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Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Iraq

Ambassador Jeffrey DeLaurentis
Acting Deputy Representative to the United Nations
New York, New York
May 18, 2023

AS DELIVERED

Thank you, Madam President. Thank you, Special Representative Hennis-Plasschaert, for your comprehensive briefing. And thanks to Ms. Latif for your briefing on the situation of women and girls.

The United States welcomed Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa al-Sudani’s participation in the March Summit for Democracy, where he declared that the Government of Iraq strives to meet the demands and aspirations of the Iraqi people, and that combatting corruption was at the top of the government’s list of priorities.

We also took positive note of the Prime Minister’s focus on promoting and safeguarding democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and sustainable development, and were particularly encouraged by his emphasis on empowering women politically and socially. We encourage the Government of Iraq to maintain its commitment to those essential reforms.

Since the formation of the government, we have witnessed great strides in stability and prosperity. But the appetite for change is immense among Iraq’s dynamic youth – men and women who deserve economic opportunity and effective governance as a foundation for achieving their aspirations.

We encourage Iraq to work with UNAMI in securing these reforms. UNAMI is well positioned to provide assistance across the spectrum of social and economic challenges, including on elections, promoting and safeguarding human rights, combatting climate change, and governance reform. We also encourage Iraq and UNAMI to continue collective efforts to support the members of Iraq’s religious and ethnic minority communities.

We are pleased to see Iraq take steps to implement the Yezidi Survivor’s Law, and we encourage UNAMI and Iraq to support full implementation of the Sinjar Agreement as well as ensure that victims of ISIS’s brutality can access the compensation they deserve without burdensome evidentiary standards. We…

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Security Council: Iraq 19 May

Note: A complete summary of today’s Security Council meeting on Iraq will be made available after its conclusion.

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JEANINE HENNIS-PLASSCHAERT, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), addressing the Security Council ahead of the Mission’s imminent mandate renewal, observed that, over the past few months, there had been numerous analyses of the events that shook Iraq 20 years ago and the developments since. It has been “a very rough road”, she said, attributing this to the compounding of existing fragilities, inherited from the previous decades, and the exposure of new weaknesses. Despite the dark times, she underscored that the drivers of instability remained the same, for the most part: corruption, weak governance, the presence of armed non-State actors, impunity, factional politics, poor service-delivery, inequality, unemployment and an overreliance on oil.

Against that backdrop, she reiterated the observation made during her last briefing to the Council in February that the Government has shown its resolve to tackle a number of the pressing issues, adding that, however, “it is early days”. However, she underscored that, given that there is “low or no tolerance for a return to the status quo, which existed before October 2022, the harsh reality is that there is no time to lose”. Therefore, she emphasized the need for relentless commitment from actors; placing national interest over that of any individual or party; the critical role of independent State institutions, and the need for an active, empowered and protected civic space. While the Government programme has been signed off on by all coalition parties united in the State Administration Alliance, constant compromise is needed to balance differing interests. “The fact is that Iraq has a full ‘to-do’ list,” she said, adding: “And narrow or partisan actions will not help in checking it…

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The situation concerning Iraq – Security Council, 9324th meeting

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Zimbabwe makes arrests of UK health workers recruitment agents

A couple who tricked people into falling for false job placements in Ireland as well as Canada and the UK have been arrested in Zimbabwe.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police arrested Sitshengisiwe Ndlovu and Alison Unami for fraudulently promoting overseas jobs that led to a loss of $134,552 (123,327) for their victims.

According to police, the two posed as agents of an undisclosed company that claimed they could secure jobs and work permits in Canada, United Kingdom and Ireland for Zimbabweans seeking to relocate.

In a statement seen by Pindula News, police said the arrests were made in connection with 46 counts of fraud between August 2022 and May 3, 2023.

It was reported that on May 3, Police in Bulawayo arrested Alison Unami (30) after a report had been made by one of the complainants.

The suspect was arrested while loading property in a vehicle, as the couple prepared to vacate from their offices.

The other suspect, Sitshengisiwe Ndlovu (46) was later arrested at Bulawayo Police Station, where she had visited her husband.

Police investigations revealed that processing of the purported employment opportunities was promised within three weeks following the payment of US$4,000, with interviews conducted via WhatsApp.

The suspects would then give the complainants excuses after the waiting period lapsed.

Some 46 victims fell for the scam and were defrauded approximately $134 552 in total.

Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi urged the public to exercise caution and thoroughly research individuals and employment agencies claiming to assist with job placements abroad.

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Zimbabwe Arrests Duo For Duping Public Of Job Placements In Canada, UK, Ireland

Zimbabwe police arrested Sitshengisiwe Ndlovu and Alison Unami for fraudulently promising overseas jobs, causing USD 134,552 in losses.

