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“” After decades of atrocity to atrocity, these convictions represent a fundamental step in the fight against impunity in Colombia and by realizing the rights of the victims to the truth and the justice, ” he said.

The Special Jurisdiction for Peace (SJP), established under the 2016 peace agreement between the government and the FARC rebels, the Revolutionary Armed Forces in Colombia, published convictions based on restorative justice on Tuesday.

Seven former FARC leaders were found guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity linked to more than 20,000 kidnappings, torture, sexual violence and imposed disappearances.

The court allows defendants to refuse their crimes or to recognize them by a “reconnaissance”.

The seven chose the latter, committing to participating in restorative activities, including humanitarian demining, to help in search of missing persons and to contribute to commemoration projects.

These measures aim to amplify the truth, guarantee responsibility and provide reparation to the victims.

The “recognition route” also means that instead of serving childcare sentences in prison, they are faced with restrictions on their movement.

Ball in the Government Court

“” It is now up to the government to take measures so that the legal, budgetary, security and administrative conditions are in place to guarantee that the following sanctions are actually applied and that the responsibility is fully integrated into the system,“Said Mr. Türk.

UN Secretary General António Guterres also praised the decisions, noting that they represent a key step forward.

In a statement Emitted by his spokesperson, the UN chief stressed that the sentences should be fully implemented and that the Colombian authorities ensure that all the conditions are in place for compliance.

“” The United Nations, including through the United Nations verification mission [in the country]It remains firmly determined to support Colombia in its pursuit of peace, justice and sustainable reconciliation,Said Stéphane Dujarric.

First historical step

SJP decisions only mark the first step in a broader responsibility process. Later this week, the court should pronounce its first convictions for former members of the security forces.

These decisions deal with serious violations of human rights, in particular “murders and forced disappearances of civilians by state agents, falsely presented as victims resulting from the fight”, according to the United Nations Human Rights Office, Ohchr.

A long road to come

While the convictions have been welcomed as an important step, UN officials have care that challenges remain.

Armed conflicts continue to affect certain parts of the country and human rights violations – including the murders of rights defenders, recruiting children by armed groups and disproportionate impacts on minorities – remain an urgent concern.

“” The implementation of peace agreements is rarely a fluid or simple process; This often requires dedicated years of effort,“Said Mr. Türk.

“These convictions highlight the progress made, but also the importance of continuing to prioritize the implementation of the 2016 peace agreement to prevent new violations and suffering.”

United Nations Support

Ohchr supported the creation of the SJP and continues to provide technical assistance to its surveys, ensuring that the rights and participation of the victims remain at the heart of the justice process.

Speak before the start of High level weekAnnalena Baerbock stressed the importance of The Charter of the United Nationsthe founding document of the organization, and the need for reform and greater inclusiveness.

“Our task is to assure us that the UN is strong for the next 80 years”, it said.

Reform to remain relevant

Ms. Baerbock underlined the theme of her presidency, “better together”, which “reflects the reality that No single nation, whatever its size, power or wealth, can face the challenges without borders that we are facing alone. “”

She recalled that the UN had been established during what was perhaps one of the darkest moments in human history, which led to the Charter-“The northern star which guides our work and reminds us of what we want to do together. »»

But after 80 years of a changing world, it is time to “adapt and evolve for a nations of the United Nations which will lead us over the next eight decades to show eight billion people why this organization still counts”.

This is also essential “to respond to calls desperate for peace in Ukraine, Gaza, Sudan and Haiti”, and a significant action to combat climate change, inequalities and rapid technological progress.

This year, the emphasis must be placed on the progress of the UN80 The agenda of the reform, she said, guiding the selection of the next secretary general and guaranteeing the implementation of the Pact for the future Adopted by the Member States last September.

Enter the day

In this regard, The general debate Next week-the annual gathering of world leaders in the emblematic hall of the General Assembly-is an opportunity to demonstrate the role of the UN as a dialogue platform. Some 150 heads of state and government, as well as thousands of delegates, should attend.

Ms. Baerbock is committed to “to use all occasions to underline the importance of this moment in history to reaffirm our commitment to the Charter of the United Nations and the principles it represents. »»

She described the key possibilities during the high -level week, such as the meeting To commemorate the UN 80th anniversary. It gives “a chance to think about the achievements and the role of the UN and to reintegrate the principles of the Charter-our life insurance”.

Support for the two -state solution

She also underlined the resumption of The high -level international conference On Palestine and the two -state solution with Israel.

“” It is a chance to deal with reality that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict cannot be resolved by an endless war, continuous occupation and terror“She said.

“The only way to ensure that Israelis and Palestinians can live in sustainable peace, security and dignity is the two -state solution.”

Women, young people and minorities

Meetings are also planned to mark 30 years from both The Fourth World Conference on Women And The global action program for young peopleWhile another will focus on Non -transmitted and mental health diseases.

The General Assembly will also hold a high -level conference to approach the crisis to which Rohingyas Muslims and other minorities in Myanmar “support the most vulnerable and draw attention to conflicts and human rights abuses which are too often forgotten”.

Finally, the annual gathering to commemorate International day for the total elimination of nuclear weapons “Gains renewed of importance in a year when conflicts and tensions are at a highest critical point.”

“A moment of makeup or rupture”

Ms. Baerbock noted that the international community was “not short of challenges or problems”, but it is time to transform commitment into collective action.

“” We are at a crossroads – a moment to do or rupture for the United Nations and multilateralism as a whole – but it is precisely when we have to work harder“She said.

“Our ancestors had humility and grace to put aside their differences and work together in 1945; We need this same conviction of principle today. ”

The President of the Assembly called for “will and ambition to transform the promise into action, commitments into progress and hope in reality”.

