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1 (22 December) Resolution 1964 (2010) 2010 (22 December) Resolution 1962 (2010) Hostilities Instability situation "Calls for the immediate cessation of all acts of violence or abuses committed against civilians, including women and children, and humanitarian personnel in violation of IHL and HRL" (Opp.15) Targeting persons commiting IHL and HRL violations (Opp.16) 2010 (16 December) Resolution 1960 (2010) Thematic Resolution: Women and Peace and Security situations Fighting sexual violance in situations of armed conflict (Prp.2) Reference to obligations under applicable international law including the prohibition on all forms of sexual violence (Prp.4) Zero tolerance policy (Opp.16) 2010 (29 November) Resolution 1952 (2010) 2010 (15 October) Resolution 1946 (2010) (Prp.8) Internal conflict (Opp.7) The SC expresses its concerns and condemns violations of IHL and HRL (Prp.9 10) Expresses its concern for continuation of violations of IHL and HRL (Prp.6) to the conflict and Primary responsibility of the government to ensure security 2010 (30 July) Resolution 1935 (2010) The SC demands all parties to the conflict to comply with their obligations under IHL and HRL and underlines its opposition to all violations (Prp.13&Opp.9). The SC makes special reference to sexual violence and abuse and children's recruitment (Opp.18 19). to the conflict 2010 (30 June) Resolution 1933 (2010) Post conflict The SC condemns violations of both IHL and HRL in Cote d'ivoire (Prp.9). Zero tolerance policy (Opp.23) to the conflict 2010 (28 May) Resolution 1925 (2010) The SC stresses the primary responsibility of the Government to ensure respect of IHL and HRL (Prp.4). It recalls the thematic resolutions. While though the whole resolution we find comments on IHL and HRL violations. Finally, it makes reference to zero tolerance policy (Opp.15). Primary Responsibility of the Government 2010 (25 May) Resolution 1923 (2010) The situation in Chad Armed activities (Prp.4) Armed activities and banditry result to violations of IHL and HRL (Prp.4). But again when it comes to respect of humanitarian personnel it makes reference to IHL obligations of all parties to the conflict (Opp.22). Primary Responsibility of the Government 2010 (29 April) Resolution 1919 (2010) 2010 (22 March) Resolution 1917 (2010) 2010 (28 January) Resolution 1911 (2010) Calls for compliance of all parties with their IHL and HRL obligations (Prp.12). The SC makes reference to either IHL or HRL. While it calls for respect of both IHL and HRL, applicable in the current situation (Opp.21&34). The SC expresses its concern for the persistence of violations of both IHL and HRL, including numerous acts of sexual violence and also reiterates the firm condemnation of all violations (Prp.10). It makes particular reference to freedom of media (Opp.34) and in gender equality and underlines violence aimed preventing girls from going to school (Opp.35) (28 January) Resolution 1910 (2010) Armed (Prp.15) The SC condemns acts of violence and abuses committed against civilian population and humanitarian personnel, as violations of IHL and HRL (Prp. 13&15). "Calls for the immediate cessation of all acts of violence committed against civilians and humanitarian personnel in violation of IHL and HRL. " (Opp. 16) to the conflict

2 (23 December) Resolution 1906 (2009) Underlines primary responsibility of the official government to protect civilians, with respect to HRL and IHL (Prp. 3) // Meanwhile calls all parties to the conflict to comply with IHL obligations (Prp. 4) // Refers to deteriorating situation of violations of both IHL and HRL (Prp. 8) "Demands that all armed groups, in particular the Forces Démocratiques de Libération du Rwanda (FDLR) and the Lord s Resistance Army (LRA), immediately cease all forms of violence and human rights abuse against the civilian population in the Democratic, in particular gender based violence, including rape and other forms of sexual abuse; : " (Opp. 10) Demands that the Government will take measures to protect civilian population