In a statement seen by Pindula News, police said the arrests were made in connection with 46 counts of fraud between August 2022 and May 3, 2023. The suspects allegedly posed as agents of an undisclosed company facilitating job placements in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. Reads the statement:

ARREST OF TWO SUSPECTS FOR DUPING THE PUBLIC FOR PURPORTED JOB PLACEMENTS ABROAD

The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest of a couple, Sitshengisiwe Ndlovu (46) and Alison Unami (30) in connection with forty-six (46) counts of fraud which occurred between August 2022 and 03 May 2023. The suspects duped the complainants USD 134 552. 00 after allegedly posing as agents of an undisclosed company involved in facilitating job placements in Canada, United Kingdom and Ireland.

On 03rd May 2023, Police in Bulawayo arrested Alison Unami (30) after a report had been made by one of the complainants. The suspect was arrested while loading property in a vehicle, preparing to vacate from their known offices. The other suspect, Sitshengisiwe Ndlovu (46) was later arrested at Bulawayo Police Station, where she had visited her husband.

Investigations made by the police revealed that the processing of the purported employment opportunities abroad by the suspects, was said to be done within three weeks upon payment of US$4000, resulting in interviews being conducted through WhatsApp. The suspects would give the complainants excuses upon the lapse of the waiting period. Resultantly, forty-six (46) victims fell for the scam and were defrauded approximately USD 134 552.00.

Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi urged the public to exercise caution and thoroughly research individuals and employment agencies claiming to assist with job placements abroad.

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Shattered Dreams: Couple Nabbed for Duping Job Seekers Of US$135k With Promises of UK Jobs

Shattered Dreams: Couple Nabbed for Duping Job Seekers Of US$135k With Promises of Overseas Jobs

In a shocking case of fraudulent job placements, a couple has been apprehended by the Zimbabwe Republic Police for allegedly duping job seekers of a staggering amount totaling USD 134,552.

Sitshengisiwe Ndlovu, 46, and Alison Unami, 30, stand accused of orchestrating an elaborate scheme, posing as agents of an undisclosed company offering lucrative job opportunities abroad.

The alleged scam unfolded between August 2022 and May 2023, during which the suspects targeted hopeful individuals seeking employment in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.

Promising swift processing within three weeks upon payment of a fee amounting to USD 4,000, the couple engaged victims through WhatsApp, conducting interviews and creating an air of authenticity. However, as the waiting period expired, the suspects would provide excuses, leaving their victims in a state of uncertainty and financial loss.

The intricate web of deceit began to unravel on May 3rd, 2023 when a vigilant complainant alerted the authorities. Acting swiftly, the police in Bulawayo arrested Alison Unami while she was loading belongings into a vehicle, presumably preparing to vacate their known office premises. Shortly after, Sitshengisiwe Ndlovu was apprehended at the Bulawayo Police Station, where she had gone to visit her husband.

 

Couple Nabbed for Duping Job Seekers Of US$135k With Promises of Overseas JobsCouple Nabbed for Duping Job Seekers Of US$135k With Promises of Overseas Jobs/Handcuffed Hands (Image Credit: Vesnaandjic/iStock)

Authorities confirmed a staggering total of 46 victims who had fallen prey to the scam, with losses amounting to USD 134,552. The victims, lured by the promise of employment opportunities abroad, now find themselves not only defrauded but also emotionally and financially devastated.

The Police have urged citizens to remain cautious and…

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Teacher Sues CBSD For Retaliating Against Him For Trans Advocacy

DOYLESTOWN, PA — In a federal civil rights lawsuit filed against the Central Bucks School District, a middle school teacher is claiming that district administrators began retaliating against him last year for advocating for a transgender student who was being harassed and bullied.

In March 2022, the teacher, Andrew Burgess, filed a complaint at the behest of a transgender student and his family with the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR) after he said administrators failed to address repeated harassment by classmates.

In his suit, Burgess said the district responded by suspending him in May and informing him that his employment status was under review. He was then reassigned from Lenape Middle School, where he had taught since 2006, to Unami Middle School just days before the start of the 2022-23 school year.

Burgess said new assignment included switching him from teaching eighth grade to seventh, new course material, and an increase in the number of students in his classes.

Burgess said in the suit that he also opposed apparent efforts to censor teachers’ classroom library materials that dealt with LGBTQ+ themes. He expressed his concerns to district leaders multiple times, and, when his building principal sought to meet individually with teachers who maintained a classroom library in March 2022, Burgess, who is a union leader, suggested that the principal instead held a group meeting with teachers on the issue.

