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“We call on all stakeholders to cease hostilities and commit to a permanent ceasefire without preconditions and in good faith. Secondly, the political dialogue must be inclusive, transparent and independent. The commencement of activity of the National Dialogue Committee is a positive step forward. To succeed, it must enjoy the full support of all major groups of South Sudanese society. As it was underscored in the African Union Peace and Security Council communique, the national dialogue should complement, and not be perceived as as replacement for, the full implementation of the peace agreement and the revitalization process led by the Intergovernmental Authority on Development Council of Ministers. That brings me to my third and final point.”
2017-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8056 (2017) · source
“My delegation welcomes the outcome of the African Union Peace and Security Council ministerial meeting on South Sudan held in New York a few days ago. We believe that the communique issued after the meeting sends a clear message that the status quo is not sustainable. We also fully agree that the situation in South Sudan can no longer be treated in a routine manner, including in the Security Council. Urgent steps and decisions must be taken if we are to ensure that the current momentum does not become yet another lost opportunity for peace and stability in South Sudan. In this light, I want to highlight three points. First, the fighting must stop. No political process has a chance of succeeding under the whizz of bullets.”
2017-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8056 (2017) · source
“A genuine political process within the framework of the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan is the only viable option for addressing the current challenges in South Sudan. The leadership and other stakeholders in the country must not only demonstrate their political will, but prove their commitment to peace through their concrete deeds. International support for a peaceful resolution of the conflict in South Sudan reached an unprecedented level last week. It is remarkable that three major organizations - the United Nations, the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority for Development - were united in their desire to put an end to the suffering of the South Sudanese people.”
2017-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8056 (2017) · source
“I thank Special Representative Shearer and President Mogae for their detailed updates, and most of all for their tremendous efforts to restore peace in South Sudan. The situation in South Sudan remains volatile. Despite the declared ceasefires and the effects of the rainy season, the fighting has continued throughout the country, bringing only more civilian casualties, more destruction of infrastructure, more displacement and more food insecurity. Moreover, the fear looms that the armed clashes may further intensify when the dry season begins. Ukraine continues to believe that there can be no military solution to the crisis in South Sudan.”
2017-09-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8056 (2017) · source
“Last but not least, in the light of the latest joint consultations between the two Councils and the further enhancement of their cooperation, Ukraine underlines the merit of joint United Nations-AU field missions, which we see as an important conflict-prevention tool.”
2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source
“We therefore support preserving a maximum degree of flexibility in considering this issue. Thirdly, in keeping with the people-centered approach to United Nations peacekeeping and peacebuilding activities, we believe that the protection of civilians is a decisive factor for the success ofthe AU operations endorsed by the Council. It is clear also that there can be no peace without human rights. Thus this component should become an indispensable element of all AU operations authorized by the Security Council, with proper adherence to the United Nations human rights due diligence policy.”
2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source
“In that light, it is important to continue to make efforts to eliminate shortcomings in AU peace-support operations, in particular capability gaps. We believe that ensuring deployment readiness and increased performance requires collective and coordinated actions by the United Nations, the AU and other key partners such as the European Union. We look forward to the establishment of the relevant trilateral collaborative mechanisms. Secondly, it is crucial to ensure sustainable and predictable financing of the AU operations authorized by the Council. In that respect, the Secretary-General's proposals on options for financing AU peace-support operations provides a range of Viable choices. Given the complexity of the peacekeeping endeavour, we are convinced that there can be no uniform approach that will fit all situations.”
2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source
“First, the United Nations is yet to succeed in taking timely and effective preventive measures in response to situations or tensions that could possibly become a full-scale conflict or where the civilian population is endangered and urgently requires protection. In that regard, we commend the efforts of the African Union in this area, as the first responder to crises with the authorization of the Security Council. We are encouraged by the fact that the AU and the relevant regional economic communities and mechanisms are continuing to strengthen the operational readiness of the African Standby Force. The operationalization of the Force will ensure a robust and swift regional reaction in case of need.”
2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source
“The United Nations should continue building and enhancing its strategic partnership with the African continent, working in concert with the AU and using the comparative advantages of each actor in peacekeeping, peacebuilding and conflict management. In that light, we are encouraged by the increased efforts of the Secretary-General aimed at strengthening the cooperation between the United Nations and the AU, particularly the signing of the Joint United Nations- African Union Framework for an Enhanced Partnership in Peace and Security. Let me highlight several aspects of the current United Nations-AU cooperation that in our View are worthy of priority attention.”
