Resolution 572 (1985)
of 30 September 1985

The Security Council,

Recalling its resolution 568 (1985),

Having considered the report of the mission to
Botswana appointed by the Secretary-General in accordance with resolution 568 (1985), 89

Having heard the statement of the Permanent
Representative of Botswana to the United Nations 90
expressing the deep concern of his Government over the
attack by South Africa against the territorial integrity of
Botswana,

Deeply concerned that the attack by South Africa
resulted in the loss of life and casualties to many
residents and refugees in Gaborone as well as the
destruction of and damage to property,

Noting with satisfaction the policy which Botswana
follows in regard to the granting of asylum to people
fleeing from the oppression of apartheid as well as its
respect for and adherence to the international conventions on the status of refugees,

Reaffirming its opposition to the system of apartheid
and the right of all countries to receive refugees fleeing
from the oppression of apartheid,

Noting further the urgent needs of Botswana to provide adequate shelter and facilities to refugees seeking
asylum in Botswana,

Convinced of the importance of international support
for Botswana,

1. Commends the Government of Botswana for its
steadfast opposition to apartheid and for the
humanitarian policies it is following in regard to
refugees;

2. Expresses its appreciation to the Secretary-General for having arranged to send a mission to
Botswana to assess the damage caused by South Africa’s
unprovoked and premeditated acts of aggression and for
proposing measures to strengthen Botswana’s capacity
to receive and provide assistance to South African
refugees as well as for determining the level of assistance
required by Botswana to cope with the situation
resulting from the attack;

3. Endorses the report of the mission to Botswana
under resolution 568 (1985);

4. Demands that South Africa pay full and adequate
compensation to Botswana for the loss of life and
damage to property resulting from its act of aggression;

5. Requests Member States, international organizations and financial institutions to assist Botswana in the
fields identified in the report of the mission to
Botswana;

6. Requests the Secretary-General to give the matter
of assistance to Botswana his continued attention and to
keep the Security Council informed;

7. Decides to remain seized of the situation.

Adopted unanimously at the
2609th meeting.

89 Ibid., document S/17453.
90 Ibid., Fortieth Year, 2609th meeting.

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Resolution 573 (1985)
of 4 October 1985

The Security Council,

Having considered the letter dated 1 October 1985, 95
in which Tunisia made a complaint against Israel following the act of aggression which the latter committed
against the sovereignty and territorial integrity of
Tunisia,

Having heard the statement by the Minister for
Foreign Affairs of Tunisia, 96

Having noted with concern that the Israeli attack has
caused heavy loss of human life and extensive material
damage,

Considering that, in accordance with Article 2,
paragraph 4, of the Charter of the United Nations, all
States Members shall refrain in their international relations from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State,
or acting in any other manner inconsistent with the purposes of the United Nations,

Gravely concerned at the threat to peace and security
in the Mediterranean region posed by the air raid perpetrated on 1 October by Israel in the area of Hammam
Plage, situated in the southern suburb of Tunis,

Drawing attention to the serious effect which the
aggression carried out by Israel and all acts contrary to
the Charter cannot but have on any initiative designed to
establish an overall, just and lasting peace in the Middle
East,

Considering that the Israeli Government claimed
responsibility for the attack as soon as it had been carried out,

1. Condemns vigorously the act of armed aggression
perpetrated by Israel against Tunisian territory in
flagrant violation of the Charter of the United Nations,
international law and norms of conduct;

2. Demands that Israel refrain from perpetrating
such acts of aggression or from threatening to do so;

3. Urges Member States to take measures to
dissuade Israel from resorting to such acts against the
sovereignty and territorial integrity of all States;

4. Considers that Tunisia has the right to appropriate reparations as a result of the loss of human life
and material damage which it has suffered and for which
Israel has claimed responsibility;

5. Requests the Secretary-General to report to the
Security Council on the implementation of the present
resolution by 30 November 1985 at the latest;

6. Decides to remain seized of the matter.

Adopted at the 2615th meeting
by 14 votes to none, with 1
abstention (United States of
America).

95 Official Records of the Security Council, Fortieth Year, Supplement for October, November and December 1985, document $/17509.
96 Ibid., Fortieth Year, 2610th meeting.

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Resolution 574 (1985)
of 7 October 1985

The Security Council,

Having considered the request of the Permanent
Representative of the People’s Republic of Angola to the
United Nations contained in document S/17510,

Having heard the statement of the Permanent
Representative of Angola, 76

Bearing in mind that all Member States are obliged to
refrain in their international relations from the threat or
use of force against the sovereignty, territorial integrity
or political independence of any State and from acting in
any other manner inconsistent with the principles and
purposes of the United Nations,

Recalling its resolutions 387 (1976), 428 (1978), 447
(1979), 454 (1979), 475 (1980), 545 (1983), 546 (1984),
567 (1985) and 571 (1985), which, inter alia, condemned
South Africa’s aggression against the People’s Republic
of Angola and demanded that South Africa should
scrupulously respect the independence, sovereignty and
territorial integrity of Angola,

Gravely concerned at the persistent, hostile and unprovoked acts of aggression and sustained armed invasions committed by the racist régime of South Africa in
violation of the sovereignty, airspace and territorial integrity of the People’s Republic of Angola and, in particular, the armed invasion of Angola carried out on
28 September 1985,

