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1. “The Sudan and eight States of the region - the Central African Republic, Chad, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Libya, South Sudan and Uganda - participated in the meeting. It focused on the final report of the Panel of Experts. Following a briefing by the Panel on its final report, the Sudan and States of the region shared their views on the findings of the Panel. The States invited also stressed their commitment to the implementation of the Council's resolutions. The Committee and the States invited agreed to build on the spirit of cooperation through constructive dialogue. A summary of the meeting was made available in a press release issued on 8 February. During the Committee meeting on 2 February, I informed it of my intention to conduct a visit to the Sudan in April.”

   2018-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8202 (2018) · source

2. “With regard to recommendation (b), the Panel of Experts informed the Committee on 30 January that the proposed amendments to the sanctions list contained in the final report had inadvertently omitted identifier information and subsequently provided the Committee with revised proposed amendments. Such amendments to the list and the names of three individuals are currently under consideration by the Committee. With regard to recommendation (c), on 30 January the Committee sent a letter to the Permanent Representative of the Sudan, encouraging the Government of the Sudan to instruct its border control agency to monitor the cross-border movement of the individuals listed. On 2 February the Committee held its fifth meeting with the Sudan and States of the region to discuss the implementation of the measures.”

   2018-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8202 (2018) · source

3. “I will not repeat the findings of the final report, given that it was transmitted to the members of the Council immediately after the Committee's meeting. On the following day, the Committee issued a press release with a summary of the meeting. Let me now turn to the three recommendations addressed to the Committee in the final report of the Panel of Experts. In recommendation (a), the Panel of Experts proposed that the Committee continue to monitor the presence and activities of Darfuri rebels in Libya and South Sudan. As a follow-up to the recommendation, the Committee agreed to encourage the Panel ofExperts to continue to cooperate with other relevant sanctions committees and their panels of experts. The Committee also agreed to consider organizing joint meetings with other committees as necessary.”

   2018-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8202 (2018) · source

4. “In accordance with paragraph 3 (a) of resolution 1591 (2005), I have the honour to brief the Security Council on the work of the Sudan Sanctions Committee, covering the period from 8 December 2017 to 14 March 2018. I am pleased to deliver this first briefing as Chair of the Committee back to back with Mr. Mamabolo's briefing on the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID), which will help increase synergies between the Committee and UNAMID. On 28 December 2017, under the stewardship of my predecessor, Ambassador Volodymyr Yelchenko of Ukraine, the Committee met to hear a presentation by the Panel ofExperts on its final report (see S/2017/1125) and to discuss the Panel's recommendations.”

   2018-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8202 (2018) · source

5. “All potential violations, including possible war crimes, must be investigated, and the perpetrators must be held accountable. In conclusion, let me underline that, from our perspective, we in New York sometimes lack feedback on our actions. With regard to actions taken at Headquarters, it is for the Syrian people themselves to tell us what would be the most effective way to support them.”

   2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source

6. “Allow me to share a couple of concrete ideas, which I hope will be useful, on how to improve the situation on the ground. As the Security Council, we should demand United Nations access in order to monitor designated de-escalation zones to ensure the well-being of civilians. All States Members of the United Nations should fully cooperate with the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism set up last year and facilitate its work. Parties engaged in the conflict must cease enabling the crimes on the ground and withhold all their support to armed groups that target civilians. Parties conducting air strikes against terrorist groups must ensure that all necessary precautionary measures are taken into consideration in order to avoid civilian casualties and that all military operations are fully consistent with international law.”

   2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source

7. “We agree that fighting against terrorist groups designated as such by the Security Council is crucial, but, at the same time, such designations cannotjustify the attacks on innocent civilians and civilian infrastructure, including health facilities. Those attacks must stop and parties to the conflict must strictly comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law. In that context, let me once again strongly underline that any response to violence should be proportionate. We need full compliance with the ceasefire agreed in resolution 2401 (2018). The Russian proposal for a daily five-hour pause is simply not enough to allow humanitarian workers to deliver aid and to evacuate those who cannot be treated on the ground. The international community, and especially the Council, bear a huge responsibility to protect civilians.”