The Secretary General’s annual report, published Thursday before the 80th session of the high -level annual session of the United Nations General Assembly, offers a sober but resolved account of the organization’s efforts in the face of mounting challenges.

Mr. Guterres underlined the resilience of the UN staff, committed to providing hope and helping those who need it despite the functioning in difficult circumstances. “This report shows that Despite extremely trying moments – in fact, precisely because of them – we can and must continue to push for the world better than we know at hand“He said.

With partners, the UN coordinated a call of $ 50 billion for the humanitarian needs of 198 million people. “In 2024, the United Nations helped to mobilize $ 25 billion from the funding target of $ 50 billion, allowing humanitarian assistance that saves lives to reach 116 million people in urgent needs in 77 countries and territories.”

This saved backup programs in the Horn of Africa, the Occupied Palestinian territory,, Sudan,, Ukraine,, Yemen and regions affected by natural disasters such as earthquakes in Vanuatu,, drought in South Africa and East And Floods in Southeast Asia.

At the same time, UN operations in 2024 have reached a heartbreaking human cost. It was the The deadliest year ever registered for United Nations personnel and humanitarian workersWith 373 humanitarian workers killed. The vast majority of these victims were staff of the United Nations Rescue and Work Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Middle East (UNRWA), working in Gaza Under extreme and dangerous conditions.

By launching the report, the secretary general paid tribute to his sacrifice, reaffirming the unwavering commitment of the UN to stand with the most vulnerable in the world.

Peace and security of the UN mission

Peace diplomacy has remained at the heart of the work of the organization in the midst of climbing world challenges to peace and security. Despite growing threats, UN diplomatic efforts have continued to protect hundreds of thousands of civilians daily and to advance peace processes.

During the political transition in SyriaThe UN has engaged the stakeholders online with Security advice Resolution 2254 – which in 2015 approved a roadmap for a peace process In the country – to defuse violence, protect civilians and prevent regional overflows.

Meanwhile, in the occupied Palestinian territory, notably Jerusalem-Est, Gaza and the West Bank and the wider region, the parties of all the parties have been closely engaged to end violence, improve humanitarian access and maintain aid to the affected populations.

In Lebanon, the UN supported de -escalation and a resumption of a cessation of hostilities in accordance with our mandate under the Security Council Resolution 1701allowing people to return home on both sides of the blue line.

The UN also facilitated peace talks, supported the efforts to build the state and contributed to protect civilians on a global scale, including Sudan. The organization’s efforts to help promote peaceful coexistence in Abyei experienced a drop in inter -municipal violence.

The Peace Construction Fund allocated more than $ 116 million to support national peace plans in 32 countries and territories, emphasizing gender equality. Partnerships with regional organizations, such as the African Union, have further strengthened conflict prevention.

A renewed vision for the future

2024 Future summit marked a historic turning point for multilateralism. World leaders have adopted the Pact for the futureA historic agreement to revitalize international cooperation and provide solutions for people and the planet.

The Pact calls for stronger diplomacy and conflict prevention, global financial system reforms, urgent climate action and accelerated progress on the Sustainable development objectives (ODD). It also undertakes to a more representative and effective global governance, including the reforms of the Security Council and a greater voice for developing countries.

THE Global Digital Compact and the declaration on future generations have been adopted as annexes to the pactemphasizing its magnitude and ambition. The compact advances a vision of a safe, open and inclusive digital future, by initiating member states to close digital divisions, to promote universal digital public infrastructure and to strengthen data governance and artificial intelligence.

The declaration, on the other hand, represents the first global agreement to systematically explain the rights and interests of the citizens of tomorrow in today’s decisions, integrating providents in the development of policies and paving the way for long -term sustainable action.

Together, these results constitute the foundation of a generational renewal of multilateralism. As the Secretary General Guterres pointed out: “By attacking the urgent problems of our time, the United Nations paves the way for a more equitable and lasting future, ensuring that digital technologies are exploited for the benefit of all humanity.“”

Human rights and sustainable development

The United Nations continue to be guided by the vision that human rights are an engine of solutions with many global challenges that we face and are the foundation of peace, justice and sustainable development. In 2024, the organization has advanced initiatives to eliminate violence against women and girls, empowering rural and marginalized communities and ensuring women’s participation in peace and constitutional processes.

Human rights have also been woven in the responses to conflicts, migration, climate change and digital governance, helping to strengthen protection, responsibility and inclusion through the work of the organization.

At the same time, sustainable development and climate action remained central. The UN has supported 170 countries in the implementation of their contributions determined to reduce emissions and provided targeted assistance for low carbon transitions in developing states.

The organization also put pressure on global financial system reforms to close the Expanding the ODD financing gapensuring that the most vulnerable countries have a fair chance of keeping the promise of 2030 agenda.

A commitment to staff is a commitment to humanity

The secretary general underlined the commitment of the UN staff working in extraordinary risk. He expressed his alarm to the erosion of humanitarian standards, condemning deliberate attacks on civilians, hospitals, schools and humanitarian workers, which undermines international law and the values ​​of the Charter of the United Nations.

Despite record dangers, the staff continued their mission with courage and resilience.

“This report shows that despite the extremely trying moments – indeed, precisely because of them – we can and must continue to put pressure on the world better than we know at hand. We will renew our efforts to achieve peace, promote sustainable development and defend and maintain human rights, for all humanitySaid Mr. Guterres.

Together, these strands embody the minds of an organization which endeavors not only to face the crises of today, but to maintain the rights, to provide development and to serve people everywhere with integrity and compassion.