Conscious of the need to take effective steps for the
prevention and removal of all threats to international
peace and security posed by South Africa’s acts of aggression,

1. Strongly condemns the racist régime of South
Africa for its latest premeditated and unprovoked aggression against the People’s Republic of Angola, as well
as its continuing occupation of parts of the territory of
that State, which constitute a flagrant violation of the
sovereignty and territorial integrity of Angola and
seriously endanger international peace and security;

2. Strongly condemns also South Africa for its
utilization of the illegally occupied Territory of Namibia
as a springboard for perpetrating acts of aggression
against the People’s Republic of Angola, as well as sustaining its occupation of part of the territory of that
country;

3. Demands once again that South Africa cease immediately all acts of aggression and unconditionally
withdraw forthwith all military forces occupying
Angolan territory, as well as scrupulously respect the
sovereignty, airspace, territorial integrity and independence of the People’s Republic of Angola;

4. Reaffirms the right of the People’s Republic of
Angola, in accordance with the relevant provisions of
the Charter of the United Nations, in particular Article 51, to take all the measures necessary to defend and
safeguard its sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence;

5. Calls upon all States to implement fully the arms
embargo imposed against South Africa in Security
Council resolution 418 (1977);

6. Renews its request to Member States to extend all
necessary assistance to the People’s Republic of Angola
in order to strengthen its defence capability in the face of
South Africa’s escalating acts of aggression and the occupation of parts of its territory by the South African
military forces;

7. Requests the Security Council Commission of Investigation established in pursuance of resolution 571
(1985), consisting of Australia, Egypt and Peru, to
report urgently on its evaluation of the damage resulting
from South African aggression, including the latest
bombings;

8. Decides to meet again in the event of non-compliance by South Africa with the present resolution
in order to consider the adoption of more effective
measures in accordance with the appropriate provisions
of the Charter;

9. Decides to remain seized of the matter.

Adopted unanimously at the
2617th meeting, following a
separate vote on operative
paragraph 6.

76 See Official Records of the Security Council, Fortieth Year,
2612th meeting.

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Resolution 575 (1985)
of 17 October 1985

The Security Council,

Recalling its resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978), 501
(1982), 508 (1982), 509 (1982) and 520 (1982), as well as
all its resolutions on the situation in Lebanon,

Having studied the report of the Secretary-General on
the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon of 10 October 1985 21 and taking note of the observations expressed
therein,

Taking note of the letter of the Permanent Representative of Lebanon addressed to the Secretary-General of
3 October 1985, 22

Responding to the request of the Government of
Lebanon,

1. Decides to extend the present mandate of the
United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon for a further
interim period of six months, that is, until 19 April 1986;

2. Reiterates its strong support for the territorial
integrity, sovereignty and independence of Lebanon
within its internationally recognized boundaries;

3. Re-emphasizes the terms of reference and general
guidelines of the Force as stated in the report of the
Secretary-General of 19 March 1978,' approved by
resolution 426 (1978), and calls upon all parties concerned
to co-operate fully with the Force for the full implementation of its mandate;

4. Reiterates that the Force should fully implement
its mandate as defined in resolutions 425 (1978), 426
(1978) and all other relevant resolutions;

5. Requests the Secretary-General to continue consultations with the Government of Lebanon and other
parties directly concerned on the implementation of the
present resolution and to report to the Council thereon.

Adopted at the 2623rd meeting
by 13 votes to none, with 2 abstentions (Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic, Union of
Soviet Socialist Republics).

21 Ibid., document S/17557.
22 Ibid., document S/17526.

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Resolution 576 (1985)
of 21 November 1985

The Security Council,

Having considered the report of the Secretary-General
on the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force, 23

Decides:

(a) To call upon the parties concerned to implement
immediately Security Council resolution 338 (1973);

(b) To renew the mandate of the United Nations
Disengagement Observer Force for another period of six
months, that is, until 31 May 1986;

(c) To request the Secretary-General to submit, at
the end of this period, a report on the developments in
the situation and the measures taken to implement
resolution 338 (1973).

Adopted unanimously at the
2630th meeting.

23 Ibid., document S/17628.

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Resolution 577 (1985)
of 6 December 1985

The Security Council,

Having examined the report of the Security Council
Commission of Investigation established under resolution 571 (1985), 79

Having considered the statement of the Permanent
Representative of the People’s Republic of Angola to the
United Nations, 80

Gravely concerned at the numerous hostile and unprovoked acts of aggression committed by the racist
régime of South Africa violating the sovereignty,
airspace and territorial integrity of the People’s Republic
of Angola,

Grieved at the tragic loss of human life and concerned
about the damage to and destruction of property
resulting from repeated acts:of aggression committed by
the South African racist régime,

Convinced that these wanton acts of aggression by the
minority racist régime in South Africa form a consistent
and sustained pattern of violations aimed at destroying
the economic infrastructure of the People’s Republic of
Angola and weakening its support of the struggle of the
people of Namibia for freedom and national liberation.