   2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source

8. “We understand that the solution is not entirely in our hands, but still we should try to do our utmost to find possible ways to ensure that the life-saving aid convoys might reach those in need and medical evacuations might begin. Unfortunately, the situation in eastern Ghouta, but also in Idlib and Aleppo provinces, does not allow the suffering of ordinary Syrians to be alleviated. Let me once again stress our full support for the Secretary-General, as well as his Special Envoy Staffan de Mistura, in finding a political solution to the Syrian crisis. A political solution to the conflict remains the only viable way to end the suffering of Syrian people. Let me also underline that the role of the Security Council remains crucial, but it is up to the Syrian people to decide their own future.”

   2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source

9. “Let me thank the Secretary- General for his comprehensive, but again very worrying and alarming, update. Like many around this table, we share a sense of urgency, especially following the adoption of resolution 2401 (2018). We also see how difficult it is to implement resolution 2401 (2018) on the ground. Small steps, such as sending an aid convoy to eastern Ghouta last Monday, are still mere drops in the ocean of people's needs. Even with a unanimously adopted resolution, we are still lacking any substantial change on the ground and the fighting is far from being over. We therefore call for the implementation of resolution 2401 (2018).”

   2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source

10. “We hope that the OSCE will strive to keep up the momentum in its current efforts to further implement programmes aimed at increasing women's participation in the political and public arenas, building the capacities of women's networks, combating violence against women and implementing resolution 1325 (2000), which emphasizes women's involvement in conflict prevention, crisis management and post-conflict rehabilitation.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source

11. “As the looming threat of terrorist activities fuels the ongoing migration crisis, we must stand united in order to combat racism, xenophobia, intolerance and discrimination, and pay special attention to education in our efforts to halt the spread of radicalization and poorly understood nationalism. Education is the best prevention. On International Women's Day, a liberating day, I want to pay tribute to all the ordinary women who have played extraordinary roles in the history of their countries and communities.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source

12. “We are concerned about the fact that Russia continues either to violate their provisions or act contrary to their spirit. Any further erosion of them would be highly regrettable and could have tragic consequences. In that context, we would like to emphasize that modernizing the Vienna Document remains a crucial element of the discussion on risk reduction and confidence-building. The OSCE's mediating role in the protracted conflicts in Nagorno Karabakh, Transnistria and Georgia are also worthy of mention. The diplomatic efforts that the Organization coordinates can influence decision-makers in creating the atmosphere oftrust and stability that the local communities in those regions have awaited for so long.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source

13. “We would like to reiterate Poland's strong support for the work of the OSCE autonomous institutions, particularly the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, which is located in Warsaw. Its role in identifying challenges, especially within the contexts of security and of assistance to OSCE participating States in the implementation of their commitments in the area of human rights and democracy, cannot be overestimated. Poland is proud that by hosting the Office and its flagship event, the annual Human Dimension Implementation Meeting, Warsaw has become a European centre for dialogue on democracy and human rights. We need to make better use of the existing instruments aimed at rebuilding trust and confidence, notably the Vienna Document, the Treaty on Open Skies and the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source

14. “In the context of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, we should not ignore the role of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission, which still represents the eyes and ears of the international community on the ground. Poland is one ofthe biggest contributors to the Mission, with 40 monitors and analysts, and we will continue to support it. Not only should we work to reform and further enhance the Mission, we should ensure that it can fully execute its mandate. All attacks on the Mission and its monitors by Russian-backed militants must cease immediately. Russia's return to the Joint Centre for Control and Coordination will be crucial if stabilization efforts in Donbas are to succeed.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source

