Stephane Dujarric National Quotations

Ultimately, this will be a sovereign decision by the Iraqis, and it's up to the Iraqi National Assembly to decide on the appropriate electoral framework. That being said, it is our duty in our role in Iraq to point out when the process does not meet international standards.

Sri Lanka has lost a deeply respected statesman dedicated to peace and national unity. The secretary-general hopes that this tragedy will not weaken the commitment of the people of Sri Lanka to achieve a durable peace in the country.

When there is a contradiction on two different interpretations within one text, that would become an issue, Ultimately, this will be a sovereign decision by the Iraqis, and it's up to the Iraqi National Assembly to decide on the appropriate electoral framework.

The Secretary-General is pleased that the United Nations has been able to support the IECI in conducting the two national elections and constitutional referendum of the past year under challenging circumstances.

The secretary general condemns these attacks which represent an unacceptable assault upon the peace process and urges all concerned parties to work together in a spirit of national unity and reconciliation.