, the fight against terrorists must be carried out in accordance with international human rights standards. In the long run, it requires also addressing the root causes of terrorism, including poor development perspectives and human rights situations. Let me focus on four issues of the utmost importance in countering Da'esh.”

   2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source

7. “I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Vladimir Voronkov, Executive Director Michele Coninsx and Ms. Joana Cook for their informative briefings. Let me also express my gratitude to the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate, the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism for the seventh report (S/2018/770) of the Secretary-General on the threat posed by the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL/ Da'esh) to international peace and security and the range of United Nations efforts in support of Member States in countering the threat. The efforts of those bodies in providing strategic- level reporting and the increasing cooperation among them with other stakeholders are most appreciated.”

   2018-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8330 (2018) · source

8. “We recognize the procurement channel and the Procurement Working Group as essential parts of the JCPOA and a significant transparency measure under the Plan. Poland supports the procurement channel and believes that its proper functioning ensures conformity of the relevant transfers in connection with the JCPOA and resolution 2231 (2015) and contributes to supporting the non-proliferation regime. Last but not least, I would like to thank Ambassador Karel van Oosterom for his balanced and scrupulous report. I would like to recognize his diligent efforts in facilitating the important, yet challenging, format ofthe Security Council by - as he described - promoting talks, transparency and trade in order to fully implement resolution 2231 (2015).”

   2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8297 (2018) · source

9. “At the same time, Poland shares concerns about Iranian activities undertaken that run contrary to the provisions of annex B contained in resolution 2231 (2015), as accurately reported by the Secretary- General. The JCPOA does not explicitly prohibit the development of delivery systems, or address the question ofIranian influence in the region, which some countries perceive as negative. In that connection, Iran should refrain from actions that are not in spirit of the JCPOA and could undermine the implementation of commitments under the Plan. The series of short- and medium-range ballistic missile tests conducted by Iran and reported missile transfers, as well as some of Iran's other activities in the region, are a source of concern for us. They risk deepening mistrust and are inconsistent with the spirit of resolution 2231 (2015).”

   2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8297 (2018) · source

10. “Poland welcomes the fifth semi-annual report (S/20l8/602) of the Secretary-General on the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015). We note that the International Atomic Energy Agency has reported that Iran is implementing its nuclear-related commitments under the JCPOA and the fact that the Agency itself continues to verify the non-diversion of declared nuclear material and the absence of undeclared nuclear material and activities in Iran. We call on Iran to continue to implement the Additional Protocols to its Safeguards Agreement. It is important for Iran to continue to abide by the terms of the JCPOA. The recent declaration by Iran about increasing its capacity to produce uranium hexafluoride does not constitute a violation of the agreement, but neither does it contribute to building confidence.”

    2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8297 (2018) · source

11. “I would like to thank all of today's briefers - Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo; Ambassador Joao Vale de Almeida; and Ambassador Karel van Oosterom, in his capacity as Security Council Facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) - for their respective reports. We believe that it is in our common interest to stabilize the situation in the Middle East, reduce tension in the region and, most important, prevent the further proliferation of nuclear weapons. In our view, the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is an important step towards achieving the objective of a nuclear non-proliferation, as it provides the international community with verification mechanisms to monitor the Iranian nuclear programme. Moreover, it has become an important element of the global non-proliferation architecture.”

    2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8297 (2018) · source

12. “I would also very briefly like to express our concern about the so-called Law Number 10. We underline the need for the Security Council to remain seized of that matter. In conclusion, let me stress the need for maintaining the unity of the Council on the question of the full implementation across Syria of the Council's humanitarian resolution 2401 (2018). Unfortunately, we are seeing the continuation of a new military offensive. That worries us, as we may again face an increase in violence. The adoption of resolution 2401 (2018) was just the beginning of the process. We call on all stakeholders with influence on the ground to the take the steps necessary to ensure that the fighting stops, the Syrian people are protected and, finally, humanitarian assistance is delivered.”

    2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source

13. “Deliveries to those areas remain critical and should be ensured by all parties, first and foremost by the Syrian Government. Humanitarian imperatives should be our primary priority. We call upon all stakeholders who have influence on the parties to the conflict to ensure the implementation of the cessation of hostilities. In that regard, let me emphasize the importance of protecting vulnerable groups, especially children, women and the religious minorities, who are far too often affected by the conflict in Syria. The recent offensive in the region of Dar'a, in south- west Syria, is also very worrisome. It is taking place in the de-escalation zone that the Astana guarantors committed to safeguard. Necessary measures to protect civilians, as well as safe and sustainable humanitarian access, need to be ensured.”