from both IHL and HRL violations and in particular sexual violence (Opp. 11). Calls States to ensure that any military actions against armed groups are made in accordance with IHL and HRL rules (Opp. 17). UN forces can support the operations of Armed Forces of DRC, only if the latter comply with the rules of IHL, HRL and RL (Opp. 22) Particularly it stresses targeted attacks against civilian population, widespread sexual violence, recruitment of children and extrajudicial executions (Prp. 8) Primary responsibility of government to take measures BUT also HRL obligations of armed groups AND of other States deploying military operations in the area! UN forces participating in the conflict 2009 (7 December) Resolution 1896 (2009) Condemns violations of both IHL and HRL, underling killing, displacement, recruitment of children and sexual violence. Particular reference to special needs of women and children (Prp. 8) Primary responsibility of government to take measures (Prp. 9) 2009 (11 November) Resolution 1894 (2009) Protection of civilians in armed conflicts Reference to IHL application and then also to State's HRL obligations (Prp. 4 6). Demands all parties to the conflict to comply with their obligations in IHL, HRL and RL (Opp. 1) concerned are called to: Disseminate IHL, HRL and RL and also to train armed forces, in particular with regard to special needs of women and children (Opp. 7 (a b)) concerned & special reference to States in armed conflict 2009 (8 October) Resolution 1890 (2009) Calls for compliance with both IHL and HRL rules (Opp. 15) and stresses the government obligation to take measures...strengthening judicial institutions, the rule of law and respect for human rights, including women and girls and reform prison system. (Opp. 18) General and particularly the Afghan authorities 2009 (30 September) // 2009 (5 October) Resolution 1888 (2009) // Resolution 1889 (2009) Thematic Resolution: Women and Peace and Security Situations of armed conflict and post conflict Both HRL Conventions and IHL rules apply (Prp. 5 6) 2009 (4 August) Resolution 1882 (2009) Thematic Resolution: Protection of children in armed conflicts s (general) Obligation to comply with rules of protection of children applicable in armed conflicts, including the Convention on the Rights of Child and its Optional Protocol, as well as the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and their Additional Protocols of 1977 (Opp. 8) Further reference specifically to protection against sexual violence and other abuses, as well as recruitment of children and punishing perpetrators of such violations without specifying the body of law which covers the issues. to the conflict 2009 (6 August) Resolution 1881 (2009) Comply with obligations under HRL and IHL (Prp. 8 Opp. 7) Provide protection of women from sexual violence but also genderbased violence (Opp. 14) to the conflict 2009 (30 July) Resolution 1880 (2009) 2009 (26 May) Resolution 1872 (2009) Affirmation of improvement of HR situation but persistence of HR violations against civilians(prp. 10) Ongoing hostilities Take measures to ensure respect for the rule of law and protection of HR (Opp. 10), while it recognises an ongoing armed conflict Equal protection of and respect of HR of every civilian as they relate to the electoral system, in particular freedom of opinion and expression and full participation of women to public life (Opp. 9) // Equitable access to media (Opp. 12) to the Political Agreement and Peacekeeping parties // Equal access to media (Ivorian Authorities) Transitional government (Opp. 10) & SG assistance (Opp. 22) 2009 (20 May) Resolution 1870 (2009) Zero tolerance on sexual exploitation and abuse by peacekeeping forces & troop contributing states obligation to ensure respect and punishment (Opp. 28) Peacekeepers (but primary responsibility of states' authorities for security of civilians) Condemns recruitment and use of child soldiers in violation of applicable International Law (without specifying the body) and all violations and abuses committed against children (Opp. 16) 2009 (23 