Recalling its resolutions 571 (1985) and 574 (1985) by
which it, inter alia, strongly condemned South Africa’s
armed invasion perpetrated against the People’s
Republic of Angola and demanded that South Africa
should scrupulously respect the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Angola,

Reaffirming that the pursuance of these acts of aggression against Angola constitutes a threat to international peace and security,

Conscious of the need to take immediate and effective
steps for the prevention and removal of all threats to international peace and security,

1. Endorses the report of the Security Council Commission of Investigation established under resolution
571 (1985) and expresses its appreciation to the members
of the Commission;

2. Strongly condemns the racist South African
régime for its continued, intensified and unprovoked
acts of aggression against the People’s Republic of
Angola, which constitute a flagrant violation of the
sovereignty and territorial integrity of Angola;

3. Strongly condemns South Africa’s utilization of
the international Territory of Namibia as a springboard
for armed invasions and destabilization of the People’s
Republic of Angola;

4. Demands once again that South Africa cease
immediately all acts of aggression against the People’s
Republic of Angola and unconditionally withdraw
forthwith all forces occupying Angolan territory as well
as scrupulously respect the sovereignty, airspace, territorial integrity and independence of Angola;

5. Commends the People’s Republic of Angola for
its steadfast support for the people of Namibia in their
just and legitimate struggle against the illegal occupation
of their territory by South Africa and for the enjoyment
of their inalienable rights to self: determination and national independence;

6. Requests Member States urgently to extend all
necessary assistance to the People’s Republic of Angola,
in order to strengthen its defence capacity;

7. Demands that South Africa pay full and adequate
compensation to the People’s Republic of Angola for the
damage to life and property resulting from the acts of
aggression;

8. Requests Member States and _ international
organizations urgently to extend material and other
forms of assistance to the People’s Republic of Angola
in order to facilitate the immediate reconstruction of its
economic infrastructure;

9. Requests the Secretary-General to monitor
developments in this situation and report to the Security
Council as necessary, but no later than 30 June 1986, on
the implementation of the present resolution and, in particular, of paragraphs 7 and 8 thereof;

10. Decides to remain seized of the matter.

Adopted unanimously at the
2631st meeting, following a
separate vote on operative
paragraph 6.

79 Ibid., document S/17648.
80 Ibid., Fortieth Year, 2631st meeting.

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Resolution 578 (1985)
of 12 December 1985

The Security Council,

Taking note of the report of the Secretary-General on
the United Nations operation in Cyprus of 30 November
and 11 December 65 and of 9 December 1985, 66

Noting the recommendation by the Secretary-General
that the Security Council should extend the stationing of
the United Nations Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus for a
further period of six months,

Noting also that the Government of Cyprus has
agreed that in view of the prevailing conditions in the
island it is necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond
15 December 1985,

Reaffirming the provisions of its resolution 186 (1964)
and other relevant resolutions,

1. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the
United Nations Peace-keeping Force established under
resolution 186 (1964) for a further period, ending on
15 June 1986;

2. Requests the Secretary-General to continue his
mission of good offices, to keep the Security Council informed of the progress made and to submit a report on
the implementation of the present resolution by 31 May
1986;

3. Calls upon all the parties concerned to continue to
co-operate with the Force on the basis of the present
mandate.

Adopted unanimously at the
2635th meeting.

65 Ibid., documents S/17657 and Add.2.
66 Ibid., Add.1.

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Resolution 579 (1985)
of 18 December 1985

The Security Council,

Deeply disturbed at the prevalence of incidents of
hostage-taking and abduction, several of which are of
protracted duration and have included loss of life,

Considering that the taking of hostages and abductions are offences of grave concern to the international
community, having severe adverse consequences for the
rights of the victims and for the promotion of friendly
relations and co-operation among States,
Recalling the statement of 9 October 1985 by the
President of the Security Council, resolutely condemning all acts of terrorism, including hostage-taking, 101

Recalling also resolution 40/61 of 9 December 1985 of
the General Assembly,

Bearing in mind the International Convention against
the Taking of Hostages, adopted on 17 December
1979, 102 the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Crimes against Internationally Protected Persons, including Diplomatic Agents, adopted on 14 December 1973, 103 the Convention for the Suppression
of Unlawful Acts against the Safety of Civil Aviation,
signed on 23 September 1971, 104 the Convention for
the Suppression of Unlawful Seizure of Aircraft, signed
on 16 December 1970, 105 and other relevant conventions,

1. Condemns unequivocally all acts of hostagetaking and abduction;
2. Calls for the immediate safe release of all
hostages and abducted persons wherever and by whomever they are being held;

3. Affirms the obligation of all States in whose territory hostages or abducted persons are held urgently to
take all appropriate measures to secure their safe release
and to prevent the commission of acts of hostage-taking
and abduction in the future;

4. Appeals to all States that have not yet done so to
consider the possibility of becoming parties to the International Convention against the Taking of Hostages,
the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of
Crimes against Interntionally Protected Persons, including Diplomatic Agents, the Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts against the Safety of Civil Aviation, the Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful
Seizure of Aircraft and other relevant conventions;

5. Urges the further development of international
co-operation among States in devising and adopting
effective measures which are in accordance with the
rules of international law to facilitate the prevention,
prosecution and punishment of all acts of hostage-taking and abduction as manifestations of international
terrorism.

Adopted unanimously at the
2637th meeting.

101 See p. 24, Statement by the President.
102 General Assembly resolution 34/146, annex.
103 General Assembly resolution 3166 (XXVIII), annex.
104 United Nations, Treaty Series, vol. 974, No. 14118, p. 178.
105 United Nations, Treaty Series, vol. 860, No. 12325, p. 105.

