UN Peace | International Peacekeepers Day observed

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[00:00:23]The world recently marked peacekeepers day.

[00:00:27]Across the globe, the UN blue helmet is a symbol of hope for communities in their darkest hour.

[00:00:35]UN peacekeeping has proven to be one of the international communities most effective responses to conflict.

[00:00:45]As we meet, more than 50,000 peacekeepers are deployed across the globe protecting civilian lives.

[00:00:53]They are curbing violence, enabling political solutions, supporting elections, delivering humanitarian assistance, clearing landmines, and so much more.

[00:01:06]Thanks to the dedication of our troop contributing countries, more than 2 million women and men have served in 71 peacekeeping missions on four continents. They do so in the face of acute danger, displaying levels of bravery and initiative that stir the heart. Today, it is my privilege to present four sets of awards recognizing the spirit of peacekeeping.

[00:01:36]I am humbled to posthumously bestow the Dag Hammarskjöld medal to 68 peacekeepers who have made the ultimate sacrifice, including 59 killed last year. They came from 33 countries, diverse in background, but united in the cause of peace.

[00:02:00]They represent the best of humanity, people prepared to risk everything to keep others safe.

[00:02:09]To their families and friends here today, we mourn with you.

[00:02:15]And we vow to honor your loved ones in the best way we know how, by carrying forward the mission to which they devoted their lives.

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