15. “We believe that better use could be made of the OSCE as a platform for dialogue, mediation and conflict prevention. Obviously, and unfortunately, the Russian aggression against Ukraine remains a key issue for the Organization. We appreciate the fact that Mr. Alfano's first visit in his capacity as OSCE Chairperson-in-Office was to Ukraine and Russia. A lack of genuine dialogue and trust is what has led us to this moment, and it continues to misdirect us. The illegal annexation and occupation of Crimea and the continued aggression in Donbas will have devastating consequences for the Euro-Atlantic security system. We cannot allow the use of force to become an accepted instrument in relations between sovereign States.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source

16. “I would first like to thank Foreign Minister Angelino Alfano for his comprehensive briefing. We could not agree more with the idea of relaunching the spirit of Helsinki, and he can count on our support this year. We fully support the priorities of this year's Italian chairship of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), particularly finding a solution to the crises in and around Ukraine, addressing protracted conflicts, strengthening the dialogues on girls and on good governance, combating discrimination and intolerance and promoting freedom of religion or belief and interreligious dialogue. In recent years the overall political and military situation in Europe has deteriorated significantly, owing to ongoing violations of the principles and commitments to which we all subscribe.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8200 (2018) · source

17. “The upcoming parliamentary and district council elections represent a significant task for the Afghan political system on its path to an inclusive and transparent outcome. Poland hopes that the new Parliament will create a strong legislative foundation for the sustainable development of the country. In terms of technical support, we encourage UNAMA to provide the necessary assistance at the request of the Afghan authorities. The broad participation of women, both as candidates and as voters, remains a high priority for us. In conclusion, I would like once again to commend the work of UNAMA, and in particular Mr. Yamamoto.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8199 (2018) · source

18. “Moreover, we would like to take this opportunity to highlight the positive impact and ongoing significance of the international commitments made at the NATO Warsaw Summit in 2016 and its important influence on security, development and stability in Afghanistan. The protection of civilians and compliance with the obligations under international humanitarian law remain a serious problem, causing innocent people to suffer the effects of the military conflict in Afghanistan. As the 2017 annual report on the issue showed, there is still significant room for progress. Poland strongly supports the efforts of UNAMA to limit civilian casualties, in particular among children, who are severely affected by unexploded ordnance.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8199 (2018) · source

19. “However, women's voices are missing in the actual talks and negotiations. While we recognize the Afghan Government's efforts to strengthen the engagement of women in the police and security sectors, many challenges remain in that area. Further work is needed to develop Clear procedures on how to increase the number of women in the leadership and management of the security sector. The process cannot happen without the active participation of civil society organizations led by women. In that connection, we recognize the important role played by the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women and other United Nations entities in supporting the empowerment of Afghan women.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8199 (2018) · source

20. “Consequently, it is women's rights that are violated the most by the presence of the Taliban in communities. At the same time, women frequently have better access to certain populations and locations and can gather critical information about threats to security. They can also improve the relationship of the security forces with local communities and can detect early signs ofradicalization, since they are often the first targets of fundamentalists. However, Afghan women do not have a significant role in decision-making, including on how to combat the Taliban at the local and national levels. We appreciate the fact that the percentage of women in the High Peace Council has increased to 20 per cent, including at a senior level and in the provincial peace committees across the 34 provinces of Afghanistan.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8199 (2018) · source

21. “I would like to align myself with the statement of the European Union (EU), to be delivered later. We welcome the Kabul Process on peace and security cooperation as a prospective framework, bringing together a number of regional and international participants, including the United Nations and the EU. We believe that the initiative will give new impetus to the efforts and lead to a peaceful and prompt settlement of the conflict. In that context, following consultation, of course, with the female members of the High Peace Council, we call on the Afghan Government to put in place clear procedures for how to engage and to include women in peace negotiations with the Taliban and other parties to the conflict. The fight against the Taliban greatly affects women, since they make up 12 per cent of the conflict-related civilian casualties.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8199 (2018) · source