2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source
“During our membership in the Council, we have witnessed on numerous occasions how the African Union can adapt itself to both the ongoing and emerging challenges on the African continent. This relates specifically to the ability of the African Union to stand united and to reach consensus on multifaceted issues. The recent AU master road map of practical steps to silence the guns in Africa by 2020 serves as a vivid example. Such an effort should go hand in hand with the elimination of the root causes of conflict on the continent, and here the United Nations should continue to serve as the AU's indispensable partner.”
2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source
“I want to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this briefing. It is important to maintain a high level of engagement by the Council in the discussion of the role of the African Union (AU) and subregional organizations in promoting peace and sustainable development among the African States. The outcomes of the joint consultations just held in Addis Ababa will certainly contribute to this end. I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Ethiopian presidency for this initiative and for its hospitality. In addition, I would like to welcome Special Representative Haile Menkerios and thank him for his comprehensive presentation. No one can deny that the African Union has demonstrated its ability to take the lead in the prevention and resolution of conflicts.”
2017-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8044 (2017) · source
“In Ukraine, we consider that such deployment could greatly contribute to the restoration of peace and security in the east of Ukraine, which was undermined, as everyone knows, as a result of Russia's aggression and continued support of the separatists in Donbas. Having said that, we consider that the mandate of such a mission should be carefully crafted, and our delegation is ready to take an active part in its consideration as soon as the Security Council delegation comes back from Ethiopia. The meeting rose at10.20 a.m.”
2017-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8040 (2017) · source
“Although we are still on the item concerning Mali, because the Ambassador of the Russian Federation mentioned my country, I would like to react very briefly. We took careful note of the statement made by the Ambassador of the Russian Federation on the intention to circulate a draft resolution on the possibility of deploying United Nations peacekeepers in the Donbas. There is a saying: "Water wears away the stone". I would like to remind everybody that back in March 2015, the President of Ukraine addressed the President of the Security Council and the Secretary-General on the same issue, requesting the Security Council to consider the possibility of the deployment of a United Nations peacekeeping operation.”
2017-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8040 (2017) · source
“Needless to say, the Council should use every instrument at its disposal to ensure the full implementation of its resolutions. At the same time, we cannot but recognize that we urgently need even more robust measures to respond comprehensively and effectively to the growing nuclear threat on the Korean peninsula. Ukraine remains ready for constructive work with all delegations on this issue in order to ensure positive changes in the current situation and to move closer to the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula.”
2017-09-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8039 (2017) · source
“In order to strengthen the nuclear non-proliferation regime, we call upon the Security Council to undertake an in-depth investigation into the development of the North Korean nuclear and missile programmes, in order to expose any possible foreign assistance to Pyongyang in this area." There are some points that the Ukrainian delegation would like to highlight in that regard. Pyongyang's policy has proved to be very persistent and clear in ignoring international law and the numerous calls to halt its illegal activity. That leaves no hope for compliance by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea with existing norms and prohibitions. Moreover, Pyongyang's aggressive rhetoric is aimed at legitimizing such acts by blaming other States for raising the tensions in the region. That is absolutely unacceptable.”
2017-09-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8039 (2017) · source
“"Ukraine calls on Pyongyang to refrain from any demonstration of force, cease all nuclear tests without delay and restart a constructive dialogue, without preconditions, in order to ensure the complete, irreversible and verifiable renunciation of its nuclear and missile programmes. Ukraine stands ready to join other members of the international community, including as a current non-permanent member of the Security Council, in taking stronger and more decisive measures to curb future nuclear and missile threats.”
2017-09-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8039 (2017) · source
“In that regard, I would like to recall the statement issued today by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine: "In conjunction with Pyongyang's aggressive ballistic missile programme, it now poses a real threat not only to neighbouring countries, but also to the entire international community. As the country that voluntarily renounced its third-largest nuclear arsenal along with the strategic means of its delivery, Ukraine regards Pyongyang's recent actions as a conscious, reckless and dangerous provocation. It is most deplorable that the North Korean leadership has once again defied - bluntly and cynically - numerous United Nations Security Council resolutions.”