    2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source

14. “Fortunately, after taking control of eastern Ghouta and Yarmouk, the Government has continued to provide regular access to United Nations humanitarian actors, which is necessary in order for needs to be assessed and for assistance and protection to be scaled up. The difficult humanitarian situation in the south- west of Syria is exacerbated by the military escalation there. Military operations by the Government's forces with the support of Russia have already displaced thousands of civilians in the south-west de-escalation zone, the majority of whom are moving towards the Jordanian borders. In that context, it should be emphasized that there are already more than 2 million people in need in areas accessed through cross-border operations.”

    2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source

15. “We welcome the participation of women in this process as important actors for peace and mediation. Unfortunately, military logic continues to drive developments in Syria. We still face continuous and widespread violence and violations of international law, including abuses of human rights and international humanitarian law. The most striking example of this are the recent events in the south-west de-escalation zone, where the Government started a military offensive earlier this month. Taking into consideration the recent events in that zone, we strongly condemn the intensification of military operations and call for an immediate end to the violence in the south-west. The humanitarian situation in Syria remains critical. Safe and sustainable humanitarian access must be guaranteed, as called for in resolution 2401 (2018).”

    2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source

16. “During the conference hosted in Sochi by Russia along with Iran and Turkey, it was agreed that the United Nations would provide assistance with forming a constitutional committee, including help with defining its mandate, terms of reference, powers, rules of procedure and the selection criteria for its composition. We support an inclusive, Syrian-led and Syrian- owned constitutional committee under United Nations auspices in Geneva. It should be implemented now as a priority, and further steps should swiftly follow so as to enable a negotiated political transition process. It requires the full and constructive engagement of all the parties to the conflict, especially the Syrian authorities, to participate in the negotiations in good faith and without preconditions.”

    2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source

17. “I would like to thank both briefers, Mr. Staffan de Mistura and Mr. John Ging, for their comprehensive briefings. I should like in particular to thank Staffan for having shared with us what he calls cautious optimism and by bringing hope to our deliberations. He has our full support. Allow me to focus on two points: the political process and the humanitarian situation in Syria. On the political track, let me once again reiterate our strong support for the relaunching of a United Nations-facilitated political process through the establishment of a constitutional committee.”

    2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8296 (2018) · source

18. “MINUSMA's good offices should be used in a more extensive manner to promote the rapid implementation of all the outstanding provisions of the political agreement so as to ensure the inclusivity of the peace process, including the promoton of the engagement of non-signatory actors. Last but not least, we see added value in the continuation of MINUSMA support to the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel, and Poland supports that effort. However, the leadership of MINUSMA has to ensure that this engagement would not negatively impact the Mission's own capacity. In conclusion, Poland commends the tireless efforts of the men and women of MINUSMA in extremely difficult circumstances, and looks forward to the further extension of the MINUSMA mandate.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

19. “Poland supports the proposal to revitalize the United Nations presence in the north in order to ensure the effectiveness and impact ofthe Mission, and to strengthen its presence in the centre of Mali, where the situation is critical and the number of civilian casualties is unprecedented. We would also welcome a strengthened and more active leadership role for MINUSMA in Mali's peace process. There has been positive progress in the implementation of key security provisions of the peace agreement, but there remains much to be done in such areas as security sector reform, disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, governance, institutional reform, the fight against impunity, and development.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

20. “Regarding sexual and gender-based violence, according to UN-Women more than 1 in 10 females between the ages of 15 and 49 in Mali have experienced sexual violence. There is currently no national law in Mali specifically addressing violence against women. Furthermore, women and the girls who suffer sexual and gender-based violence are often stigmatized or even excluded by their communities. Taking the aforementioned problems into account, strong language on gender equality and women's rights, as well as women's meaningful participation in the peace process, should be maintained in the upcoming resolution on Mali. The discussion of the new MINUSMA mandate is relevant to the current security situation in Mali.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

21. “We commend the neighbouring countries, including Algeria, for their support for the peace process in Mali and their commitment to ensuring the stabilization of that country and the Sahel region. However, the international community should increase its efforts to comprehensively address the crisis in the country. In that regard, I would like to reiterate our support for all necessary measures taken by the Security Council against individuals and entities engaged in actions or policies that threaten the implementation of the peace agreement in Mali. Secondly, women continue to be underrepresented in the mechanisms for implementing and monitoring the peace agreement. Only 3 per cent of members of the mechanisms are women, which is a very low indicator.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