22. “Allow me to start by thanking you, Madam President, for presiding over today's meeting. We greatly appreciate it. I would also like to commend the Kingdom of the Netherlands for its efforts as penholder in today's adoption ofresolution 2405 (2018). I appreciate the presence of our briefers: Special Representative Yamamoto, Ms. Sarabi and Ms. Safi. Their briefings described many positive developments, and we should continue along those lines. Allow me to share some of Poland's thoughts. Poland strongly supports the fundamental role of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and its personnel in supporting Afghan society, promoting and monitoring human rights, encouraging peace and reconciliation and providing valuable assistance to the Government of Afghanistan.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8199 (2018) · source

23. “We also think that a Security Council visit to the region could bring about positive results. The coming months will be critical in preserving all of the efforts made by international, regional and national actors in order to stabilize the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In conclusion, Poland commends the hard work, courage and sacrifice of the members of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic ofthe Congo. We once again offer it our full support.”

    2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source

24. “It is now necessary to ensure the further timely implementation of the electoral calendar, the establishment of the legal framework and the provision of required funding. Those actions could help reassure foreign donors of the credibility of the process and encourage them in providing financial, logistical and technical support for the election. We are concerned about the dramatic deterioration in the humanitarian and security situation and the significant increase in violence, especially in the Tanganyika and Ituri provinces, which has generated significant population displacements. The political situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has strategic importance for the stability of Central and sub-Saharan Africa. A peaceful and growing Democratic Republic of the Congo could give a huge boost to the whole continent.”

    2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source

25. “We also expect that the security forces will bear accountability for abuses and the use of excessive force against peaceful demonstrations. The full implementation of the 31 December 2016 Political Agreement remains the only way out of the current political situation. All political actors must realize that there is no alternative to the election. A lack of commitment to the process by the opposition would be a great loss for Congolese society during the transition period. Close cooperation with civil society, particularly with women representatives, including their involvement in the electoral process, is also crucial, as it constitutes a foundation for widely accepted elections. We welcome the announcement of the Independent National Electoral Commission on the conclusion of the voter registration process.”

    2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source

26. “We note that President Kabila committed in January to ensuring that elections would be held as planned and that the Constitution would be respected. However, it is critical that the Government take concrete steps to speed up the implementation of confidence-building measures, to release political prisoners, to allow the return of political exiles to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to lift the ban on public demonstrations and to bring to justice alleged perpetrators of human rights violations. Only by doing so will the Congolese Government show genuine will to normalize the situation in the country. We are concerned about the restrictions on the political space. The Congolese authorities should protect the fundamental freedoms enshrined in the Constitution and stop the harassment of political and civil society actors.”

    2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source

27. “At the outset, allow me to welcome the presence among us of His Excellency Mr. Leonard She Okitundu, Vice-Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I am also very pleased to welcome Ms. Leila Zerrougui and to congratulate her for her appointmenet. She has our full support. I am sure that her mission will be very successful. Allow me to share our thoughts about the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We are worried about the divisions among political and civil society actors in the country. The lack of commitment and goodwill on the part of all the political actors might undermine the holding of free, fair and credible elections. We call upon all the political actors to engage in the ongoing political process.”

    2018-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8198 (2018) · source

28. “We call on all actors with influence on the ground to take all steps necessary to ensure that the fighting stops, that the Syrian people are protected and, finally, that urgent humanitarian access is enabled and that the necessary medical evacuations can take place.”

    2018-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8195 (2018) · source

29. “It should be emphasized that the implementation of the ceasefire announced by resolution 2401 (2018) should ensure the safe entrance and stay of humanitarian and medical personnel without prejudice to their health or life. When such personnel enter hard-to-reach areas, we should know precisely how long they can stay while delivering assistance under the ceasefire, otherwise their lives could also be in danger. In conclusion, let me stress the importance of maintaining the unity of the Council on the question of the implementation of humanitarian resolutions. The unanimous adoption of the resolution is just the beginning of the process.”

