UN Security Council
2015

United Nations S/RES/2248 (2015) Security Council Distr.: General 12 November 2015 Resolution 2248 (2015) Adopted by the Security Council at its 7557th meeting, on 12 November 2015 The Security Council, Recalling the statements of its President on Burundi, in particular the statements of 18 February 2015 (2015/6), of 26 June 2015 (2015/13) and of 28 October 2015 (2015/18), Expressing its deep concern about the ongoing escalation of insecurity and the continued rise in violence in Burundi, as well as the persisting political impasse in the country, marked by a lack of dialogue among Burundian stakeholders, Stressing that the situation prevailing in Burundi has the potential to seriously undermine the significant gains achieved through the Arusha Agreement, with devastating consequences for Burundi and the region as a whole, Stressing the primary responsibility of the Government of Burundi for ensuring security in its territory and protecting its populatio n with respect for the rule of law, human rights and international humanitarian law, as applicable, Reaffirming its strong commitment to the sovereignty, political independence, territorial integrity and unity of Burundi,