Prime Minister Edi Rama delivered the traditional statement of the Presidency of the UN Security Council, before the first meeting.
The head of the Albanian government has stated that the violation of international law is a priority of Albania in the Presidency he has taken over this month.
"In a few minutes I will have the honor to lead an open debate on strengthening the accountability of justice for serious violations of international law, the protection and promotion of human rights, the support of the UN, are the main priorities of our mandate in the council of insurance.
As we have all seen Russia's war in Ukraine posing the challenge has further defined this need, putting responsibility for crimes is key to restoring trust and building the rule of law and a lasting peace. The issue of accountability remains at the center of collective measures to repel aggression.
Strengthen accountability mechanisms, focus attention on victims, determine the truth about crimes, to put in place the rights and dignity of victims. We have seen the perpetrators, to be released without consequences, we must not leave anyone to believe that he can commit crimes and can make peace with him, this should not be allowed nor should it be accepted. "We must work together, an effective account will contribute to peace, we must do everything to make the world smaller for violators, impunity must remain history, " Rama said.