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Resolution 580 (1985)
of 30 December 1985

The Security Council,

Taking note of the letter dated 23 December 1985
from the Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of
Lesotho to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council, 109

Having heard the statement by the Honourable
Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of
Lesotho, Mr. M. V. Makhele, 110

Bearing in mind that all Member States must refrain
in their international relations from the threat or use of
force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State, or acting in any other manner inconsistent with the purposes of the Charter of the United
Nations,

Recalling its resolution 527 (1982),

Gravely concerned at the recent unprovoked and premeditated killings for which South Africa is responsible,
in violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of
the Kingdom of Lesotho, and their consequences for
peace and security in southern Africa,

Gravely concerned that this act of aggression is
aimed at weakening the determined and unrelenting
humanitarian support given by Lesotho to South
African refugees,

Grieved at the tragic loss of life of six South African
refugees and three nationals of Lesotho resulting from
this act of aggression committed against Lesotho,

Alarmed at the fact that the continued existence of
apartheid in South Africa is the root cause of increased
violence both within South Africa and from South
Africa against neighbouring countries,

1. Strongly condemns these killings and recent acts
of unprovoked and premeditated violence, for which
South Africa is responsible, against the Kingdom of
Lesotho in flagrant violation fo the sovereignty and territorial integrity of that country;

2. Demands the payment by South Africa of full and
adequate compensation to the Kingdom of Lesotho for
the damage and loss of life resulting from this act of
aggression;

3. Calls upon all parties to normalize their relations
and to employ established channels of communication
on all matters of mutual concern;

4. Reaffirms Lesotho’s right to receive and give
sanctuary to the victims of apartheid in accordance with
its traditional practice, humanitarian principles and its
international obligations;

5. Requests Member States to extend urgently all
necessary economic assistance to Lesotho in order to
strengthen its capacity to receive, maintain and protect
South African refugees in Lesotho;

6. Calls upon the South African Government to
resort to peaceful means in resolving international problems in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and the Declaration on Principles of International
Law concerning Friendly Relations and Co-operation
among States in accordance with the Charter of the
United Nations; 111

7, Further calls upon South Africa to live up to its
commitment not to destabilize neighbouring countries
nor to allow its territory to be used as a springboard for
attacks against neighbouring countries and to declare
publicly that it will, in future, comply with provisions of
the Charter of the United Nations and that it will not
commit acts of violence against Lesotho, either directly
or through its proxies;

8. Demands that South Africa forthwith take meaningful steps towards the dismantling of apartheid;

9. Requests the Secretary-General to establish, in
consultation with the Government of Lesotho, an
appropriate presence comprising one or two civilians
in Maseru, for the purpose of keeping him informed of
any development affecting the territorial integrity of
Lesotho;

10. Further requests the Secretary-General, through
appropriate means, to monitor the implementation of
the present resolution and the prevailing situation and to
report to the Security Council as the situation demands;

11. Decides to remain seized of the matter.

Adopted unanimously at the
2639th meeting.

109 Official Records of the Security Council, Fortieth Year, Supplement for October, November and December 1985, document S/17692.
110 Ibid., Fortieth Year, 2638th meeting.
111 General Assembly resolution 2625 (XXV), annex.

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Resolution 581 (1986)
of 13 February 1986

The Security Council,

Having considered the request of the Permanent Representative of the Sudan to the United Nations contained in
document S/17770,

Bearing in mind that all Member States are obliged to
refrain in their international relations from the threat or
use of force against the sovereignty, territorial integrity o1
political independence of any State or from acting tn any
other manner inconsistent with the purposes and principles of the United Nations,

Gravely concerned at the tension and instability created
by the hostile policies and aggression of the apartheid
regime throughout southern Africa and the mounting
threat they pose to the security of the region and its wider
implications for international peace and security,

Gravely concerned that such acts of aggression can only
serve to aggravate the already volatile and dangerous
situation in the southern African region,

Reiterating its total opposition to the system of apartheid,

Reaffirming the right of all countries to give sanctuary
to refugees fleeing from the oppression caused by the
apartheid system,

Taking note of the communiqué of the Ministers of the
front-line States and of the European Economic Community 39 in which, inter alia, the Ministers condemned
South Africa’s policy of destabilization in all its manifestations, including the use of any direct or indirect armed
actions in neighbouring States, and agreed to deny perpetrators of such actions any assistance or support,

Recalling is resolutions 567 (1985), 568 (1985),
S71 (1985), 572 (1985) and 580 (1985), by which, inter
alia, it condemned South Africa’s aggression against
Angola, Botswana and Lesotho,

Convinced that the apartheid system of the racist régime
of South Africa and its continued illegal occupation o!
Namibia are the source of tensions and insecurity in
southern Africa,

Gravely concerned at the recent threats by South Africa
to continue to perpetrate acts of aggression against the
front-line States and other countries in southern Africa
vied al destabilizing them,

Conscious of the urgent need to take effective steps for
the prevention and removal of all threats to peace and
security in the region posed by South Africa’s recent
threats to use force against countries in southern Africa,

Convinced that only the elimination of apartheid can
lead to a just and lasting solution to the explosive situation
in South Africa in particular and in southern Africa in
general,

1. Strongly condemns racist South Africa for its recent
threats to perpetrate acts of aggression against the front-line States and other States in southern Africa;

