Six progress report of the secretary-General on the United Nations observer mission in Liberia

Abstract

The Sixth Progress Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Observer Mission in Liberia (UNOMIL) highlights the deteriorating situation in Liberia as of September 1994. Despite efforts by the Liberian National Transitional Government, ECOWAS, and UNOMIL, the peace process has stalled due to continued factional fighting, ceasefire violations, and a virtual halt in disarmament. The security situation remains precarious, with widespread atrocities against civilians, attacks on humanitarian organizations, and limited deployment of UNOMIL and ECOMOG forces. The report emphasizes the urgent need for international financial support to sustain peacekeeping efforts and calls for renewed commitment to the Cotonou Agreement as the framework for peace. The upcoming Liberian National Conference is seen as a potential avenue to revive the peace process, though progress remains uncertain.