March) Resolution 1868 (2009) Calls for full respect of HRL and IHL by everyone (Opp. 15, 28) Reform of Prison sector in compliance with rule of law and human rights (Opp. 24) Freedom of media (Opp. 28) Promotion of gender equality, condemnation of discrimination against women and girls (Opp. 29) Condemnation of violence aiming at preventing girls from going to school (Opp. 29) to the conflict but some issues such as freedom of media Responsibility of the government 2009 (13 February) Resolution 1866 (2009) The situation in Georgia Refrain from any act of ethnic discrimination Ensure freedom of movement Respect of property of refugees and IDPs (Opp. 3) 2009 (27 January) Resolution 1865 (2009) Reference to IHL violations first (Prp. 9) Affirmation of improvement of HR situation but persistence of HR violations against civilians(prp. 10) sexual violence, need of perpetrators to be brought to justice and firm condemnation of all violations of HR (Prp. 10) Children's needs (Prp. 11) Women's participation in peace process (Prp. 12) SG shall confirm guarantees of electoral process in accordance with international standards (Opp. 20) Zero tolerance against sexual exploitation by peacekeeping forces (Opp. 26) Governmental authorities & Peacekeeping forces (Opp. 20, 25 26) 2009 (16 January) Resolution 1863 (2009) Obligation to fulfil obligations in international law, including IHL, HRL and RL (Opp. 15). Take appropriate steps to protect the civilian population in the country, consistent with IHL, HRL, RL (Opp. 19) and armed groups (Opp. 19) 2009 (14 January) Resolution 1861 (2009) The situation in Chad Armed activities and banditry Possible violations of both HRL & IHL (Prp.4) Application of Convention on Status of Refugees (Prp.12) sexual and gender based violence, recruitment of children properly functioning judicial system (as deriving from the right to fair trial)

3 (22 December) Resolution 1857 (2008) Almost post conflict situation Respect of both IHRL and IHL (Prp. 4) Primary responsibility of government 2008 (22 December) Resolution 1856 (2008) 2008 (20 November) Resolution 1843 (2008) 2008 (24 September) Resolution 1834 (2008) 2008 (22 September) Resolution 1833 (2008) 2008 (31 July) Resolution 1828 (2008) The situation in Chad Tensions x It calls the Government to take measures to stop violations of IHRL and IHL by all parties to the conflict (their names are enumerated) (Prp. 12). It emphasises that the operations of the FARDC should be planned in accordance with IHRL, IHL and RL (Opp.14). Calls all parties to comply fully with their obligations under IHRL, IHL and RL but it does not define who has which obligations (Opp. 23) Same par. repeated in the later resolution which calls all parties to comply with their obligations under IHRL, IHL and RL, without defining which are those obligations or if they have obligations under every branch of law (Prp. 8). Concerned of activities of the armed groups and other attacks, which result to violations of both IHRL and IHL (Prp. 4). Recalls the thematic resolutions Calls for compliance with both IHL and IHRL (Prp.13). SC demands an end to violence by all sides, to attacks civilians, peacekeepers and humanitarian personnel and to other violations of HR and IHL (Opp.11). Refers to thematic resolutions as always. Particular reference is made to children recruitment, sexual exploitation, summary executions and attacks against civilian population. Reference to zero tolerance of sexual exploitation by MONUC (Opp. 15). Responsibility of the government, the peacekeeping forces and all other parties involved Primary responsibility of official governments to protect civilians (Prp.11) 2008 (29 July) Resolution 1826 (2008) Post conflict basically Reference only to IHL obligations. No reference to HRL, though in more recent resolutions it would be the case (Opp.8) (19 June) Resolution 1820 (2008) Thematic Resolution: Women peace and security or post conflict situations It addresses mainly the issue of sexual violence against girls and women during armed conflict. It addresses mainly the issue of sexual