The Security Council reaffirmed its support for the peace process between the two countries and of the role played by UNMEE in facilitating the implementation of the Algiers Agreement and decision by the Boundary Commission on the mutual border. It welcomed progress made by both Ethiopia and Eritrea in the peace process and urged both countries to fulfil their obligations under international law, including international humanitarian, refugee and human rights law.[2] The peace process was entering a crucial stage and the Council expressed concern at violations of the model Status of Forces Agreement signed by Ethiopia and agreed by Eritrea; it stressed that peace would be achieved through the implementation of the Algiers Agreement and decisions of the Boundary Commission.[3]