Statement of South Africa at the April 20 Debate on the Middle East Including the Palestinian Question

Fourthly, my delegation is of the view that it may also be useful to note in today’s debate that, as there is increasing focus on a more effective implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) pertaining to women and peace and security, the reports from the Secretariat to the Council on the situation in the Middle East should also regularly include a specific focus on the impact of the conflict on women, who face specific challenges under the occupation.