    2018-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8195 (2018) · source

30. “That should include voluntary evacuation, which should be strictly overseen by the United Nations and its implementing partners and based solely on medical need, in order to ensure that the process is genuinely voluntary. We would like to stress that all the relevant actors should use all their influence to help to improve the conditions on the ground immediately. We urgently call for a cessation of hostilities throughout all of Syria for 30 days, as stipulated in resolution 2401 (2018). In that context, it is also important to note that the cessation of hostilities may also offer an opportunity for the talks being held under United Nations auspices in Geneva to gain momentum, so that a political solution can finally be reached. For that reason, we call on all parties to fulfil their commitments to the existing ceasefire agreements.”

    2018-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8195 (2018) · source

31. “I very much appreciate today's clear and informative briefings by Mr. Lowcock and Mr. Feltman, and I would like to share a few thoughts from Poland's point of view. Since the Council's adoption on Saturday of resolution 2401 (2018), we have been seeing yet more extremely worrying developments on the ground. As I said in my last statement on the subject (see S/PV.8188), the heavy fighting in Syria has unfortunately not only continued but is increasing. In that context, we should persist in our efforts to take every possible action to ensure the resolution's full and safe implementation. We call on all to work to alleviate the suffering of civilians, including children, by giving them free and safe access to humanitarian assistance.”

    2018-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8195 (2018) · source

32. “We strongly believe that there will be no significant improvement in the security and humanitarian situation in Yemen until a long-term political solution to the conflict is reached. We therefore strongly support the resumption of the United Nations-facilitated intra-Yemeni inclusive political process with the full participation of all relevant parties and stakeholders, as well as all sectors of Yemeni society, including women and young people. We look forward to the assumption by Mr. Martin Griffiths of his post as the new Special Envoy of the Secretary-General on Yemen. We call on all parties to engage constructively with him in good faith and without preconditions. We also call on the parties to agree on the modalities for a durable cessation of hostilities.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source

33. “We are gravely alarmed by the recent upsurge in violence in Yemen, especially in Taiz and Hudaydah governorates, which has resulted in an increase in civilian casualties and the further displacement of thousands of Yemeni citizens, who have been forced to flee their homes. We call on all parties to cease attacks against civilians as well as the indiscriminate use of weapons in populated areas, which continues to exacerbate the humanitarian situation. Under international humanitarian law, all parties are obliged to ensure the protection of civilians. Furthermore, we would like to stress the need for a firm and swift response to deal with all violations of human rights in Yemen committed by any party involved in the conflict. We consider any such action to be a clear violation of international law.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source

34. “The continued flow of food, fuel and medical supplies must be guaranteed and the continuity of imports must be ensured. To that end, it is paramount that all Yemeni ports remain permanently open to both humanitarian and commercial shipments. We therefore urge all actors to comply fully with their obligations under international humanitarian law and to end administrative obstacles to the delivery of humanitarian and commercial goods. Poland welcomes the United Nations 2018 humanitarian response plan for Yemen, as well as the pledge by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to support humanitarian action in Yemen. We call for the quick implementation of that initiative in order to improve the living conditions of the Yemeni people.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source

35. “I would like to express my gratitude to Mr. Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General on Yemen, for his comprehensive briefing and his efforts in supporting Yemen's return to a peaceful political transition. I appreciate the very objective briefing by Mr. John Ging, Director of the Coordination and Response Division of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. Allow me to share our observations. Poland is deeply concerned about the continuing deterioration of the disastrous humanitarian situation in Yemen, where a record number of 22 million people are currently in need of humanitarian assistance. Swift and decisive actions are required in order to put an end to the worst man-made humanitarian disaster.”

    2018-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8191 (2018) · source

36. “In that context, we reiterate our call on all sides to comply with international humanitarian law, cease all hostilities against civilians and allow for free humanitarian access. In conclusion, it is not only our legal obligation to act now, but also our moral duty.”

