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Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Ban's Statement on PRST/ Syria

Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
 Security Council Presidential Statement on Syria
The Secretary-General strongly welcomes the adoption today by the Security Council of a Presidential Statement in full support of the Joint Special Envoy for the United Nations and the League of Arab States, Kofi Annan.
The Secretary-General is encouraged by the clear and unified message of the Council, backing Mr. Annan’s efforts to bring an immediate end to all violence and human rights violations, secure humanitarian access, and facilitate a comprehensive political dialogue between the Syrian government and the whole spectrum of the Syrian opposition.
He adds his voice to the Council’s in calling upon the Syrian government and opposition to work in good faith with the Joint Special Envoy towards a peaceful settlement of the Syrian crisis, and to implement fully and immediately his initial six-point proposal submitted to the Syrian authorities.
As the situation continues to deteriorate on the ground, it is more urgent than ever to find a solution that will end the tragic suffering of the Syrian people. The Secretary-General hopes that this united action by the Council on Syria can mark a turning point in the international community’s response to this crisis. 

New York, 21 March 2012

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