Julius Kramer

Diplomat for @SwedenUN. Vice-Chairperson of @WorldScouting. My views!

[Maria M Stenergard @MariaStenergard]

Today, the judgement has been issued in the case concerning the murders of Zaida Catalán from Sweden, Michael Sharp from the US and Betu Shintela from the DRC while working as UN experts and local interpreter in the DRC in 2017. It is hard to find words to describe these crimes, against people who only wanted to do good. Almost 10 years later, this is an important step for truth and justice for the victims and their families. Sweden has continuously raised with the Congolese authorities the importance of due process, where the right to a fair trial is respected and all available information and evidence is considered. Sweden strongly opposes the death penalty in all circumstances, without exception.

[United Nations Peacebuilding and Peace Support @UNPeacebuilding]

On 29 May, the Peacebuilding Fund's Group of Friends held its2️⃣nd quarterly meeting at the ambassadorial level under the co-chairmanship of 🇸🇪 and 🇬🇧. The meeting centred on a briefing on the Fund's engagement in Colombia and a strategic outlook on the Fund's status and the path to the 2027 to 2030 strategy. In 🇨🇴, the Fund supports efforts to meet the commitments of the Peace Agreement on the reintegration of former combatants, territorial peace initiatives in priority regions, transitional justice, and innovative financing for #peace.

[Francesca Di Mauro @francescaDM_EU]

We reiterate our joint statement, now +2 signatories. The violence that erupted in Mogadishu is deeply concerning & we deplore the casualties. Somalis need peace, stability, progress. We call on political leaders on all sides to go back to dialogue and resolve disputes peacefully

[UNTMIS @UNTMIS_]

.@UNTMIS_ is gravely concerned by the outbreak of fighting in Mogadishu last night and calls on all sides to demonstrate responsible leadership, cease hostilities and refrain from further actions that put civilian lives at risk while returning to dialogue in the interest of all Somalis.

UNTMIS and international partners have repeatedly warned, in our statements and stakeholder engagements, of the risk of repeating the crisis that arose in 2021 over differences regarding the electoral roadmap -- warnings that were unfortunately not  heeded.

UNTMIS urges all Somali leaders to prioritise the national interest and resume the talks that ended on 15 May. Somalia's international partners stand ready to facilitate such a dialogue.

[SwedenUN 🇸🇪 @SwedenUN]

Conflicts are increasing while negotiated comprehensive peace settlements are declining.

“We have a responsibility to act. Mediation efforts, based on evidence and best practice, are more necessary than ever”

Ambassador @NicolaClase at today´s open debate on Peace Mediation.

[UNTMIS @UNTMIS_]

Joint statement of the international community on the political situation in Somalia

The signatories* of this joint statement are concerned by the current situation in Somalia.

We call on all sides to resume dialogue as soon as possible, and to swiftly reach consensus on an election roadmap in the interest of the Somali people. The international community stands ready to assist in Somali-led talks, should it be requested.

In this delicate moment, we urge all Somali leaders to prioritise the national interest, and refrain from any actions that may lead to an escalation of tensions.

*Austria, Belgium, European Union (EU) Delegation, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and UNTMIS.

[Julius Kramer @JulleKramer]

A niche, practical and, potentially, high-impact guide for those entrusted with the maintenance of int’l peace & security. I’m proud to have contributed to the chapter on “how to be the President of the Security Council”, incl. how to engage with the @UNPeacebuilding Commission.

[Denmark in UN NY🇩🇰 @Denmark_UN]

Every year 5 countries join the #UNSC with limited time to master its practices.

The E10 Handbook, now online, offers a practical guide for elected members.

It captures experience and practice to strengthen the Council’s continuity and effectiveness.

https://t.co/F2ziKsROa7

[SwedenUN 🇸🇪 @SwedenUN]

Today, co-chairs of the Group of Friends of the @UNPeacebuilding Fund, 🇸🇪 & 🇬🇧, convened an Ambassador-level meeting. Thanks to ASG @ElizabethSpehar, @VillarMireia, RC Colombia, and @SantiagoQui_ of @APCColombia for highlighting the vital work of the PBF.

[Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs @SweMFA]

On 20-21 May, Sweden, as current chair, hosted the International Contact Group for the Great Lakes (ICG) with🇧🇪🇩🇰🇪🇺🇫🇷🇩🇪🇳🇱🇸🇪🇨🇭🇬🇧🇺🇸 in Stockholm. The meeting brought together Special Envoys, UNSE Xia @un_greatlakes, representatives of ongoing mediation efforts - including AU mediator Togo, Qatar and the US - alongside invited experts and @FBAFolke.

The meeting demonstrated a shared commitment to coordinated international support for peace in the Great Lakes region.

On 22 May the members of the ICG published a statement, read statement here: https://t.co/YOo0jGRdGO

[U.S. Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs @US_SrAdvisorAF]

Productive discussion with Sweden’s Special Envoy for Sudan Magnus Collett. We considered the next diplomatic steps as we push for peace in Sudan, acknowledged the success in securing the endorsement of 22 nations and organizations behind the vital Berlin principles, and highlighted the importance of ceasing external military support to the belligerents. We reviewed the humanitarian situation and talked about ways to improve conditions and address the most acute suffering as we advance the @POTUS priority of peace in Sudan.

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

“Famine continues to threaten the people of Sudan.”

UN agencies warn nearly 19.5 million people are facing crisis levels of hunger, with parts of Darfur and Kordofan at risk of famine in the coming months if fighting and aid restrictions continue.

https://t.co/USabVjVDJR

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

Under UN mediation, Yemeni parties agreed to release more than 1,600 conflict-related detainees.

@OSE_Yemen said the agreement marks the largest prisoner release deal since the outbreak of the current conflict in the country.

https://t.co/bdZBm8XH2c

[Tom Fletcher @UNReliefChief]

New @theIPCinfo alerts underline famine risk across Somalia, South Sudan and Sudan.

Conflict, displacement, funding cuts and obstacles to our access are pushing millions deeper into hunger.

[Christine N Umutoni @CNumutoni]

Glad to receive the Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission’s (PBC) Liberia Configuration, H.E. Ms. Nicola Clase @NicolaClase , and her delegation at One UN House today. They met with UNCT for discussions around sustaining peacebuilding and regional stability.

[UN Liberia @UN_Liberia]

Pleased to welcome the Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission’s Liberia Configuration, H.E. Nicola Clase, and delegation to One UN House today.

Engaged with the UN Country Team on sustaining peacebuilding gains and advancing regional stability in 🇱🇷.

[UN Spokesperson @UN_Spokesperson]

Le Secrétaire général est profondément préoccupé par les rapports faisant état d’attaques perpétrées dans plusieurs localités du #Mali. Il condamne fermement ces actes de violence et exprime sa solidarité avec le peuple malien.

Déclaration:
https://t.co/HBKW6BOWhy

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

Briefing the UN Security Council on South Sudan, newly appointed UNMISS head, Anita Kiki Gbeho, says conditions there have worsened since the start of the year.

@UNReliefChief Tom Fletcher warns that two out of three South Sudanese now need aid.

https://t.co/hpPJUiQ95Q

[Tom Fletcher @UNReliefChief]

South Sudan stands at a dangerous crossroads.

Conflict up. Hunger up. Displacement up. Attacks on aid workers up.

I saw it firsthand and felt the scale of this despair.

We need access, funding and respect for international humanitarian law.

My remarks: https://t.co/movLg2K5LD

[Canada and Sudan @CanadaSudan]

On the third anniversary of the conflict in #Sudan, @CanadaSudan, @FranceauSoudan, @UKinSudan, @SwedeninSD, @ItalyInSudan and @BelgiumAddis share a joint statement on children and armed conflict.

@childreninwar

[European Union In Sudan @EU_SUDAN]

بيان مشترك من المجموعة الخماسية بشأن المؤتمر الدولي الثالث حول السودان. تؤكد المجموعة الخماسيةالتزامها بتيسير حوار سياسي سوداني شامل بين السودانيين، يهدف إلى إنهاء الحرب ووضع أسس انتقال سياسي سلمى.
اقراء البيان كاملا:

https://t.co/yzuqvH5aoj