Burundi: UN Security Council Backs Emerging Peace Process

22 December 2003

The United Nations Security Council today reiterated its full support for the nascent peace process in Burundi, approving the Secretary-General's request to renew the mandate of the country's UN peace-building office and increase its resources.

Adopting a presidential statement, the Council also said it was concerned by the "dire humanitarian situation" in Burundi. Holding the parties responsible for allowing humanitarian organizations unrestricted access to civilians, the Council condemned acts of violence and violations of human rights.

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