violence against girls and women during armed conflict. There is no particular reference which would support either the one or the other opinion. There is only a general reference to the obligations of States to ensure security of civilians and in particular girls and women, in accordance with their obligations under IHL and IHRL (Prp.3) (15 May) Resolution 1814 (2008) 2008 (31 March) Resolution 1807 (2008) Condemns violations of IHRL and IHL (Opp.16). Stresses the responsibility of all parties and armed groups in Somalia to take appropriate steps to protect civilian population, in accordance with IHRL, IHL and RL, in particular avoiding indiscriminate attacks (Opp. 17). Only short reference to primary responsibility of Government to ensure security within its territory, protection of civilians in accordance with the rule of law, HRL and IHL (Prp.4). concerned, but not clear who has which obligations under which branch of law 2008 (20 March) Resolution 1806 (2008) Armed Call for compliance with both IHL and IHRL (Opp.13). Condemnation of child recruitment as against International Law applicable (Opp.14). Call for full respect of IHRL and IHL throughout Afghanistan, underlying particularly the restrictions on freedom of media (Opp.27). Condemnation of discrimination against girls and women (Opp.28). to the conflict but primary responsibility of the Government especially on HR issues 2008 (13 March) Resolution 1804 (2008) The situation in the Great Lakes region SC refers to persistence of violations of IHRL and HRL by governmental armed forces and armed groups, in particular with regard to sexual violence (Prp.4). General statements on responsibility of government and parties 2008 (20 February) Resolution 1801 (2008) Armed Calls all parties and armed groups in Somalia to take appropriate steps to protect the civilian population, consistent with IHRL, IHL and RL (Opp.13). and armed groups 2008 (15 January) Resolution 1795 (2008) Armed Application of both HRL & IHL Recalls resolutions on children in ac and women and civilians protection in ac (Prp) and invites all concerning parties to ensure security of women and children (Opp.6) Compliance of UNOCI with zero tolerance with sexual abuses (Opp.11) All concerning parties and peacekeeping forces

4 (21 December) Resolution 1794 (2007) Armed Condemns persistence of violations of IHRL, IHL and RL committed by governmental or other armed groups (Prp.13). Operations of FARDC must be in compliance with IHRL, IHL and RL (Opp.7). concerned are obliged to comply with their obligation under both IHL and IHRL (Opp.17). Stresses issue of sexual violence (Prp.14). concerned but primary responsibility of the government (18 December) Resolution 1790 (2007) 2007 (29 October) Resolution 1782 (2007) 2007 (25 September) Resolution 1778 (2007) 2007 (19 September) Resolution 1776 (2007) 2007 (20 August) Resolution 1772 (2007) 2007 (31 July) Resolution 1769 (2007) 2007 (15 May) Resolution 1756 (2007) The situation concerning Iraq The situation in Chad x Just affirms the importance of all parties compliance with their obligations under IHL, IHRL and RL (Prp.19). Condemns all violations of IHL and IHRL (Prp.9). Activities of armed groups... The activities of armed groups and other attacks result to violations of IHRL and IHL (Prp.3). Armed groups Reiterates its call for IHRL and IHL to be upheld (Prp.12). Stresses that all parties and armed groups in Somalia should take all appropriate steps to protect the civilian population consistent with IHL, IHRL and RL (Opp.19). Condemns all violations of IHL and IHRL (Prp.12) Stresses primary responsibility of Government to protect of civilian population in accordance with IHL and IHRL (Prp.4&Opp.8). Deplores the persistence of violations of both IHL and IHRL (Prp.10) Refrain from hiring such perpetrators in official positions (Opp.12). and armed groups 14 in favour 1 abstention (Russia) 2007 (23 March) Resolution 1746 (2007) Calls for full respect of IHRL and IHL, in particular enjoyment by women of their rights (Opp.18). Calls all parties to uphold IHL and IHRL (Opp.25).

