WEBVTT 00:05.120 --> 00:06.380 Thank you mister president. 00:07.190 --> 00:10.520 Let me begin by thanking prosecutor denser the for her informative 00:10.520 --> 00:14.220 briefing on libya in especially for her contributions to ending 00:14.220 --> 00:17.010 impunity for the most serious crimes in libya. 00:18.080 --> 00:21.880 Three years ago with the adoption of resolution 19 seventy. 00:22.460 --> 00:25.070 This council called for accountability in libya. 00:25.910 --> 00:29.550 Today we see real steps towards accountability in libya both 00:29.550 --> 00:31.840 at the international and domestic levels. 00:32.660 --> 00:35.740 We welcome reports of cooperation between libya and the office 00:35.740 --> 00:39.370 of the prosecutor in connection with ongoing investigations. 00:40.020 --> 00:42.790 And we note that libya and the office of the prosecutor have 00:42.790 --> 00:46.480 signed an ammo you which we hope will facilitate collaboration 00:46.480 --> 00:47.130 going forward. 00:48.220 --> 00:50.290 Cooperation is key. 00:51.330 --> 00:55.260 We know of course that the admissibility proceedings in the cases 00:55.260 --> 00:59.590 again say if I was from Duffy and abdulla alstom you see our 00:59.590 --> 01:00.200 on going. 01:01.320 --> 01:05.570 These proceedings have presented novel an important questions. 01:06.140 --> 01:08.680 Both for the cork and for the libyan government. 01:09.710 --> 01:13.890 The proceedings continue in the libya situation. We continue 01:13.890 --> 01:17.800 to urge libya to cooperate with the icy sea and to take steps 01:17.800 --> 01:21.890 to in sure that perpetrators of the worst crimes are held to account. 01:23.200 --> 01:26.730 In addition to the court's proceedings. We know that libya fate 01:26.730 --> 01:31.050 still faces many challenges to support justice and accountability. 01:31.990 --> 01:35.050 The government law only benefit from continuing to work with 01:35.050 --> 01:39.260 the international community to bolster its own domestic capacity 01:39.260 --> 01:40.290 and the justice system. 01:40.970 --> 01:45.050 And to in sure that both high profile former regime figures and 01:45.050 --> 01:49.230 the thousands of conflict related detainees are only held in 01:49.230 --> 01:53.070 accordance with applicable international legal obligations. 01:54.020 --> 01:56.890 All detainees should be transferred to government controlled 01:56.920 --> 01:58.190 the Saudis promptly. 01:58.790 --> 02:00.670 And must be treated to Maine lake. 02:02.420 --> 02:05.510 Within the context of a transitional justice strategy. 02:06.080 --> 02:09.430 The libyan authorities may need to prioritize prosecutions that 02:09.430 --> 02:12.940 will focus on those who bear the greatest responsibility for 02:12.940 --> 02:13.660 their crimes. 02:14.670 --> 02:18.970 The on prosecutions we in kurds libya to explore other accountability 02:18.970 --> 02:23.590 measures such as those envisioned in libby as transitional justice loft. 02:24.780 --> 02:29.030 Additionally we underscore the importance of libya conducting 02:29.320 --> 02:33.600 domestic investigations and prosecutions in a manner consistent 02:33.600 --> 02:36.100 with lib years international obligations. 02:37.040 --> 02:40.540 In addition prosecutions that respect the rights of defendants 02:40.920 --> 02:43.640 including those who were members of the former regime. 02:44.420 --> 02:48.740 And that provide them proper a fair trial guarantees will contribute 02:48.740 --> 02:52.720 to strengthening public confidence in the judiciary and the rule 02:52.720 --> 02:53.800 of law in libya. 02:55.220 --> 02:59.740 As we look at the bigger picture United States remains very concerned 02:59.740 --> 03:02.470 about the rising instability in libya. 03:03.640 --> 03:07.400 This instability threatens to undermine the revolution for what's 03:07.400 --> 03:11.470 libyans far. So dearly and to jeopardize libby is transition 03:11.470 --> 03:16.050 to a democratic and prosperous state in which all libyans can participate. 03:16.880 --> 03:19.620 Together we must be clear about what is at risk. 03:20.630 --> 03:23.970 The United States will continue to support live the in its efforts 03:23.970 --> 03:29.110 to ensure security and protect all of its citizens and democratic institutions. 03:29.740 --> 03:33.680 We also applaud the seeding of would be is constitution drafting assembly. 03:34.470 --> 03:38.120 We remain committed to supporting the libyan government institutions 03:38.150 --> 03:39.900 through this difficult phase. 03:41.390 --> 03:44.750 Finally we look forward to the ongoing work in partnership with 03:44.750 --> 03:49.020 the United nations libya and live is international partners and 03:49.020 --> 03:52.680 to explore appropriate ways. We can advance critical initiatives 03:53.030 --> 03:57.630 for a peaceful democratic transition and vital national reconciliation 03:57.630 --> 04:02.130 efforts including assistance pledged at this year's Rome ministerial. 04:03.070 --> 04:07.310 In conclusion let me reiterate our thanks to prosecutor ben server 04:07.600 --> 04:11.180 and her office for the work they have done to advance the cause 04:11.210 --> 04:13.430 of justice for the people of libya. 04:14.260 --> 04:15.190 Thank you mister president. 04:17.030 --> 04:20.510 Thank the representative over the United States for a statement..