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Re: تهديد بقطع التمويل والفتاوي وراء السحب ال (Re: MAHJOOP ALI)
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دا تصريح للامين العام اليوم Finally, Ladies and Gentlemen, I would like to say a few words about Yemen. All parties to this conflict must do far more to protect civilians, uphold international humanitarian law and find a political solution that will end the violence and destruction. My latest report on children and armed conflict has documented the harrowing situation of Yemen’s children. There has been fierce reaction to my decision to temporarily remove the Saudi-led Coalition countries from the report’s annex. This was one of the most painful and difficult decisions I have had to make. The report describes horrors no child should have to face. At the same time, I also had to consider the very real prospect that millions of other children would suffer grievously if, as was suggested to me, countries would de-fund many UN programmes. Children already at risk in Palestine, South Sudan, Syria, Yemen and so many other places would fall further into despair. It is unacceptable for Member States to exert undue pressure. Scrutiny is a natural and necessary part of the work of the United Nations. I stand by the report. We will assess the complaints that have been made, but the content will not change. I fully understand the criticism, but I would also like to make a larger point that speaks to many political challenges we face. When UN peacekeepers come under physical attack, they deserve strong backing by the Security Council. When UN personnel are declared persona non grata simply for carrying out their jobs, they should be able to count on firm support from the Member States. And when UN reports come under fire for raising difficult issues or documenting violations of law or human rights, Member States should defend the mechanisms and mandates that they themselves have established. As the Secretariat carries forward the work that is entrusted to us, I count on Member States to work constructively and maintain their commitment to the cause of this Organization. Thank you very much. I am ready to answer some questions.
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