5 (23 December) Resolution 1738 (2006) Civilians and armed conflict "Recalls that the deliberate targeting of civilians and other protected persons, and the commission of systematic, flagrant and widespread violations of international humanitarian and human rights law in situations of armed conflict may..." (Opp.9) 2006 (22 December) Resolution 1736 (2006) x Deplores the persistence of violations of both IHL and IHRL (Prp.6). Militias and foreign armed groups and by elements of the national army (Prp.6) 2006 (1 November) Resolution 1721 (2006) 2006 (26 September) Resolution 1711 (2006) 2006 (31 August) Resolution 1706 (2006) Condemns all violations of both IHL and IHRL in several paragraphs (Prp 13/Opp.30&32). Deplores the persistence of violations of both IHL and IHRL (Prp.11). Strongly condemns violations of IHL and IHRL and calls the Government to take measures to tackle gender based violence particularly (Prp.8). Militias and foreign armed groups and by elements of the national army (Prp.11) 2006 (25 August) Resolution 1704 (2006) The situation in Timor Leste x Requests the SG to take measures to prevent, identify and respond to all forms of misconduct, including sexual exploitation and abuse and to enhance training of peacekeeping forces (Opp.13) and all contributing states to take preventive measures including redeployment awareness training and disciplinary action (Opp.13). SG and contributing states 2006 (28 April) Resolution 1674 (2006) Civilians and armed conflict The Resolution is mainly concentrated in IHL rules and the rights of civilians it invokes in detail can all be found in Geneva Conventions (even if they are not always explicitly mentioned). Meanwhile, the SC makes stresses twice the importance of IHRL and in Opp.26 it condemns the targeting of civilian population and other protected persons and the systematic violations of IHL and HRL in situations of armed conflict (24 March) Resolution 1663 (2006) Strongly condemns the activities of militias and armed groups such as Lord's Resistance Army, which continue to attack civilians and commit human rights abuses in (Opp.7). Militias and armed groups 2006 (23 March) Resolution 1662 (2006) Calls for full respect of HRL and IHL throughout Afghanistan and underlines the importance of full enjoyment by women of their rights (Opp.12) (27 January) Resolution 1653 (2006) The situation in the Great Lakes region The SC strongly condemns the activities of militias and armed groups operating in the Great Lakes region such as the Forces Démocratiques de Libération du Rwanda (FDLR), the Palipehutu Forces Nationales de Libération (FNL) and the Lord s Resistance Army (LRA) which continue to attack civilians and United Nations and humanitarian personnel and commit human rights abuses against local populations (Opp.8). Militias and armed groups

6 (21 December) Resolution 1649 (2005) 2005 (15 December) Resolution 1643 (2005) 2005 (28 October) Resolution 1635 (2005) 2005 (21 October) Resolution 1633 (2005) The SC deplores the violations of HRL and IHL (Prp.4). Firm condemnation of violations of IHRL and IHL (Prp.8). including the use of child soldiers (Prp.8) The SC deplores the violations of HRL and IHL (Prp.7). Reiterates its strong concern at all violations of IHL and IHRL (Opp.20). Zero tolerance and requests measures to be taken by SG and troopcontributing states (Opp.8). Militia and foreign armed groups (Prp.4) Militia and foreign armed groups (Prp.7) 2005 (6 September) Resolution 1621 (2005) Hostilities "Reiterating its serious concern regarding the continuation of hostilities by armed groups and militias in the eastern part of the Democratic, at the violations of human rights and of international humanitarian law that accompany them,... " (Prp.7) Armed groups 2005 (29 July) Resolution 1615 (2005) The situation in Georgia in Abkhazia Demographic changes resulting from the conflict are unacceptable. Right of refugees and IDPs to return to their homes in secure and dignified conditions in accordance with applicable international law (SC doesn't specify) (Opp.18) (26 July) Resolution 1612 (2005) Children and armed conflict The SC is not specifying the applicable law. It refers repeatedly to rights of children provided in the applicable in armed conflicts international law. It doesn't specify whether it is IHL or IHRL or both (Opp.9, 16 & 20(a)) (30 March) Resolution 1592 (2005) Hostilities Stresses its concern about continuation of hostilities by armed groups and militia and the serious violations of HRL and IHL which accompany them (Prp.3). SG and troop contributing states should take measures to implement zero tolerance policy against sexual exploitation and abuse by peacekeeping forces (Opp.11 12). Armed groups and militias 2005 (29 March) Resolution 1591 (2005) Calls all ese parties to take appropriate steps to achieve a peaceful settlement to the conflict in Darfur and take necessary steps to prevent further violations of IHL and IHRL (Prp.5). It condemns all violations of IHL and IHRL, in particular violence against civilians and sexual violence against women and girls (Prp.10). All ese parties and Government 2005 (24 March) Resolution 1590 (2005) Calls all ese parties to take appropriate steps to achieve a peaceful settlement to the conflict in Darfur and take necessary steps to prevent further violations of IHL and IHRL (Prp.7). It condemns all violations of IHL and IHRL, in particular violence against civilians and sexual violence against women and girls (Prp.12). All ese parties and Government 2005 (24 March) Resolution 1589 (2005) Calls for full respect of IHL and IHRL throughout Afghanistan (Opp.10) (28 January) Resolution 1582 (2005) The situation in Georgia Demographic changes resulting from the conflict are unacceptable. Right of refugees and IDPs to return to their homes in secure and dignified conditions in accordance with applicable international law (SC doesn't specify) (Opp.17).

