Canada
First, let me say a few words on behalf of the Group of Friends of Children a...
“First, let me say a few words on behalf of the Group of Friends of Children and Armed Conflict…The Friends firmly believe that the Secretary General must continue to provide an annual report on children and armed conflict to the Council, including the two annexes therein which list those parties that recruit or use children, kill or maim them, commit rape or other forms of sexual violence against them, or engage in attacks on schools and hospitals”
Now I will speak in my national capacity…The need for further action i...
“Now I will speak in my national capacity…The need for further action is evident when looking at the dire situation of children in Syria, a reality reflected in the annual report. Canada is deeply disturbed by reports of senseless killing, torture, sexual abuse, and the use of children as human shields in this country.”
We urgently call on the Security Council and its relevant Sanctions Committee...
“We urgently call on the Security Council and its relevant Sanctions Committees to take tangible steps to systematically impose sanctions and targeted measures to hold perpetrators accountable for committing grave atrocities, such as the killing and rape of girls and boys.”