Resolution 1245 (1999) / adopted by the Security Council at its 4012th meeting, on 11 June 1999

Security Council resolution 1245 (1999) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Observer Mission in Sierra Leone (UNOMSIL)]
[Extension of the mandate of the UN Observer Mission in Sierra Leone (UNOMSIL)]

Decides to extend the mandate of UNOMSIL until 13 Dec. 1999; calls upon all concerned to remain committed to the process of negotiation and to demonstrate flexibility in their approach to the process, underlines its strong support for all those involved in the mediation efforts of UN within the Lome process, in particular the work of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to facilitate dialogue, and for the key role being played by the President of Togo as current Chairman of ECOWAS, and emphasizes the strong commitment of the international community to support a sustainable peace settlement; takes note of the intention of the Secretary-General to revert to the Council with recommendations on an expanded UNOMSIL presence in Sierra Leone with a revised mandate and concept of operations in the event of a successful outcome to the negotiations between the Government of Sierra Leone and rebel representatives in Lome, and underlines that further eventual deployment of UNOMSIL should be considered, taking into account security conditions.

Adopted unanimously, 4012th meeting

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