New York: Liberia has called for full adherence to international humanitarian law, unhindered humanitarian access, and a peaceful settlement in accordance with the UN Charter regarding the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict.
Prutus Sackie, Liberia’s political coordinator to the UN Security Council, spoke on Friday during the 10237th meeting of the UN Security Council. He delivered Liberia’s position on the “Maintenance of Peace and Security of Ukraine” during the meeting.
He underlined the protection of civilians at all times and the respect and protection of hospitals, schools, humanitarian personnel, and critical civilian infrastructure in accordance with international humanitarian law.
“We must strengthen the protection of civilians by ending attacks directed against civilians and civilian objects, ensuring full compliance with international humanitarian law, and facilitating safe, rapid, and unhindered humanitarian access to those in need.”
He admonished the council to intensify diplomatic efforts towards an immediate ceasefire and a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace, consistent with the Charter of the United Nations, including its principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the peaceful settlement of disputes.
Liberia’s Political Coordinator to the UN Security Council pointed out that the urgency of ending this war must be matched by the determination to pursue peace, noting that peace does not require agreement on every issue from the outset. It requires the willingness to stop the suffering, protect innocent lives, and create space for dialogue.
Liberia reaffirmed support for all credible efforts to end the Ukraine-Russia war to achieve a peaceful settlement in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations.
On 23 September, Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo warned that the Ukraine conflict is entering a “dangerous new phase,” stressing increased human cost, risk of escalation, and consequences of miscalculation.
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