2017-09-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8039 (2017) · source
“1 thank Mr. Jeffrey Feltman for his briefing on this alarming issue, and the United States of America, Japan and the Republic of Korea for initiating today's Security Council briefing. The open format of our meeting is important, as it leaves no doubt as to what the North Korean regime will hear from every member of the Security Council. We need to express our attitude to their policies loudly and clearly. Ukraine is deeply concerned about the conduct of yet another nuclear test by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, which represents a threat to international peace and security and constitutes a flagrant breach of the non-proliferation regime, including universal norms prohibiting nuclear testing.”
2017-09-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8039 (2017) · source
“That relates also to the consideration of peacebuilding-related mandates of peacekeeping and special political missions, as well as to debates on possible drawdown and termination of missions. For instance, the idea of inviting representatives of the Peacebuilding Commission country-specific configurations to take part in the Council's respective field visits deserves thorough consideration. Such a practice could contribute to better coordination of the work done in New York and activities in the field.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“Finally, the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) is ideally placed to bring together external State and non-State actors with the aim of securing the creation of credible, legitimate, accountable and resilient institutions in countries emerging from conflict. Therefore, the PBC should play a leading role in enabling the United Nations system to establish an integrated approach to institution-building. As an advisory body, the Commission has a crucial convening role to bridge security, development and human rights engagements. The Council should consider it a viable tool at its disposal when situations are no longer in a "crisis" stage but are still considered fragile and deserving of more dedicated, targeted and sustained attention.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“Thirdly, given the crucial significance of post- conflict institution-building to the success of the overall peacebuilding efforts, my delegation supports the approach of integrating the institution-building perspective, tailored to each country and situation, into the mandates of respective United Nations missions from their early stages. Fourthly, we believe in the transformative power of relevant regional and subregional organizations in connection with peacebuilding. Over the past decade, the role of the African Union in promoting peace and sustainable development among African States has increased exponentially. The African Union has demonstrated its ability to take the lead in the effective resolution of conflicts, and its views and policies on this matter are of particular value to the United Nations.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“Yet, the fact that many post-conflict countries relapse into violence leaves no doubt about the need for extreme prudence in planning the transition of responsibilities from the international community to national authorities, especially in the security sector. Secondly, consensus between domestic and international stakeholders on a broad peacebuilding agendaisimportant forthe successofinstitution-building and peacebuilding endeavours as a whole. If there is a lack of understanding on either side, there will be little tangible progress in securing a lasting peace.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“Incorporating human rights- related tasks into peacekeeping operation mandates and human rights components into peace operations are also essential to prevent conflict, as doing so would contribute to the de-escalation of and reduced potential for conflict re-emergence. When we consider the transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding activities, the following elements are equally important. First, national ownership is an indispensable condition for the establishment of both effective and efficient core State capacities, leading to a more stable and viable State. The purpose of institution-building is to reduce the dependence of post- conflict Governments on the international community and to promote self-reliance.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“In most cases, sustainable de-escalation and progress in peaceful settlements and peacebuilding require a robust international security presence. We fully recognize the critical importance of peacebuilding architecture in finding effective ways to support countries emerging from conflict. To be successful in this endeavour, the United Nations approach must be based on coherence among the political, security and development pillars. Enabling countries to put in place effective and inclusive national mechanisms and institutions that can address socioeconomic and political root causes of conflict must become a priority for the whole United Nations system. Those include issues that are related to the promotion and the protection of human rights and to ensuring that women play an active role at all stages of peace consolidation.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“In recent years, the Council and the General Assembly have thoroughly considered and passed several important decisions on United Nations activities aimed at upholding and sustaining peace. The imultaneous resolutions on sustaining peace (Security Council resolution 2282 (2016) and General Assembly resolution 70/262) have become a significant step forward in the implementation of a conflict-prevention approach. The conclusions and recommendations of the High-level Independent Panel on Peace Operations made us take a fresh look at the nature and challenges of peacekeeping operations. In today's highly volatile world there is a lot of demand for greater United Nations engagement in the area of peace and security.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“I would like to thank Egypt for bringing a very important issue to the forefront of discussion in the Council. The interest of the wider United Nations membership in today's debate is a testament to the importance and the relevance of this subject. I also extend my gratitude to all three briefers for their highly useful and important briefings. Ukraine aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the observer of the European Union later. In my national capacity, I would like to add the following. It is obvious that peacekeeping in its current state faces challenges that did not exist a decade ago, to say nothing of the days when the concept of peacekeeping was in its inception. Nevertheless, United Nations peace operations have proved to be a highly adaptive instrument that contributes much to the resolution of numerous conflicts.”