7 (1 January) Resolution 1577 (2004) The situation in Burundi Acts of violence Condemns all violations of IHL and IHRL (Prp.10). It urges all governments and parties of the region to condemn use of and incitement to violence and condemn the violations of IHRL and IHRL (Opp.2). It calls governments to ensure that the investigation for the massacre is completed (Opp.3). Particularly the Gatumba massacre (Prp.11). Governments and parties concerned 2004 (19 November) Resolution 1574 (2004) 2004 (15 November) Resolution 1572 (2004) Violation of ceasefire Resumption of hostilities Condemns all violations of IHL and IHRL by all parties (Prp.10) and recalls that all parties, including rebel groups must comply with IHL and IHRL (Prp.11). No reference to IHL or HRL but relevant in reconfirming continuation of conflict. all parties, including rebel groups 2004 (1 October) Resolution 1565 (2004) Continuation of hostilities SC is deeply concerned for the continuation of hostilities and the grave violations of IHL and IHRL that accompany them (Prp.4). Calls upon the government and state officials to take measures, (Opp.17). Condemns violations of IHRL and IHL, especially against civilians and demands all parties to ensure respect of IHL and IHRL (Opp.19). While respecting freedom of expression and of the press, to prevent the use of media to incite hatred or violence amongst the communities (Opp.17). Government's official but also all parties to the conflict 2004 (18 September) Resolution 1564 (2004) Primary responsibility of government to ensure protection of civilian population and to respect human rights, law and order, and that all parties are obliged to respect IHL!!!(Prp.10). But in the next paragraph the SC stresses that the ese rebel groups must also take the necessary steps to ensure respect of IHRL and IHL (Prp.11). It further refers to Janajaweed militiamen responsible of HR abuses and IHL violation (Opp.9). Government's primary responsibility but also rebel groups responsible for HR violations. 11 in favour 4 abstentions (Algeria, China, Pakistan and Russian Federation) Their abstention had nothing to do with the application of HRL in the situation (30 July) Resolution 1556 (2004) Condemns all acts of violence and violations of IHRL and IHL by all parties of the crisis, in particular by the Janajaweed, including indiscriminate attacks on civilians, rapes, forced displacements, and acts of violence especially those with an ethnic dimension (Prp.8). However, in the next paragraph it recalls the primary responsibility of the Government to ensure respect of HR and that all parties are obliged to respect IHL (Prp.9). While in the next one it urges all parties to take the necessary steps to prevent violation of HR and IHL (Prp.10). Government and all parties to the conflict. 13 in favour 2 abstentions (China, Pakistan) USA in their statement call for investigation of human rights abuses and violations of IHL 2004 (11 June) Resolution 1547 (2004) 2004 (19 May) Resolution 1544 (2004) The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question Continuation of hostilities Condemns all acts of violence and violations of HR and IHL (Prp.6). Occupation Reference only to IHL obligations of Israel!!! (Prp.2, Opp. 1&3) 14 in favour 1 abstention (USA) USA defended the acts of Israel under the right to act to defend itself (22 April) Resolution 1539 (2004) Children and armed conflicts Armed s Reference in general to international law obligations applicable (Opp. 1, 5, 15(a) and others), without specifying the particular branches applicable.