2. Strongly warns the racist régime of South Africa
against committing any acts of aggression, terrorism and
destabilization against independent African States and its
use of mercenaries;

3. Deplores the escalation of violence in the region and
calls upon South Africa to respect fully the sanctity of international borders;

4. Deplores any form of assistance given by States
which could be used to destabilize independent States in
southern Africa;

5. Calls upon all States to exert pressure on South
Africa to desist from perpetrating acts of aggression
against neighbouring States;

6. Reaffirms the right of all States in the fulfilment of
their international obligations to give sanctuary to the victims of apartheid;

7. Demands the immediate eradication of apartheid as
the necessary step towards the establishment of a non-racial democratic society based on self-determination and
majority rule through the full and free exercise of universal adult suffrage by all the people in a united and nonfragmented South Africa, and to this end demands:

(a) The dismantling of the bantustan structures as well
as the cessation of uprooting, relocation and denationalization of the indigenous African people;

(b) The abrogation of the bans and restrictions on political organizations, parties, individuals and news media opposed to apartheid;

(c) The unimpeded return of all the exiles;

8. Demands that the racist régime of South Africa put
an end to the violence against and repression of the black
people and other opponents of apartheid, unconditionally
release all persons imprisoned, detained or restricted for
their opposition to apartheid and lift the state of emergency;

9. Deplores the racist regime of South Africa for its
disregard of the principles of international law and its obligations under the Charter of the United Nations;

10. Commends the front-line States and other States
neighbouring South Africa for their support of freedom
and justice in South Africa and requests Member States to
extend urgently all forms of assistance to these States in
order to strengthen their capacities to receive, maintain
and protect South African refugees in their respective
countries;

11. Requests the Secretary-General to monitor developments related to South Africa’s threats to escalate acts
of aggression against independent States in southern
Africa and to report to the Security Council as the situation demands:

12. Decides te remain seized of the matter.
Adopted at the 2662nd meeting
by 13 votes to none, with 2 abstentions (United Kingdom of Great
Britain and Northern Ireland,
United States of America).

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Resolution 582 (1986)

of 24 February 1986

The Security Council,

Having considered the question entitled “The situation
between Iran and Iraq”,

Recalling that the Security Council has been seized with
the question of the situation between Iran and Iraq for almost six years and that decisions have been taken thereon,

Deeply concerned about the prolongation of the conflict
between the two countries resulting in heavy losses of human lives and considerable material damage and endangering peace and security,

Recalling the provisions of the Charter and in particular
the obligation of all Member States to settle their international disputes by peaceful means in such a manner that
international peace and security and justice are not endangered,

Noting that both the Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq
are parties to the Protocol for the Prohibition of the Use in
War of Asphyxiating, Poisonous or Other Gases, and of
Bacteriological Methods of Warfare signed at Geneva on
17 June 1925, 45

Emphasizing the principle of the inadmissibility of the
acquisition of territory by force,

Taking note of the efforts of mediation pursued by the
Secretary-General,

1. Deplores the initial acts which gave rise to the conflict between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq and deplores the continuation of the conflict;

2. Also deplores the escalation of the conflict, especially territorial incursions, the bombing of purely civilian
population centres, attacks on neutral shipping or civilian
aircraft, the violation of international humanitarian law
and other laws of armed conflict and, in particular, the use
of chemical weapons contrary to obligations under the
1925 Geneva Protocol:

3. Calls upon the Islamic Republic of [ran and Iraq to
observe an immediate cease-fire, a cessation of all hostilities on land, at sea and in the air and withdrawal of all
forces to the internationally recognized boundaries without delay;

4. Urges that a comprehensive exchange of prisoners-of-war be completed within a short period after the cessation of hostilities in co-operation with the International
Committee of the Red Cross:

5. Calls upon both parties to submit immediately all
aspects of the conflict to mediation or to any other means
of peaceful settlement of disputes;

6. Requests the Secretary-General to continue his on-going efforts, to assist the two parties to give effect to this
resolution and to keep the Council informed;

7. Calls upon all other States to exercise the utmost restraint and to refrain from any act which may lead to afurther escalation and widening of the conflict and, thus,
to facilitate the implementation of the present resolution;

8. Decides to remain seized of the matter.

Adopted unanimously at the
2666th meeting

45 League of Nations, Treaty Series, vol. XCIV (1929), No. 2138, p. 65

Security Council resolution 582 (1986) [calling for cease-fire and exchange of prisoners between Iraq and the Islamic Republic of Iran]

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Resolution 583 (1986)
of 18 April 1986

The Security Council

Recalling its resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978),
SOL (1982), SO8 (1982). 509 (1982) and 520 (1982), as well
as all its resolutions on the situation in Lebanon,

Having studied the report of the Secretary-General on
the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon of 9 April
1986. 6 and taking note of the observations expressed
therein.

