It is incumbent on the Council to react effectively to acts of sexual violenc...

It is incumbent on the Council to react effectively to acts of sexual violence when it is likely that they amount to the most serious crimes under international law. Council action should be based on credible reports, including those of the Secretary-General. The use of accountability mechanisms, including referrals to the International Criminal Court and the use of targeted sanctions against those responsible for rape and other forms of sexual violence, in accordance with resolution 1960 (2010), are but two of the tools available. It would be remiss of the Council not to make use of such tools if the circumstances so demand.