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HANSARDKosovo and the Western Balkans RegionMy Lords, I believe I speak for the whole House when I join my noble friend in paying tribute to the incredible work done across the world by both NATO troops and those deployed…06 Jun 2023HANSARDKosovo and the Western Balkans RegionMy Lords, we are working closely with international partners to de-escalate the situation in northern Kosovo and encourage a return to dialogue. The noble and gallant Lord, Lord…06 Jun 2023HANSARDSudan: Civilian PopulationMy Lords, first, we welcome the Jeddah declaration of 11 May, which provides a degree of respite. The trajectory is moving in the right direction, but more needs to be done for a…18 May 2023HANSARDSudan: Civilian PopulationThe noble Lord is correct that supplies are being held up. Some of them of being challenged directly; even the most basic humanitarian support is being interrupted and aid workers…18 May 2023HANSARDSudan: Civilian PopulationMy Lords, I assure the noble Baroness that we are looking at our full humanitarian response to the crisis, including working with Sudan’s near neighbours. We have issued a new £5…18 May 2023HANSARDSudan: Civilian PopulationMy Lords, the noble and gallant Lord will know that I cannot speculate on his final question. However, we are fully aware of the work of the Wagner Group from emerging reports…18 May 2023HANSARDSudan: Civilian PopulationMy Lords, as the noble Lord will be aware, we work with key agencies, including the UNHCR, to ensure that there is a validated process for those seeking refuge. During the crisis…18 May 2023HANSARDSudan: Civilian PopulationMy Lords, we are gravely concerned by the ongoing hostilities in Sudan. Innocent civilians are losing their lives and being subjected to the most terrible violence. The…18 May 2023HANSARDSudan: Civilian PopulationMy Lords, our country has a long tradition of ensuring that we are a sanctuary for those fleeing persecution. I know that my colleagues in the Home Office are monitoring the…18 May 2023HANSARDRussia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023That the Regulations laid before the House on 20 April be approved. Relevant document: 38th Report from the Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee (special attention drawn to…18 May 2023HANSARDSudan: Civilian PopulationMy Lords, as my noble friend is aware, I am the Government’s lead on, and the Prime Minister’s special representative for, preventing sexual violence in conflict. Tragically, we…18 May 2023HANSARDSudan: Civilian PopulationMy Lords, while I agree with the noble Lord to the extent that there can be no winners in this situation, my right honourable friends the Prime Minister and the Foreign Secretary…18 May 2023HANSARDRussia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023My Lords, I thank the noble Baroness, Lady Northover, and the noble Lord, Lord Collins, for their strong support of the Government’s actions. Once again, it demonstrates the unity…16 May 2023HANSARDRussia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023That the Grand Committee do consider the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023. Relevant document: 38th Report from the Secondary Legislation Scrutiny…16 May 2023HANSARDRussia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023I think I sought to clarify part of that. A vote would come on something that is there already: a statutory instrument was never introduced in that respect and of course the…16 May 2023HANSARDRussia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023My Lords, the Russia Sanctions EU Exit Amendment Regulations 2023 amend the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. The instrument was laid on 20 April 2023 under powers…16 May 2023HANSARDUkraine: CeasefireMy Lords, on today’s visit of His Excellency President Zelensky, the UK remains steadfast in its support for Ukraine’s brave defence against Russia’s brutal and unprovoked…15 May 2023HANSARDUkraine: CeasefireI have in part already answered the noble Lord’s second question. We welcome all peace initiatives and anything leading towards that. The grain deal was a good example of working…15 May 2023HANSARDUkraine Recovery ConferenceThe insights provided by the noble and gallant Lord are most welcome. We need to capture and leverage the insights and experience of your Lordships’ House to ensure that our…15 May 2023HANSARDUkraine Recovery ConferenceMy Lords, I have already alluded to the importance of accountability. The noble Lord will have seen the co-operation that we have had on the issue of justice for those who are…15 May 2023