2017-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8033 (2017) · source
“We praise the efforts of the United Nations and all other humanitarian actors that are delivering lifesaving assistance to the Yemeni people. We urge the parties to ensure the sustainable delivery of commercial and humanitarian supplies; without them, millions of Yemenis are at risk of famine and death. In the political sphere, we are worried by the latest trends of an increasing polarization of key stakeholders in Yemen and the further fragmentation of the Yemeni political landscape. We call on all parties to resume direct talks without preconditions, and to conduct them in the most flexible and constructive manner possible. The situation in the Middle East is very worrying and full of challenges. We call on the Council to remain united in addressing them.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source
“On the whole, the international community should avoid at all costs falling into the trap of short-term solutions with regard to the Syrian conflict. Such short- term fixes seem to provide temporary relief, only to set the stage for a deeper crisis in the long term. The fact that none of the root causes of the conflict has been addressed essentially means more opportunities for Da'esh and Al-Qaida to capitalize on the grievances of the disaffected population. Ukraine is deeply concerned about the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in Yemen: it is going from bad to worse. The cholera epidemic, which is quickly spreading in every major Yemeni province, has pushed the country's population to the brink of survival.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source
“Turning to Syria, let me stress our dissatisfaction with the slow progress on the political track. Based on the latest rounds of the intra-Syrian talks in Geneva, I see only one party willing to work constructively on the agreed agenda. The Syrian regime's delegation, on the contrary, has so far demonstrated interest in discussing only one basket, which is counter-terrorism. I believe that the Security Council has made it clear on a number of occasions that one basket cannot be promoted at the expense of the other three. That is why we underscore once again that the Geneva discussion needs to be firmly entrenched in resolution 2254 (2015) and steered towards the previously agreed common agenda points covering the issues of governance, the Constitution, elections and counter-terrorism.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source
“We note the statement of Secretary General Ahmed Aboul-Gheit of the League of Arab States about the Temple Mount/Haram Al-Sharif. At the same time, we would like to take this opportunity to urge both Jordan, as Custodian of the holy site, and Israel to find a reasonable compromise between public safety and freedom to worship. We also urge everyone to act responsibly so as to avoid escalation and calm the situation and prevent it from spiralling out of control. Ukraine reiterates its position that an Israeli-Palestinian peace agreement is to be found in the framework of the unconditional fulfilment by the parties of the relevant Security Council resolutions, the Madrid principles, including land for peace, the road map, the agreements previously reached by the parties and the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source
“The recent deadly terror attacks in the Temple Mount/Haram Al-Sharif and in an Israeli settlement in the West Bank say a great deal about how far this pattern of escalation has gone. Unless both sides take swift and effective measures, these incidents could ignite further violence. We have stressed time and again that there can be no justification for any terrorist acts and have firmly condemned any attempts to glorify them. We are increasingly concerned about the violent clashes between Palestinians and Israeli security forces in East Jerusalem and the West Bank in which at least three people have died. The decision of the Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to freeze contacts with Israel is a worrying sign that the situation could get out of hand very quickly.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for convening today's open debate on some of the most burning issues in the Middle East and to express our appreciation to Mr. Mladenov for his briefing. The Middle East peace process remains at the core of all efforts aimed at restoring stability in the region. Ukraine has consistently supported that crucial process and the principle of a two-State solution, with Israel and Palestine coexisting in peace and security. We share the concerns of the Secretary-General and the Special Coordinator about the escalation of tensions and violence in Jerusalem, which reflects the gravity of the situation in and around the Old City as well as in the wider context of the peace process.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source
“We lament that obstructions to the work of UNMISS and humanitarian organizations work are continuing. Those obstructions negatively affect the Mission's ability to effectively implement crucially important tasks mandated by the Security Council. The Mission and humanitarian actors must have unhindered access to the affected areas in order to help those in need, in particular in the areas affected by the recent armed clashes. Ukraine remains convinced that the Security Council should speak with one voice. It has to continue to be engaged with the Government of South Sudan, both collectively and bilaterally, in order to remove impediments UNMISS operations and the deployment of the Regional Protection Force. We have no doubt that such a deployment is in the best interests of the Government if it genuinely seeks peace in the country.”
2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source
“We welcome the conclusion of the recently held extraordinary session of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development Council of Ministers on South Sudan, which adopted guidelines to spearhead the revitalization of the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan and the road map towards the high-level revitalization forum. It is not the first time that we expect the parties to demonstrate, once and for all, real goodwill towards reaching an agreement on the restoration of the permanent ceasefire and to start preparations, with a realistic timeline, for the holding of democratic elections. Unless that process is all-inclusive, it has no chance of succeeding. My last point is with regard to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).”
