He has decided to interrupt his vacation to take stock of progress towards the 2005 world summit, and to support the president of the General Assembly in his efforts to ensure a successful summit.

The Secretary-General stressed the need for member states to adopt a comprehensive convention against terrorism as soon as possible.

We are studying it.

As with all individuals about whom statements may be made in the upcoming report, the secretary-general has been given the opportunity to respond by the Independent Inquiry Committee. As he has done previously, the secretary-general has exercised that right.

The secretary-general also welcomes the prime minister's statement that such practices are completely contrary to Iraqi government policy.

Repeatedly urged all actors in conflict situations around the world -- governments, local authorities and armed forces -- to protect the right of all citizens to reliable information and the right of journalists to provide it without fearing for their security.

The secretary-general and the United Nations stand fully behind the millennium development goals, which are internationally accepted and which have the broad support of member states and civil society.

The secretary-general expresses his deepest condolences to the government of Iraq and to the families of the bereaved.

Does not represent a policy decision to disengage from Iraq.