Security Council Open Debate on Sexual Violence in Conflict, April 2018: Israel (Extract 2)

In some instances over recent years, victims of sexual violence were violated not only by extremist armed groups and repressive regimes, but also by United Nations peacekeepers. Among those sent to protect local populations from harm, there have been individuals who have abused their positions and violated the most basic human rights. Such acts of sexual exploitation and abuse must not be tolerated. We firmly support the Secretary-General’s zero-tolerance policy, as well as his compact with Member States committing to the elimination of sexual exploitation and abuse, which Israel was among the first to sign. In that context, we should incorporate more women in peacekeeping operations.