2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source
“It is important to ensure that those involved in the killings are held accountable. We are no less concerned about the recent reports that Government troops have begun their military advance towards the stronghold of the position in Pagak. Armed clashes between the two sides in neighbourhoods of the city have already resulted in thousands of civilians fleeing their homes. As to my second point, on the political process, we have been closely following the ongoing consultations in the region on how to advance peace in South Sudan.”
2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source
“I join my colleagues in thanking today's briefers for their valuable presentations. I have three brief points to highlight. First, the security situation is deeply concerning to say the least. Ukraine strongly condemns the armed clashes that took place on Monday in Gogrial state, which involved local communities. A cattle dispute was transformed into a full-scale armed battle, during which a number of people were killed and many more wounded. That serves to underline the fact that the situation in South Sudan remains extremely fragile, even in areas that were previously considered peaceful. We took note of the fact that, in response to the incident, President Kiir declared a three-month state of emergency in some parts of the country. He also ordered the establishment of an investigation committee.”
2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source
“We wish her every success in the challenging task of implementing the United Nations new approach to reducing the impact of cholera in Haiti and supporting national efforts to fulfil Haiti's 2030 sustainable growth and implementation plan.”
2017-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8005 (2017) · source
“We recognize that considerable national, regional and international efforts have been made in combating cholera. However, Haiti continues to face significant challenges that affect these efforts. In this vein, we welcome the consensus adoption on 13 July of General Assembly resolution 71/161 B, which reaffirmed support for the Organization's new approach to cholera in Haiti, including the establishment of the United Nations Haiti Cholera Response Multi-Partner Trust Fund, and invited Member States, donors, financial institutions, the private sector and others to extend financial support for the initiative. Taking this opportunity, we would also like to welcome the appointment of Ms. Josette Sheeran as Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Haiti.”
2017-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8005 (2017) · source
“Thus, it is important to ensure a well- prepared continuity of United Nations presence so that the mistakes of the past are not repeated. We consider continuing work to strengthen the Haitian National Police essential. The recent report of the Secretary-General highlighted the gains made over the years in developing the capacity of the Haitian National Police. At the same time, further consolidation of those achievements is vital. On the other hand, we would like to underline the necessity of continued efforts of the international community, multilateral agencies, Haiti's regional partners and individual States in supporting the long- term security and development of Haiti. Those actors and the United Nations national and international bodies constitute the basic three pillars supporting the country's stability.”
2017-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8005 (2017) · source
“In April, the Security Council adopted resolution 2350 (2017), extending the mandate of MINUSTAH for a final six months. The resolution also outlined the legal framework for the transition to the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti (MINUJUSTH). We welcome the special attention given in the recent Secretary-General's report (S/2017/604) to the planning for MINUJUSTH, in particular on the issues of the rule of law and human rights. During its recent visit to Haiti, the Security Council reviewed the implementation of resolution 2350 (2017), focusing on the smooth transition from MINUSTAH to MINUJUSTH. The Council saw that while the security situation in this Caribbean country has improved, it is still fragile.”
2017-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8005 (2017) · source
“We underline that the efforts of all political stakeholders should be focused on ensuring stability and security as a crucial element for further democratic consolidation. Broader unity is indispensable to achieve goals such as strengthening national human rights institutions, ensuring respect for human rights, combating criminality, sexual and gender-based violence, putting an end to impunity and providing accountability. Ukraine commends the important role MINUSTAH has played for the past 13 years in ensuring stability and security during particularly difficult times, such as the most recently held elections or Hurricane Matthew. Its contribution to strengthening the capacity of the Haitian National Police is indispensable.”
2017-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8005 (2017) · source
“I would like to thank Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), Sandra Honore Braithwaite, for her briefing on the situation in the country. Ukraine welcomes the fact that the long period of institutional instability that plagued the electoral process in Haiti appears to be behind us. Despite the significant difficulties, we are pleased that the country has returned to constitutional order, based on the will of voters. We commend the Haitian authorities on their positive steps to restore democratic institutions and congratulate the Haitian people who, while facing many political, economic and social challenges and natural disasters have managed to bring the country back to order.”