    2018-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8188 (2018) · source

37. “We highly commend the work of Sweden and Kuwait as co-penholders on the humanitarian resolution for Syria - resolution 2401 (2018) - who did their best to accommodate the concerns of all Security Council members. On Wednesday I stressed that it is the Council's responsibility to not fail in stopping the ongoing human tragedy in Syria, and in eastern Ghouta in particular (see S/PV.8185). Today we have managed to reach compromise and adopt the resolution by consensus. I would like to thank all my colleagues for their very constructive attitude. However, the innocent people of Syria have waited far too long for that. Now, all of the parties, especially those with influence on the ground, must make every effort to implement it.”

    2018-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8188 (2018) · source

38. “We should find a mutually acceptable way to express a clear position of the Security Council in this regard. Accordingly, Poland would like to reiterate its support for the work of Sweden and Kuwait as penholders of the draft humanitarian resolution for Syria. Now more than ever do we need to make every possible effort to adopt the draft resolution as soon as possible. It is the Council's responsibility not to fail to stop the ongoing humanitarian tragedy in the eastern Ghouta.”

    2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8186 (2018) · source

39. “We therefore call upon all parties to alleviate the suffering of civilians, including children, by granting them urgent, free and safe access to humanitarian assistance. With regard to the de-escalation zones, which include eastern Ghouta, I should recall that they were aimed at ensuring a ceasefire and humanitarian access in accordance with international law, including international humanitarian law. In the light of this fact, I call on all parties engaged to respect their ceasefire-related commitments. I also call on States members of the Security Council to use their leverage on the parties in order to implement relevant previous commitments and to create conditions for a permanent ceasefire. In conclusion, I would like to stress the importance of maintaining the unity of the Council on the question of humanitarian access.”

    2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8186 (2018) · source

40. “I would like to thank Mr. Mark Lowcock for his briefing. As our Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Jacek Czaputowicz, stated yesterday with regard to eastern Ghouta, there is no justification for the indiscriminate attacks on innocent civilians, including children, or on civilian infrastructure, such as health facilities. They must stop immediately and all parties to the conflict must strictly comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law. We would like to stress that all actors should use their influence to bring about immediate and improved conditions on the ground. Once again, we urgently call for the cessation of hostilities in the whole of Syria. Attacks against civilian targets, including medical facilities, must stop now in order to relieve the enormous and unreasonable suffering of the Syrian people.”

    2018-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8186 (2018) · source

41. “In our opinion, they constitute a significant obstacle to the reactivation of the peace process. We continue to watch developments on intra-Palestinian reconciliation closely, and we call on all Council members to support that process in accordance with the Quartet principles. We believe that reaching an outcome accepted by the international community could be an important step for the unity of a future Palestinian State and may, in the long term, lead to a sustainable peace agreement. An important element of such a solution is the involvement of countries of the region. We should build on the relevance of the Arab Peace Initiative of 2002 as a comprehensive framework for the resolution of the Arab-Israeli conflict, thereby contributing to regional peace and security.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source

42. “Poland supports a two-State solution under which the national aspirations of both parties to the conflict would be met, including Palestine's right to self-determination and independence and Israel's right to ensure its security and normalization of relations with Arab States. In line with the long-standing European Union position, we would like to reiterate our position on Jerusalem. We strongly believe that the aspirations of both parties with regard to Jerusalem must be fulfilled, and a way to resolve the status of Jerusalem must be found through negotiations. We appeal to Israel and Palestine to refrain from unilateral steps that prejudge the outcome of final- status negations, and expect them to demonstrate their commitment to peace through their actions and policies. We condemn all acts of terrorism and incitement to violence.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source

43. “For that reason, in recent years, we have significantly increased our support for the most affected people in Syria, its neighbouring countries and the West Bank through bilateral and multilateral assistance, including the Polish contribution under the Economic Resilience Initiative last year. In more general terms, let me underline that the Security Council must maintain its commitment to resolving one of the longest-standing conflicts on our agenda. We should continue to seek an end to the Israeli- Palestinian conflict by reviving the peace process. Only a return to meaningful bilateral negotiations, based on the relevant United Nations resolutions and international law, can provide positive input to the process. That is the only path towards a two-State solution and resolving all final-status issues.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source