“When a struggling student came to me, I did what we should want any teacher to do. I advocated for that student, as I had for numerous students in the past,” Burgess said. “That’s why teachers get into this work, to support, guide, and nurture our students.

The lawsuit states that the district has violated both the First Amendment and Title IX, by…

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Local Author Anita Wills to Host Book Reading & Signing of Minqua Unami Okehocking & the Down River Nations

Author Anita L. Wills

Author Anita L. Wills

Author Anita wills returns to Hometown for Book Reading and signing of latest book Minqua Unami Okehocking & the Down River Nations

Minqua Unami Ockehocking & The Down River Nations tells of the Indigenous People who occupied the North and Southeastern regions of what is now America.”

— Anita L. Wills

WEST CHESTER, PENNSYLVANIA , UNITED STATES, April 7, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Minqua Unami Okehocking & the Down River Nations is a Non Fiction Historical book, detailing the lives of Natives residing throughout the Eastern WoodlaCnds. Ms. Wills researched and documented her family history which spans thousands of years in America back to Spain in Europe Mali in Africa Canada and South America. In the pages of Minqua Unami Okehocking is a continuation of the history and historical figures entangled in her lines. Her lines are Native European and African. Ms. Wills Ancestors were the indigenous occupants of the region for at least 10,000 years before Colonization. In over 30 years she traced her Native African and European Ancestors back thousands of years to Africa Spain and throughout Europe. She utilized a combination of DNA and Research using the Oral History passed to her by her mother.

The book reading and signing will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 pm at the Chester County Historical Society at the West Chester Friends Meeting House. Ms. Wills will be reading excerpts from her book and the presentation will include a Power Point Presentation. She will be available to answer questions and sign copies of the book after the presentation. Ms. Wills will also sign previously purchased books which are available through Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble.

Ms. Wills was born and raised in…

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Hornets, Keep this Storm in Charlotte

Hornets fans, there’s a storm that I really hope never leaves Charlotte. The storm I speak of brings guidance, advice, maturity, and leadership to our very young team. What storm is this that I speak of? It’s none other than T$unami Papi, aka Kelly Oubre!

With an organization like the Hornets, it seems as though we always talk about things the team needs, and half the time, our needs are already here. In this particular case, we always talk about when we have a team full of young talent, we need a young veteran that can be a leader, mentor, and friend for these young guys. We have always seemed to get veterans on the team to mix with the youth, but not always the young vets that can relate to the young players.

Don’t get me wrong, I believe that veterans on a team of youth are a good thing. There’s something about having a guy that’s a few years older than the rookies and sophomores, that have been in the league for a few years, that can help develop those guys into key parts of the team. In an interview Kelly had post-game, he spoke of Kai Jones needing to get on the court, make mistakes, and learn from them. He talked about Kai getting to figure out what parts of his game to perfect, as well as other aspects that he needs to work on improving.

I mention this because Kelly has grown and matured on this team. He speaks like a vet, like a coach, and like a player that has “been there and done that.” Kelly has point-blank said he wants to remain a Hornet.

In my last post, I mentioned some of the free agents we will have at the end of the…

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Author Anita Wills announces Book Reading & signing of latest book Minqua Unami Okehocking & The Down River Nations

Anita Wills Author of Minqua Unami Okehocking & The Down River Nations returns to her Chester County Hometown in May

I can see that something else died there in the bloody mud, and was buried in the blizzard. A people’s dream died there. It was a beautiful dream . . . the nation’s hoop is broken and scattered.”

— ― Black Elk, Black Elk Speaks

CHESTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Author Anita Wills will be signing copies of her book Minqua Unami Okehocking & The Down River Nations in Chester and Lancaster Counties. The signings will take place in West Chester Coatesville and Lancaster at various locations. Minqua Unami Okehocking & The Down River Nations is the Authors 7th book and details her afro/indigenous and how Colonial Laws redesignated Natives and those of mixed race to Mulatto Colored Negro and Black. It is a historically accurate book that deals with issues of Colonial Laws that Affect Communities of Color to this day.

Ms. Wills was born and raised in Chester County and grew up Berks County before moving to California. She currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. It was her mothers oral history that sparked the desire to prove the history by researching and documenting their family lines. The project took over 30 years and went back to Africa, Europe and South America. In Westmoreland County Virginia she connected her lines to Mary Bowden a Mulatto Indentured Servant to George Washington’s father and brother. Mary Bowden was born on February 20, 1730 (her birth was recorded in the Courthouse), Her father was William Monroe Junior and her mother was Mary Monroe. They entered into a marriage the year before Mary Bowden was born without knowing it was illegal. Mary was taken to court…

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