2017-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8005 (2017) · source
“Otherwise, if the sides continue to dig in their entrenched positions, we will witness the repetition of the past five decades. It is hardly anybody's wish to see, in 50 years, in the Chamber, a repeat of today's meeting, albeit with different participants. To avoid such a scenario, we reiterate that the way forward lies in elaborating a workable Israeli-Palestinian peace agreement built on the relevant Security Council resolutions and the Madrid terms ofreference, including the principle of land for peace, the Arab Peace Initiative of 2002, the Quartet road map and the agreements previously reached between the parties.”
2017-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7977 (2017) · source
“In that context, we welcome the meeting held between top Palestinian and Israeli officials, during which the two sides agreed on a number of measures to improve the economic situation in the Palestinian territories, to enable more Palestinian development in Area C, to adjust Israeli enforcement policies and to expand the working hours of the Israeli-controlled Allenby Bridge border crossing between Jordan and the West Bank. Such steps benefit both parties, as they improve the atmosphere to facilitate the renewal of negotiations. We highly appreciate the renewed efforts of the United States to bring them together. While we applaud those measures, we must not overlook the importance of focusing on a political solution.”
2017-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7977 (2017) · source
“The parties have a long road ahead before they find a way to resolve the conflict. However, the good news is that for the last two months we have seen a number of high- profile visits to Israel and the Arab world. We hope that the groundwork that has been laid recently will provide the necessary impetus to restart the negotiation process. The key is for the parties to correctly interpret that message and seize the opportunity. One thing to avoid, however, is setting conditions and waiting for the other side to make unilateral concessions. Moves to reinvigorate the political track will have to be reciprocal.”
2017-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7977 (2017) · source
“We condemn all manifestations of terrorism and praise the professionalism of the police forces that did not allow civilians to be hurt. Time and again, the international community hears declarations of goodwill and readiness to explore peace options. However, what is missing is the follow-up to those declarations in the form of concrete actions. All available venues and opportunities must be exhaustively explored and attempted with a view to achieving greater security for Israel and Arab States. We continue to believe that the Middle East peace process can and will be successful. The principle of a two-State solution, with Israel and Palestine coexisting in peace and security, remains valid despite well- known difficulties in overcoming the deadlock, where it happens to be at the moment. We are certainly quite far from that goal.”
2017-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7977 (2017) · source
“Let me thank all the briefers for their valuable insights. Year after year, members of the Security Council attest to the grim reality of a seemingly perpetual deadlock in the Middle East peace process. The composition of the Council changes, but the messages and signals heard around the table remain basically the same, amid little change in the overall situation. The reasons for this state of affairs are well known, so there is no need to turn to the name-and-shame game again. The recipe for breaking the stalemate is also known. Each side knows what exact steps are expected ofthem. Yet again, we have to signal our strong concern about the continuous recurrence of violence. The terrorist attack that was thwarted on 16 June near the Damascus Gate in Jerusalem is a clear reminder of the very dangerous situation that we are currently facing.”
2017-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7977 (2017) · source
“It is clear also that there can be no peace without human rights. Thus this component should become an indispensable element of all AU operations authorized by the Security Council, with proper adherence to the United Nations human rights due-diligence policy.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source
“We therefore support preserving a maximum degree of flexibility in considering this issue for every single mission. Thirdly, it is well known that taking military measures to counter terrorism is the primary responsibility of national Governments and the relevant regional arrangements. The United Nations should therefore continue to provide the necessary advice and expertise in support of the relevant regional endeavours, including the aforementioned G-5 Sahel force. It is also important to ensure proper coordination among United Nations missions and such initiatives in order to avoid any overlap. Lastbutnotleast,inkeepingwiththepeople-centered approach to United Nations peacekeeping and peacebuilding activities, we believe that the protection of civilians is a decisive factor for the success ofthe AU operations endorsed by the Council.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source
“Under such circumstances, it is important to continue to make efforts to eliminate the shortcomings of the AU peace support operations, in particular the capability gaps in connection with uniformed personnel and equipment. We believe that ensuring deployment, readiness and increased performance requires collective and coordinated actions by both the United Nations and the African Union. Secondly, it is crucial to ensure sustainable and predictable financing of the AU operations authorized by the Council. In this respect, the proposals presented in the Secretary-General's report give the Council and the General Assembly a range a viable options for consideration. Given the complexity of the peacekeeping endeavour, we are convinced that there can be no single approach that will fit all situations and missions.”
2017-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7971 (2017) · source