22. “First, on the political process, the visit of Prime Minister Soumeylou Boubeye Maiga to the northern regions, including Kidal, the ongoing registration of combatants, and progress in the implementation of the road map are perceived as positive steps in the peace process. The holding of inclusive, transparent and credible elections will be crucial to securing the gains achieved so far by the parties in the implementation of the 2015 Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali. It will therefore be crucial to create conditions for secure, peaceful and transparent elections. Efforts in this area, however, should be intensified and, despite the circumstances of the electoral process, the full implementation of the provisions of the agreement should be a top priority for the Malian authorities and completed as soon as possible.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

23. “Let me begin by thanking Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix for his very informative briefing on recent developments in Mali. (spoke in French) I take this opportunity to welcome the presence among us of His Excellency Mr. Tieman Hubert Coulibaly, Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Mali. (spoke in English) In the face of the upcoming renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), I would like to focus my intervention around three issues: the political process, the situation of women and the MINUSMA mandate itself.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

24. “As part of the aforementioned review, the Council could consider setting solution-oriented parameters of the eventual termination of the measures in the long term, which might serve as a vehicle for positive change in the Sudan." I am sure that the forthcoming reporting of the Panel of Experts will provide Council members with useful information to be taken into account when drafting the next resolution dealing with the Sudan sanctions regime. The Committee will continue to support the Council in its efforts to facilitate an end to the protracted conflict in the Darfur region of the Sudan and by doing so contribute to peace and stability in a very fragile region of the African continent.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8287 (2018) · source

25. “All three recommendations addressed to the Committee were supported by its members with some additional input, and the Chair will proceed accordingly in consultation with the Committee. The recommendation I have addressed to the Council reads as follows: "That the Council pursue its intention, as expressed in paragraph 3 of resolution 2400 (2018), to review the measures on Darfur in light of the evolving situation on the ground.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8287 (2018) · source

26. “On 6 June, I submitted my visit report to the Committee, in which I observed that while the situation in Darfur had significantly improved since the imposition of the sanctions regime in 2004, many challenges remained, especially regarding the humanitarian and human rights situation, as well as the political process. Moreover, the root causes of the conflict should be further addressed. After my visit, I believe the Council would be justified in reviewing the sanctions regime. My report also contained four recommendations - three addressed to the Committee and one to the Council. The Committee discussed the report and its recommendations during its informal consultations yesterday.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8287 (2018) · source

27. “I would also like to note that I received the full support of the Government of the Sudan and United Nations personnel throughout the visit. In my forthcoming letter to the Permanent Representative of the Sudan to the United Nations, I will encourage the Government of the Sudan to continue to build on the existing cooperation with the Committee and the Panel of Experts. On 1 June, the Committee received the first quarterly update of the Panel of Experts, which focused largely on the Panel's visit to the Sudan from 14 April to 7 May. In the update, the Panel also reported that all members of the Panel received single-entry visas for their upcoming mission to the Sudan from 18 June to 7 July.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8287 (2018) · source

28. “The representative of Kuwait accompanied me from New York and the representatives of China, France, the Netherlands, the Russian Federation, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States joined me in the Sudan from their respective embassies in Khartoum. I was also accompanied by three members of the Panel of Experts and one staff member from the Secretariat. During our stay in Khartoum and El Fasher, we met with a wide range of Government interlocutors, the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur and the foreign diplomatic corps. We also visited two internally displaced persons (IDP) camps, the Abu Shouk Camp near El Fasher and the Hesahesa Camp near Zalingei, where we interacted directly with IDPs.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8287 (2018) · source

29. “The Panel would also continue to monitor violations of international humanitarian and human rights law, including sexual and gender-based violence and violence against children, as well as the travel ban and the asset freeze. Committee members welcomed the Panel's work and travel plan. A summary of the meeting was made available in a press release issued on 18 April (SC/13305). Now, let me turn to my visit to the Sudan from 13 to 20 April. The purpose of the visit was to obtain information on the state of implementation of the sanctions measures by opening channels of dialogue to see the precise facts on the ground, towards feeding into the Security Council's review of the sanctions measures on the Sudan.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8287 (2018) · source

30. “In informal consultations on 12 April, the Committee heard a presentation by the Coordinator of the Panel ofExperts on the Panel's programme ofwork in accordance with the mandate as extended by resolution 2400 (2018) until 12 March 2019. In this connection, Mr. Bifwoli Wanjala told Committee members that the Panel would continue to monitor Darfuri rebel groups, most of whom were now in Libya and South Sudan, and militia groups in the Sudan. The Panel also intended to identify those who impeded the peace process and therefore met the designation criteria. The ongoing arms collection campaign by the Government of the Sudan and its implications for the arms embargo on Darfur would be another focus area of the Panel during its current mandate.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8287 (2018) · source