Taking note of the letter of the Permanent Representative of Lebanon addressed to the Secretary-General of 1 April 1986. 7

Responding to the request of the Government of Lebanon,

1. Decides to extend the present mandate of the
United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon for a further interim period of three months, that 1s, until 19 July 1986:

2. Reiterates its strong support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Lebanon within
its internationally recognized boundaries;

3. Re-emphasizes the terms of reference and general
guidelines of the Force as stated in the report of the Secretary-General of 19 March 1978.8 approved by resolution
426 (1978), and calls upon all parties concerned to cooperate fully with the Force for the full implementation of
its mandate;

4. Reiterates that the Force should fully implement its
mandate as defined in resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978)
and all other relevant resolutions;

5. Requests the Secretary-General to continue consultations with the Government of Lebanon and other parties
directly concerned on the implementation of the present
resolution and to report to the Council thereon by
19 June 1986.

Adopted unanimously at the
2681st meeting.

6 Ibid , document S/17965
7 Ibid. document S/17968

Security Council resolution 583 (1986) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon]


1986 Letters from various Member States (Libya)

Letter dated 15 April 1986 from the Chargé d'affaires a.i. of the Permanent Mission of the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/17991)--Letter dated 15 April 1986 from the Chargé d'affaires a.i. of the Permanent Mission of Burkina Faso to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/17992)--Letter dated 15 April 1986 from the Chargé d'affaires a.i. of the Permanent Mission of the Syrian Arab Republic to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/17993)--Letter dated 15 April 1986 from the Permanent Representative of Oman to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/17994)


Southern Africa


Resolution 584 (1986)
of 29 May 1986

The Security Council,

Having considered the report of the Secretary-General
on the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force, 9

Decides:

(a) To call upon the parties concerned to implement
immediately Security Council resolution 338 (1973).

(b) To renew the mandate of the United Nations
Disengagement Observer Force for another period of six
months, that is, until 30 November 1986:

(c) To request the Secretary-General to submit, at the
end of this period, a report on the developments in the
situation and the measures taken to implement resolution
338 (1973).

Adopted unanimously at the
2687th meeting

9 Ibid., Forty-first Year. Supplement for April, May and June 1986,
document S/18061.

Security Council resolution 584 (1986) [on renewal of the mandate of the UN Disengagement Observer Force]

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Resolution 585 (1986)
of 13 June 1986

The Security Council,

Taking note of the report of the Secretary-General on
the United Nations operation in Cyprus of 31 May and 11
and 12 June 1986, 63

Noting the recommendation by the Secretary-General
that the Security Council extend the stationing of the
United Nations Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus for a further period of six months,

Noting also that the Government of Cyprus has agreed
that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it is
necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond
15 June 1986,

Reaffirming the provisions of resolution 186 (1964) and
other relevant resolutions,

1. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the
United Nations Peace-keeping Force established under
resolution 186 (1964) for a further period ending on
15 December 1986;

2. Requests the Secretary-General to continue his mission of good offices, to keep the Security Council informed
of the progress made and to submit a report on the implementation of the present resolution by 30 November 1986:

3. Calls upon all the parties concerned to continue to
co-operate with the Force on the basis of the present mandate

Adopted unanimously at the
2688th meeting.

63 Ibid., documents S/18102 and Add 1 and 2.

Security Council resolution 585 (1986) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus]

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Complaint by Angola against South Africa


Resolution 586 (1986)
of 18 July 1986

The Security Council,

Recalling its resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978),
501 (1982), 508 (1982), 509 (1982) and 520 (1982), as well
as all its resolutions on the situation in Lebanon,

Having studied the report of the Secretary-General on
the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon of 17 June
and 10 July 1986 15 and taking note of the observations expressed therein,

Taking note of the letter of the Permanent Representative of Lebanon addressed to the Secretary-General of
7 July 1986, 16

Responding to the request of the Government of Lebanon,

1. Decides to extend the present mandate of the
United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon for a further interim period of six months, that is, until! 19 January 1987;

2. Reiterates its strong support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Lebanon within
its internationally recognized boundaries;

3. Re-emphasizes the terms of reference and general
guidelines of the Force as stated in the report of the Secretary-General of 19 March 1978,8 approved by resolution
426 (1978), and calls upon all parties concerned to cooperate fully with the Force for the full implementation of
its mandate;

4. Reiterates that the Force should fully implement its
mandate as defined in resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978)
and all other relevant resolutions:

5. Requests the Secretary-General to continue consultations with the Government of Lebanon and other parties
directly concerned on the implementation of the present
resolution and to report ‘o the Security Council thereon.

Adopted unanimously at the
2699th meeting,

15 Ibid., Supplement for April. May and June 1986, document
S/18164, and ibid., Supplement for July, August and September 1986,
document S/18164/Add. 1.
16 Ibid., document S/18202.

Security Council resolution 586 (1986) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon]


1986 Letter from Nicaragua (Nicaragua)

Letter dated 22 July 1986 from the Permanent Representative of Nicaragua to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/18230)


Resolution 587 (1986)
of 23 September 1986

The Security Council,

Recalling its resolutions 425 (1978) and 426 (1978), as
well as its resolutions 511 (1982), 519 (1982) and
523 (1982) and all the resolutions relating to the United
Nations Interim Force in Lebanon,

Recalling the mandate entrusted to the Force by resolution 425 (1978) and the guidelines of the Force set forth in
the report of the Secretary-General dated 19 March 1978 8
and approved in resolution 426 (1978),

Further recalling its resolutions 508 (1982), 509 (1982)
and 520 (1982), as well as all its other resolutions relating
to the situation in Lebanon,

Solemnly reaffirming that it firmly supports the unity,
territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of
Lebanon within its internationally recognized boundaries.