8 (19 September) Resolution 1509 (2003) The situation in Liberia Prolonged conflict Deplores all violations of HR against civilian population Prp. 4). While in Prp. 7 refers to accountability for IHL violations but also of government's obligation to ensure respects of HRL. Including widespread sexual violence against women and children (Prp. 4). Without specifying it underlines primary responsibility of the government to ensure respect (1 August) Resolution 1497 (2003) The situation in Liberia Need to create a secure environment where HR are respected (Prp.2). 12 in favour 3 abstentions (France, Germany, Mexico) Their abstention had nothing to do with applicability of HRL and USA which also made a statement did not refer to (28 July) Resolution 1493 (2003) Continuation of hostilities SC is deeply concerned by the continuation of hostilities and the grave violations of IHL and HRL that accompany them (Prp.6). Strongly condemns acts of violence against civilian population,... (Opp.8). Urges all parties including the government to take measures to prevent further violations of IHL and HRL (Opp.8). All Congolese parties have an obligation to respect HR and IHL (Opp.10). Especially massacres, but also atrocities and violations of IHL and HRL, in particular sexual violence against women and girls (Opp.8). Government and all Congolese parties 2003 (30 May) Resolution 1484 (2003) IHL must be respected (Opp.5) and demand respect of HRL (Opp.7) All Congolese parties and all States in the Great Lakes region 2003 (13 May) Resolution 1479 (2003) Calls all parties to the conflict to stop recruiting children in accordance with their obligations under international law (Opp.15). No reference to IHL and HRL in the core document, even though it underlines that all responsible for IHL and HRL should be brought to justice (Opp.8) 2003 (6 May) Resolution 1478 (2003) The situation in Liberia The SC refers to the conflict in Liberia and stresses its concern about HR violations (Prp.6&12) (28 March) Resolution 1472 (2003) The situation between Iraq and Kuwait Occupation The SC refers explicitly to Geneva Conventions and the Hague Regulations applicable for the protection of civilian population (Opp.1) but no reference is made to Human Rights (20 March) Resolution 1468 (2003) The SC condemns systematic massacres and other systematic violations of IHL and HRL perpetrated by several armed groups (Opp.1). should demonstrate respect of IHL and HRL (Opp.6) (14 March) Resolution 1466 (2003) The situation between Ethiopia and Eritrea International Armed Both parties must fulfil their obligations under IHL, HRL and RL (Prp. 4). States 2003 (4 February) Resolution 1464 (2003) The SC condemns violations of IHL and HRL...and urges all parties, including the government, to take measures to prevent further violations of IHL and HRL (Opp.7) (30 January) Resolution 1460 (2003) Children and armed conflict s The SC refers only to IHL Conventions and to the law applicable to them... (Opp.5&8). No reference to HRL as such is made. With special reference to children's recruitment and exploitation (Opp.5&8)

9 (4 December) Resolution 1445 (2002) 2002 (24 September) Resolution 1436 (2002) 2002 (24 September) Resolution 1435 (2002) 2002 (6 September) Resolution 1434 (2002) The situation in Sierra Leone The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question Tensions Reference just to the need to protect the civilian population and end violations of human rights (Opp.15). No conflict Occupation (IAC) Occupation (IAC) Reference to zero tolerance policy against sexual exploitation and abuse of women and girls by the peacekeeping forces (Opp.15). The SC reiterates the need for respect of IHL in all circumstances, including GCIV (Prp.6). No reference to HRL only reference to IHL. 14 in favour 1 abstention (USA) 2002 (14 June) Resolution 1417 (2002) The SC holds the Rassemblement Congolese pour la Democratie Goma, as the de fact authority, responsible to bring an end to all extrajudicial executions, HR violations and arbitrary harassment of civilians in Kisangani, and all other areas under RCD Goma's control (Opp.4). Condemns incitement of human rights violence (Opp.5) Armed group 2002 (28 March) Resolution 1400 (2002) The situation in Sierra Leone The SC first expresses it serious concern at the violence, particularly sexual violence, suffered by women and children during armed conflict in Sierra Leone (Opp.12) and then goes on expressing its serious concern about the evidence of human rights abuses and breaches of humanitarian law (Opp13) (15 March) Resolution 1398 (2002) The situation between Eritrea and Ethiopia International Armed (referred as the Situation) Both parties should fulfil their obligations under IHL, HRL and RL (Prp.4). States

