Security Council Resolution 1016 (1995) [on the Military and Humanitarian Situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina]

S/RES/1016(1995)View PDF

Who adopted this document and its mandates?

A Resolution of the Security Council, under agenda item 60 The situation in the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, published in 1995.

What subjects does this mandate have?

12 subjects

Bosnia and Herzegovina Bosnia and Herzegovina Situation Ceasefires Croatia Denmark Displaced Persons Former Yugoslavia Situation Humanitarian Assistance Military Activity Military Personnel Refugee Assistance Staff Security

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9 operative paragraphs

Notes the assurances given by the Governments of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Republic of Croatia regarding offensive actions in Western Bosnia and, while taking note of the reports that the offensive actions have slowed down, affirms the need for full compliance with the demands set out in the Statement of its President of 18 September 1995;

Deplores the casualties suffered by the Danish peacekeepers, expresses its condolences to the Government of Denmark and to the families of the peacekeepers who lost their lives, and demands that all parties fully respect the safety of United Nations personnel;

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Calls upon all parties and others concerned to refrain from violence and hostile acts and to reach immediately a cease-fire and a cessation of hostilities throughout the territory of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina;

Calls upon Member States involved in promoting an overall peaceful settlement in the region to intensify their efforts to this end with the parties to ensure that they take no advantage from the current situation and show utmost restraint;

Demands that the parties negotiate in good faith on the basis of the Geneva Declaration of Principles of 8 September 1995 with the aim of achieving lasting peace throughout the region;

Reiterates that there can be no military solution to the conflict in the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina;

Urges all States and international humanitarian organizations to intensify their efforts to help to alleviate the plight of refugees and displaced persons;

Requests the Secretary-General to provide to the Council as soon as possible information on the humanitarian situation, including information available through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and other sources;

Decides to remain actively seized of the matter.

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