44. “The international community, as a whole, cannot shirk its responsibility and obligations to Palestinian refugees. We must make every effort to ensure the smooth continuation of the Agency's work on a solid financial basis. For its part, for years, Poland has actively and regularly supported UNRWA and will maintain its support for Palestinian refugees through annual contributions to the Agency. In response to the current needs, Poland will contribute to UNRWA's general budget in the first quarter of the year. I would like to add that a stable humanitarian situation in the entire Middle East region is a key priority for Poland.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source

45. “The current shortages of fuel could soon aggravate the situation even further, depriving the inhabitants of Gaza of hope and real prospects and inciting inflammatory remarks that result in violence, extremism and radicalization, in particular among young people. We are deeply concerned about the deteriorating financial situation of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). The effects of reducing support could lead to serious security and humanitarian consequences, not only in Palestinian territories but also in neighbouring countries that host Palestinian refugees. The Agency already faces great challenges in upholding its mandate to preserve key services, such as education and health care.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source

46. “We note with concern an increase in the number of incidents along Israel's border with the Gaza Strip - mortar rockets fired from the Strip and Israel's retaliatory measures, as well as growing tensions over Israel's northern border. We recognize Israel's right to defend itself and ensure the security of its citizens. At the same time, we urge all parties to exercise restraint in order to avoid further hostilities that would put large groups of the population at risk. Particularly worrying is the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, where we face a deep crisis with regard to life-saving health, water and sanitation services.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source

47. “At the outset, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his statement. We thank the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, for his comprehensive briefing. We are also pleased to welcome President Mahmoud Abbas to today's meeting. Poland strongly supports all initiatives aimed at stabilizing and strengthening peace and security in the Middle East. Regrettably, since our last briefing (see S/PV.8167), no significant positive moves towards achieving peace have been made. On the contrary, we cannot fail to notice that the situation has deteriorated.”

    2018-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8183 (2018) · source

48. “Due to the fragile security situation in the country, the presence of ECOMIB is most important. In this regard, we welcome the decision to extend ECOMIB's mandate until the end ofMarch. Its role is essential, especially in view of the upcoming legislative elections. The mandate of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNIOGBIS) expires at the end of this month. The United Nations should remain engaged in efforts towards peace in the country and support ECOWAS efforts to resolve the political crisis. In conclusion, Poland encourages all the parties in Guinea-Bissau to engage in dialogue. We also express our full support for the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Modibo Toure. We look forward to the upcoming UNIOGBIS mandate renewal.”

    2018-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8182 (2018) · source

49. “Poland commends the important role of the Peacebuilding Commission in Guinea-Bissau in promoting good governance, political dialogue and national reconciliation. We also welcome the significant financial support of the Peacebuilding Fund (PBF) under the PBF Immediate Response Facility. Since the PBF began its activities, Poland has provided financial support to the Fund. Poland also supports the efforts of the Economic Community of West African States Mission in Guinea- Bissau (ECOMIB) as it is an important factor in reaching consensus solutions and cooperation. The decision ofthe ECOWAS Heads of State and Government, published on 4 February, imposing sanctions on those responsible for non-implementation of the Conakry Agreement is a step towards holding responsible those who are impeding a peaceful, consensus solution to the crisis.”

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50. “The implementation of the 2016 road map and the Conakry Agreement is crucial to maintaining peace and stability in the country. We appeal to the Guinea- Bissau authorities to complete their implementation and carry out the parliamentary elections scheduled for May in a peaceful atmosphere that guarantees political pluralism and impartiality. We think that women and young people should be included in all decision-making structures related to security sector reform, the national reconciliation process and institution-building. In this regard, we urge the Guinea-Bissau authorities to ensure the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms, including the freedom of speech and information.”

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