News (Consolidated) - UNSOM

Seoul, 26 March 2012 - The Secretary-General spoke by telephone today with the two candidates in yesterday’s Presidential run-off elections in Senegal, Mr. Abdoulaye Wade, President of the Republic of Senegal, and Mr. Macky Sall. The Secretary-General congratulated the two candidates and the people…

New York, 22 March 2012 - The Secretary-General strongly condemns the rebellion by elements of the Malian armed forces who have announced the dissolution of government institutions and the suspension of the Constitution. He calls on those responsible to refrain from any actions that could increase…

New York, 21 March 2012 - The Secretary-General is following with deep concern the developments today in Mali. He calls for calm and for grievances to be resolved peacefully and within the democratic process. The Secretary-General reaffirms United Nations support for the constitutional order in Mali…

New York, 19 March 2012 - The Secretary-General commends the people of Guinea-Bissau for the peaceful and orderly conduct of the presidential election held on 18 March. As the electoral process continues, he reiterates his appeal to the candidates and their supporters to abide by the laws, and calls…

New York, 15 March 2012 - As Guinea-Bissau prepares to hold presidential elections on Sunday, 18 March 2012, the Secretary-General appeals to national stakeholders, including the Government, political parties, civil society and the population as a whole, to ensure that the poll takes place in a…

New York, 1 March 2012 - The Secretary-General commends the people of Senegal for the peaceful and orderly manner in which the first round of the presidential election, held on 26 February, took place. He acknowledges the role and contribution of national stakeholders, including electoral…

New York, 23 February 2012 - As Senegal prepares to hold its presidential election scheduled for Sunday, 26 February 2012, the Secretary-General reiterates his calls for a peaceful, credible and transparent process in line with Senegal’s longstanding democratic tradition and the aspirations of its…

New York, 21 February 2012 -(S/PRST/2012/12) - “The Security Council reaffirms its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations. “The Security Council expresses concern about the serious threats to international…

New York, 8 February 2012 - The Secretary-General is deeply concerned about the fighting between Tuareg rebel groups and Government forces in northern Mali. He is especially troubled by the large-scale humanitarian consequences of the crisis, including civilian casualties and thousands of internally…

New York, 31 January 2012 - The Secretary-General is concerned about the upsurge of tensions in Senegal ahead of the presidential election scheduled for 26 February 2012.The Secretary-General urges all political parties and national stakeholders to refrain from violence in the pursuit of their…

New York, 21 January 2012 - The Secretary-General condemns in the strongest terms the multiple attacks that have taken place across the northern Nigerian city of Kano, causing large-scale casualties and massive destruction to property.The Secretary-General is appalled at the frequency and intensity…

New York, 9 January 2012 - The Secretary-General is deeply saddened by the passing of President Malam Bacai Sanha today in Paris. The Secretary-General presents his condolences to the family of the late President and the people of Guinea-Bissau. He pays tribute to President Sanha's leadership in…