Deeply grieved over the tragic loss of human life and indignant at the harassment and attacks to which the soldiers of the Force are being subjected,

Recalling in this connection the statement made on
5 September 1986 by the President of the Council on its
behalf, 18

Expressing its concern at the new obstacles to the free
dom of movement of the Force and at the threats fo its
security,

Noting with regret that the Force, whose mandate has
been renewed for the twenty-first time, has so far been pre
vented from fulfilling the task entrusted to if.

Recalling its resolutions 444 (1979), 450 (1979)
489 (1979), 474 (1980), 483 (1980) and 488 (1981), in
which it expressed its determination, in the event of continuing obstruction of the mandate of the Force, to examine practical ways and means to secure full and unconditonal implementation of resolution 425 (1978),

Emphasizing is conviction that this deterioration of the
Situation constitutes a challenge to its authority and its
resolutions,

1. Condemns in the strongest terms the attacks com
milted against the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon;

2. Expresses indignation at the support which such
criminal actions may receive;

3. Pays homage to the courage, spirit of discipline and
composure of the soldiers of the Force;

4. Lakes note of the report of the Secretary-General
prepared after the recent mission by his representative in
the region, 20 particularly the paragraphs relating to the
security of the Force and the withdrawal of Israel multtary forces from southern Lebanon;

5. Takes note of the preliminary security measures decided on by the Secretary-General and requests him to
take any further measures needed to enhance the security
Of the men of the Force in their peace mission;

6. Urges all the parties concerned to co-operate unreservedly with the Force in the fulfilment of tts mandate.

7, Again calls for an end in southern Lebanon to any
military presence which is not accepted by the Lebanese
authorities:

8. Requests the Secretary-General to make the necessary arrangements for a deployment of the Force to the
southern border of Lebanon, and solemnly calls on all the
parties concerned to co-operate in the achievement of that
objective;

9. Requests the Secretary-General to report to i
within twenty-one days on the application of this resolution.

Adopted at the 2708th meeting
by 14 votes to none. with 1 abstention (United States of America)

Security Council resolution 587 (1986) [on security of the personnel of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon]

UN Interim Force in Lebanon|PEACEKEEPING OPERATIONS|LEBANON|MIDDLE EAST SITUATION|STAFF SECURITY


Resolution 588 (1986)
of 8 October 1986

The Security Council,

Having considered the question entitled “The situation
between Iran and Iraq”,

Noting that the Council has been seized with this question for over six years and that decisions have been taken
thereon,

Deeply alarmed about the prolongation and intensification of the conflict resulting in heavy losses of human lives
and considerable material damage and endangering international peace and security,

Noting the obligation of Member States to refrain in
their international relations from the threat or use of force
against the territorial integrity or political independence
of any State, or from acting in any other manner inconsistent with the purposes of the United Nations,

Recalling the provisions of the Charter of the United
Nations and in particular the obligation of all Member
States to settle their international disputes by peaceful
means in such a manner that international peace and
security and justice are not endangered,

Recalling further that, under the Charter, Member
States have conferred on the Security Council primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace
and security and to this end have agreed to accept the role
of the Security Council in the settlement of disputes,

Commending the efforts of the Secretary-General in the
search for a peaceful settlement of the conflict,

1. Calls upon the Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq to
implement fully and without delay resolution 582 (1986)
adopted unanimously on 24 February 1986;

2. Requests the Secretary-General to intensify his efforts with the parties to give effect to the above-mentioned
resolution and to report to the Council no later than
30 November 1986,

3. Decides to meet again to consider the report of the
Secretary-General and the conditions for the establishment of a durable peace between the two countries in conformity with the Charter of the United Nations and the
principles of justice and international law.

Adopted unanimously at the
2773th meeting

Security Council resolution 588 (1986) [on implementation of resolution 582 (1986) on the armed conflict between Iraq and the Islamic Republic of Iran]

ARMED CONFLICTS|IRAN (ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF)|IRAQ|DISPUTE SETTLEMENT


Resolution 589 (1986)
of 10 October 1986

The Security Council,
Having considered the question of the recommendation for the appointment of the
Secretary-General of the United Nations,
Recommends to the General Assembly that Mr. Javier Perez de Cuellar be appointed Secretary-General of the United Nations for a second term of office from
1 January 1987 te 31 December 1991.

Adopted unanimously at the
2714th (closed) meeting

Security Council resolution 589 (1986) [on appointment of Javier Pérez de Cuéllar as Secretary-General of the United Nations]

S/41 [51] UN. SECRETARY-GENERAL--APPOINTMENT

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1986 Letter from Nicaragua (Nicaragua)

Letter dated 17 October 1986 from the Permanent Representative of Nicaragua to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/18415)


Resolution 590 (1986)
of 26 November 1986

The Security Council.

Having considered the report of the Secretary-General
on the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force, 24
Decides:

(a) To call upon the parties concerned to implement
immediately Security Council resolution 338 (1973);

(b) To renew the mandate of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force for another period of six
months, that is, until 31 May 1987;

(c) To request the Secretary-General to submit, at the
end of this period, a report on the developments in the
situation and the measures taken to implement resolution
338 (1973).

