United Nations (UN) Secretary General Guterres spoke at the UN Security Council session on the protection of civilians in conflict.

Noting that the world is failing in its obligations to protect civilians, Guterres noted that these obligations are clearly laid out in international humanitarian law.

“We must never ignore the meaning and purpose of international humanitarian law. International humanitarian law makes the difference between life and death, sobriety and anarchy.” she used the phrase.

Emphasizing the importance of safe access to humanitarian aid workers, Guterres stressed that attacks against these people must end and their work must be made easier.

Guterres noted that it is unacceptable for vital humanitarian aid to rot in ports and warehouses due to obstacles as people die, and said the UN Security Council has an important role in ensuring that member states comply with the rules of war

“Civilians have suffered greatly from the deadly effects of armed conflict. Now we have to keep our word to protect them.” she made the assessment of him.

THE INTERVIEWS WILL CONTINUE

Stating that the Black Sea Grain Initiative and the Memorandum of Understanding between the UN and Russia in the context of the protection of civilians in the conflict constitute an important example to reduce the effects of the food crisis, Guterres recalled that the market it became more stable and food prices decreased thanks to this initiative.

Guterres welcomed Russia’s confirmation that it will continue to participate in the initiative for another 60 days. However, the representatives of Russia, Ukraine, Turkey and the UN will continue to discuss these issues.” he said.

Stating that they expect Russian and Ukrainian food and fertilizer exports to continue to find their way into global supply chains in the future, Guterres added that the initiative is aimed at this and that the UN will continue to give full support to the initiative. (AA)