Statement [made on behalf of the Security Council, at the 4419th meeting, 15 Nov. 2001, in connection with the Council's consideration of the item entitled "The situation in Angola"]

Remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict in Angola; holds Mr. Jonas Savimbi and the armed faction of the Uniã Nacional para a Independência Total de Angola (UNITA) primarily responsible for the failure to implement the Lusaka Protocol; reaffirms that the Lusaka Protocol remains the only viable basis for a political settlement of the conflict in Angola; reiterates its call on Member States to comply fully with the implementation of the sanctions regime against UNITA; supports the Government of Angola in its efforts to implement the Lusaka Protocol including through the Fund for Peace and National Reconciliation; supports the Government's intention to hold free and fair elections when appropriate conditions are in place.

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