Iwill make three points.

First, the United Kingdom reiterates its full support for UNISFA and its mandate.

The Secretary-General’s report highlights the Mission’s ongoing critical role and efforts to prevent instability.

This includes UNISFA’s quick reaction forces and community peace initiatives, and the establishment of joint women’s peace communities by local communities is particularly encouraging in this regard.

However, it is regrettable that UNISFA continues to face serious constraints, including violations of the Status of Forces Agreement, and restricted movement caused by the presence of South Sudanese forces and Rapid Support Forces fighters.

We call on all armed groups to withdraw from Abyei, in line with the 2011 Agreement that Abyei would be demilitarised and weapons-fre

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