5/26182 SC

The Security Council Recalling all previous resolutions on the conflict in the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Reaffirming the sovereignty, territorial integrity and the responsibility of political independence of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Security Council in this regard, Reaffirming further that the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina enjoys the rights provided in the Charter of the United Nations, Noting that the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina has continued to be subject to armed hostilities in contravention of Security Council resolutions 713 (1991) and other relevant regional organizations despite all efforts by the United Nations Security Council and other relevant resolutions, Condemning once again all war crimes and other violations of international humanitarian law committed by whomsoever, whether Bosnian Serbs or other individuals, Deeply concerned at the deterioration of humanitarian conditions in the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, including in and around Mostar, Determined to support in every possible way the efforts by the United Nations Protection Force (UNPROFOR) and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to continue providing humanitarian assistance to civilian populations in need, Concerned about the continuing siege of Sarajevo, Mostar and other cities, Strongly condemning the disruption of public utilities (including water, electricity, fuel and communications) in particular by the Bosnian Serb party, and calling upon all parties concerned to cooperate in restoring them. Recalling the principles for a political solution adopted by the London International Conference on the Former Yugoslavia, Reaffirming once again the unacceptability of the acquisition of territory through the use of force and the practice of "ethnic cleansing" Stressing that an end to the hostilities in the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina is necessary to achieve meaningful progress in the peace process Mindful of maintenance of its primary responsibility under the Charter of the United Nations for the international peace and security, Taking into account the reports of the Co-Chairmen of the Steering Committee of the International Conference on the Former Yugoslavia contained in documents S/26233, S/26260 and S/26337, Determining that the grave situation in the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina continues to be a threat to international peace and security, Acting under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations 1 Notes with appreciation the report by the Secretary-General's Special Representative on the parties' just cooperation with the Co-Chairmen Geneva freely agreed by all the latest developments at the peace talks and urges them to conclude as soon as possible a comprehensive political settlement; 2 Calls for an immediate cease-fire and cessation of hostilities throughout the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina as essential for achieving a just and equitable political solution to the conflict in Bosnia and Herzegovina through peaceful negotiations; 3 Demands that all concerned facilitate the unhindered flow of humanitarian assistance including the provision of food, water, electricity, and communications in particular to the safe areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina; 4 Demands also that the safety and operational effectiveness of UNPROFOR personnel in Bosnia and Herzegovina be fully respected by all parties at all times; 5 Notes with appreciation the letter of the Secretary-General stating that the use of air power in support of UNPROFOR in Bosnia and Herzegovina; 6 Affirming that a solution to the conflict in Bosnia and Herzegovina must be in conformity with the principles of the United Nations and international law; and further affirming the continuing relevance of the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina. (b) The fact that neither a change in the name of the State nor changes regarding the internal organization of the State such as Bosnia and Herzegovina would affect the continued membership of the Co-Chairmen in the United Nations; (c) The principles including the need for a cessation of hostilities, the principle of the unacceptability of the acquisition of territory by force, a negotiated solution or freely arrived at, by 'ethnic cleansing' and the right of refugees and others who have suffered losses to return in accordance with the statement on Bosnia adopted by the London Conference; (d) Recognition and respect for the right of all displaced persons to return to their homes in honour; (e) The maintenance of Sarajevo as the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, as a united city and a multicultural, multi-ethnic and pluri-religious centre; 7 Recalls the principle of individual responsibility for the perpetration of war crimes and other violations of international humanitarian law and its decision in resolution 827 (1993) to establish an International Tribunal; 8 Declares its intention to assist the parties in the effective implementation of a settlement once it has been freely agreed by the parties, which would require a decision by the Council; 9 Decides to remain actively seized of the matter.

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