10 (20 December) Resolution 1386 (2001) x "Stressing that all Afghan forces must adhere strictly to their obligations under HRL, including respect of women, and under IHL. " (Prp.9) All Afghan forces 2001 (20 November) Resolution 1379 (2001) Children and armed conflict To respect full relevant provisions of applicable international law relating to the rights and protection of children in armed conflicts. The SC enumerates several IHL conventions but also the Convention on the Rights of Child of 1989 (Opp.8(a). to the conflict 2001 (14 November) Resolution 1378 (2001) x "Deeply concerned by the grave humanitarian situation and the continuing se rious violations by the Taliban of human rights and IHL" (Prp. 9) Need to form a government that respects HR of all Afghan people, regardless of gender, ethnicity or religion (Opp.1) Taliban and Government 2001 (9 November) Resolution 1376 (2001) 2001 (15 June) / (22 February) Resolutions 1355 (2001) / 1341 (2001) 2001 (30 March) Resolution 1346 (2001) 2001 (15 March) Resolution 1344 (2001) (19 December) Resolution 1333 (2000) 2000 (14 December) Resolutions 1332 (2000) 2000 (31 October) Resolution 1325 (2000) 2000 (7 October) Resolution 1322 (2000) 2000 (14 August) Resolution 1315 (2000) 2000 (11 August) Resolution 1314 (2000) 2000 (16 June) Resolution 1304 (2000) 2000 (19 April) Resolution 1296 (2000) The situation in Sierra Leone The situation between Eritrea and Ethiopia Women and peace and security The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question The situation in Sierra Leone Children and armed conflict Protection of civilian population in armed conflict The SC "[e]xpresses its grave concern at the repeated human rights violations throughout the Democratic in particular in the territories under the control of the rebel groups party to the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement, and calls on all parties to put an end to such violations; " (Opp.5) The SC demands all parties to the conflict to respect their obligations under IHL and HRL (Opp.15 / Opp. 9). to the conflict but in the process of implementing a Peace agreement IAC Armed Situations Occupation Armed Situations The SC expresses its concern about the human rights abuses committed by the Revolutionary United Front and others, including other military groups. (Opp.6). The SC in every resolution concerning this situation stresses the need for both parties to comply with their obligations under IHL, HRL and RL (Prp.3). The SC reiterates its deep concern about continuing violations of IHL and HRL, particularly discrimination against women and girls (Prp.12). The SC reiterates its deep concern about continuing violations of IHL and HRL (Prp.14). The SC reaffirms the need to implement fully IHL and HR Law that protect the rights of women and girls during and after armed conflicts (Prp.6). Calls upon parties to the conflict to respect fully International Law applicable to the rights of women and girls and enumerates both IHL and HRL conventions (Opp.9). Refers only to obligations of the occupying power under GCIV (Opp.3). The SC refers only to the need to bring to justice perpetrators of IHL violations. No reference to HR abuses is made. References to both IHL and HRL treaties (Prp.5) and also it urges all parties to the conflict to fully respect international law applicable to their rights of children during armed conflict and again it enumerates also HRL instruments (Opp.3). Especially against civilian population in particular the harassment of recruitment of adults and children for fighting and forced labour (Opp.6). Special needs and vulnerabilities of girls affected should be taken into account and their human rights should be incorporated in any program (Opp.13). Rebel groups Military groups Both parties to the conflict The SC expresses its deep concern about violations of both IHL and HRL (Prp.16). Armed Situations Commit flagrant, systematic and widespread violations of IHL and HRL in situations of armed conflict...(par.5) 13 in favour 2 abstentions (China, Malaysia) 14 in favour 1 abstention (USA) 2000 (24 February) Resolution 1291 (2000) "Calls on all parties to the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to protect human rights and re spect international humanitarian law and the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide of 1948, ". (Opp.15) 2000 (31 January) Resolution 1287 (2000) The situation in Georgia The SC refers to conflict zone but reaffirms the necessity for the parties to respect HR (Opp.7). 14 in favour 1 abstention (Jamaica) Specific issues Sexual violence Women >> 40 of of 109 or of 69 Recruitment of children >> 31 of of 109 or of 69 Zero tolerance policy >> 46 of of 109 or of 69

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