31. “On 16 January, the Committee received a letter from the Coordinator of the Panel of Experts recommending that the Committee consider updating the list entries of Musa Hilal Abdalla Alnsiem, Adam Yacub Sharif and Jibril Abdulkarim Ibrahim Mayu. On 30 January, the Panel informed the Committee that the proposed amendments to the entry of Adam Yacub Sharif had inadvertently omitted some identifier information and provided the Committee with revised proposed amendments. Accordingly, on 14 March, the Committee approved the revised proposed amendments to the list entries. A corresponding press release and note verbale to all Member States were issued on the same day.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8287 (2018) · source

32. “Ms. Wronecka: In accordance with paragraph 3(a)(iv) of resolution 1591 (2005), I have the honour to brief the Security Council on the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005), concerning the Sudan, covering the period from 14 March to 14 June. During this period, the Committee met twice in informal consultations. At the outset, I would like to recall that following the approval of the nominations of the Sudan Panel of Experts by the Committee, the Secretary-General appointed four members of the Panel of Experts on 14 March, while the fifth expert was appointed by the Secretary-General on 9 May, after three members of the Committee had lifted their holds on the nomination on 2 May.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8287 (2018) · source

33. “In conclusion, we share the reflections contained in the most recent report of the Secretary-General on the activities of UNOCA (S/2018/521). We would again like to express our support for Special Representative Mr. Fall and for the further extension of the mandate of UNOCA.”

    2018-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8284 (2018) · source

34. “A proper response to the challenges in that regard requires the smooth and comprehensive coordination of all parties engaged in maintaining stability and peace on the ground, as well as a constructive dialogue with the local authorities. Poland calls for the immediate cessation of all attacks on humanitarian personnel, especially medical staff working in crisis hospitals, and for allowing them full access so as to carry out their mandate and deliver essential aid to the affected people. We fully support the actions undertaken by the United Nations, as well as the European Union. At the same time, Poland recognizes the key role of regional partners and organizations. We commend their efforts to address the challenges to peace and security and to enhance regional cooperation.”

    2018-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8284 (2018) · source

35. “While we appreciate the achievements to date, we are still concerned that the Lord's Resistance Army and Boko Haram pose a serious threat to security across significant parts of the region. That demonstrates that international initiatives aimed at combating those organizations require continued support, particularly from the Multinational Joint Task Force and the African Union Regional Task Force. We condemn all acts of violence committed in the central African region, including the recruitment of children into military ranks and sexual and gender- based violence. The conflicts and the unstable situation in some central African States are the main cause of the humanitarian crisis in the region.”

    2018-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8284 (2018) · source

36. “The root causes of the aforementioned problems in this area require an urgent response, especially by promoting good governance and economic reforms. Bearing in mind the upcoming elections at various levels planned in several countries of the region, we expect that the Governments of those States will work towards the conduct of timely, inclusive, credible and peaceful electoral processes and will ensure the participation of women and young people. The unstable situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and in the Central African Republic as well as the recent developments in Cameroon are of particular concern to us. Poland believes that international and regional support for State-building and stabilization in those countries are crucial, not only from their own perspective but also from the perspective of the entire subregion.”

    2018-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8284 (2018) · source

37. “At the outset, I would like to thank Mr. Francois Fall, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Central Africa and Head of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA), and Mr. Ahmad Allam-Mi, Secretary- General of the Economic Community of Central African States, for their comprehensive briefings. Allow me to focus on three aspects: the political, security and humanitarian situation in the region. We commend the important work carried out by UNOCA in terms of good offices, mediation and preventive diplomacy as well as in support of the United Nations and regional and subregional initiatives to achieve peace and security in the region. Nevertheless, the recent developments in Central Africa highlight the volatile nature of the political, security and social situation in the subregion.”

    2018-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8284 (2018) · source

38. “Finally, let me reiterate what I have already said in the Chamber: there is no justification under any circumstances for deliberate acts of violence against the civilian population, and both Israelis and Palestinians have the right to live in peace and safety.”

    2018-06-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8274 (2018) · source

39. “We call for respect for international humanitarian law and international human rights law, particularly with regard to the prohibition of the deliberate targeting of civilians and other protected persons in situations of armed conflict. All actors must comply strictly with their obligations under international humanitarian law and human rights law. We call for an end to all actions that make a resumption of negotiations more difficult and reiterate our call for a comprehensive peace between Israelis and Palestinians based on a political settlement and bilateral dialogue leading to a two-State solution.”

    2018-06-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8274 (2018) · source

40. “We stress that it is the responsibility of Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad and other militant groups in Gaza to ensure that no protests are used to inspire violence. All acts of violence against civilians, including terrorist rocket attacks, acts of terror and all acts of provocation, incitement and destruction, are unacceptable and must stop. At the same time, while we recognize Israel's right to protect its border and defend its civilian population, we call on Israel to respect the rights of Palestinian civilians to peaceful protests and to the principle of proportionality in the use of force when defending its legitimate security interests.”

    2018-06-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8274 (2018) · source

41. “Allow me, at the outset, to congratulate you, Sir, on assuming the presidency this month. I wish you good luck and all the success in your endeavours. I also thank you for your kind words. Allow me now to refer to the topic of today's discussion. Let me express our appreciation for Kuwait's transparency in conducting the negotiations on this draft resolution. We would like to thank the Kuwaiti Ambassador and our colleagues from the Kuwaiti delegation for their tremendous efforts to accommodate all comments made by the members of the Security Council. While recognizing those efforts, we were unfortunately not in a position to support the text, as we would have preferred a more balanced result.”

    2018-06-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8274 (2018) · source

42. “Without everyone's contribution and without everyone's open heart and spirit, we could never have achieved what we achieved. I should also mention the interpreters in the Chamber, whose role is crucial. I thank them for their work. This was an extremely interesting adventure. As the Russian presidency approaches, on behalf of the entire Council, I wish our colleagues from the Russian Federation good luck and great success. We return tomorrow under the auspices of their presidency. The meeting rose at 4pm.”

    2018-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8273 (2018) · source

43. “There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. Before adjourning the meeting, I would like to convey my sincere thanks to the members of the Security Council, as this is probably the last scheduled meeting of the Council for the month of May. On behalf of my colleagues in the Polish delegation, I would like to express the sincere appreciation to all of the members of the Security Council, especially my colleagues the Permanent Representatives - excellent diplomats - and the experts and colleagues from the Council's secretariat for their support. Indeed, it was a busy month. I hope that we managed to reach consensus from time to time. Personally, I felt all of their support and it was an extremely enriching experience. I learned a lot, but I hope I was also able to deliver results.”

    2018-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8273 (2018) · source

44. “The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by Show ofhands. In favour: Cote d'Ivoire, France, Kuwait, Netherlands, Peru, Poland, Sweden, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America Against: None Abstaining: Bolivia (Plurinational State of), China, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Kazakhstan, Russian Federation The President: The draft resolution received nine votes in favour, none against and six abstentions. The draft resolution has been adopted as resolution 2418 (2018). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements after the voting.”

    2018-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8273 (2018) · source

45. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of South Sudan to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document 8/2018/515, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United States of America. I shall now give the floor to those members who wish to make statements before the voting.”

    2018-05-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8273 (2018) · source

46. “We strongly urge the parties to exercise the utmost restraint and to refrain from any actions that may lead to a further escalation of the situation and may endanger the safety of civilians. We call upon all actors to ensure the protection of civilians, particularly children. In that respect, we reiterate our appeal to all parties to strictly comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law and human rights law. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the Permanent Observer of the Observer State of Palestine.”

    2018-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8272 (2018) · source

47. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Poland. At the outset, let me thank the Special Coordinator, Mr. Mladenov, for his account of the latest developments on the ground. Poland condemns in the strongest terms the rocket attacks targeting the civilian communities in southern Israel, carried out by militant groups from the Gaza Strip. There is no justification under any circumstances for indiscriminate and deliberate acts of Violence against the civilian population. They are unacceptable. They must stop and never be repeated again. Both Israelis and Palestinians have a right to live in peace and safety. We concur with Special Coordinator Mladenov that such attacks undermine the efforts to improve the situation in Gaza.”

    2018-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8272 (2018) · source

48. “I thank Mr. Mladenov for his briefing. I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements.”

    2018-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8272 (2018) · source

49. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Israel to participate in this meeting. I propose that the Council invite the Permanent Observer ofthe Observer State ofPalestine to the United Nations to participate in the meeting in accordance with the provisional rules of procedure and the previous practice in this regard. There being no objection, it is so decided. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General, to participate in this meeting. Mr. Maldenov is joining this meeting via video tele-conference from Jerusalem. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

    2018-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8272 (2018) · source

50. “There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at11.30 am.”

    2018-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8271 (2018) · source