Adopted unanimously at the
2722nd meeting

24 Ibid., document S/1843

Security Council resolution 590 (1986) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Disengagement Observer Force]


Resolution 591 (1986)
of 28 November 1986

The Security Council,

Recalling its resolution 418 (1977), in which it decided open mandatory arms embargo against South Africa.
Recalling its resolution 421 (1977), by which it entrusted a committee consisting of all the members of the
Council with the task of, among other things, studying
ways and means by which the mandatory arms embargo
could be made more effective against South Africa and to
make recommendations to the Council,

Recalling its resolution 473 (1980) on the question of
South Africa,

Recalling the 1980 report of the Security Council Committee established by resolution 421 (1977) concerning the
question of South Africa on ways and means of making
the mandatory arms embargo against South Africa more
effective, 70

Recalling resolution 558 (1984), in which all States
were requested to refrain from importing arms, ammunition of all types and military vehicles produced in South
Africa,

Recalling further resolution 473 (1980), by which the
Security Council requested the Security Council Committee established by resolution 421 (1977) to redouble its efforts to secure full implementation of the arms embargo
against South Africa by recommending measures to close
all loopholes in the arms embargo, reinforce it and make it
more comprehensive,

Reaffirming its recognition of the legitimacy of the
struggle of the South African people for the elimination of
apartheid and the establishment of a democratic society in
accordance with their inalienable human and political
rights as set forth in the Charter of the United Nations and
the Universal Declaration of Human Rights,

Strongly condemning the racist régime of South Africa
for further aggravating the situation and its massive
repression against all opponents of apartheid, for the killing of peaceful demonstrators and political detainees, and
for its defiance of General Assembly and Security Council
resolutions, in particular Security Council resolution
417 (1977),

Reaffirming its resolution 418 (1977) and stressing the
continuing need for strict application of all its provisions,

Mindful of its responsibilities under the Charter for the
maintenance of international peace and security,

1. Urges States to take steps to ensure that components of embargoed items do not reach the South African
military establishment and police through third countries;

2. Calls upon States to prohibit the export of spare
parts for embargoed aircraft and other military equipment
belonging to South Africa and any official involvement in
the maintenance and service of such equipment:

3. Urges all States to prohibit the export to South
Africa of items which they have reason to believe are destined for the military and/or police forces of South Africa.
have a military capacity and are intended for military purposes, namely, aircraft, aircraft engines, aircraft parts,
electronic and telecommunication equipment, computers
and four-wheel drive vehicles;

4. Requests of all States that henceforth the term
“arms and related materiel! referred to in resolution
418 (1977) shall include, in addition to all nuclear, strategic and conventional weapons, all military, paramilitary
police vehicles and equipment, as well as weapons and ammunitions, spare parts and supplies for the aforementioned and the sale or transfer thereof;

8. Requests all States to implement strictly its resolution 418 (1977) and to retrain from any co-operation in the
nuclear field with South Africa which will contribute to
the manufacture and development by South Africa of nuclear weapons or nuclear explosive devices:

6. Renews its request to all States to refrain from importing arms, ammunition of all types and military vehicles produced in South Africa;

7 Calls upon all States to prohibit the import or entry
of all South African armaments for display in international fairs and exhibitions under their jurisdiction;

8. Further calls upon States which have not done so to
put an end to exchanges as well as to visits and exchanges
of visits by government personnel, when such visits and
exchanges maintain or increase South Africa’s military or
police capabilities:

9. Further calls upon all States to refrain from participating in any activities in South Africa which they have
reason to believe might contribute to its military capability;

10. Requests all States to ensure that their national
legislation or comparable policy directives guarantee that
specific provisions to implement resolution 418 (1977) include penalties to deter violations;

11. Further requests all States to adopt measures to investigate violations, prevent future circumventions and
strengthen their machinery for the implementation of
resolution 418 (1977) with a view to the effective monitoring and verification of transfers of arms and other equipment in violation of the arms embargo;

12. Further requests all States, including States non-members of the United Nations, to act in accordance with
the provisions of the present resolution;

13. Further requests the Security Council Committee
established by resolution 421 (1977) concerning the question of South Africa, in pursuance of resolution
418 (1977), to continue its efforts to secure full implementation of the arms embargo against South Africa in order
to make it more effective;

14. Further requests the Secretary-General to report
to the Security Council on the progress of the implementaion of the present resolution, the first report to be submitted as soon as possible but in any event no later than 30
June 1987,

15. Decides to remain seized of the matter.

Adopted by consensus at the
2723rd meeting.

Security Council resolution 591 (1986) [on the arms embargo against South Africa]

ARMS EMBARGO|AIRCRAFT|NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY|ARMS TRANSFERS|TECHNICAL COOPERATION|SOUTH AFRICA


Resolution 592 (1986)
of 8 December 1986

The Security Council,

Having considered the letter dated 4 December 1986
from the Permanent Representative of Zimbabwe to the
United Nations, in his capacity as the Chairman of the Coordinating Bureau of the Movement of Non-Aligned
Countries, contained in document S/18501,

Recalling the Geneva Convention relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War, of 12 August 1949 30

Seriously concerned about the situation in the Palestinian and other Arab territories occupied by Israel since
1967, including Jerusalem,

Bearing in mind the specific status of Jerusalem,

1. Reaffirms that the Geneva Convention relative to
the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War 1s applicable to the Palestinian and other Arab territories occupied by Israel since 1967, including Jerusalem:

2. Strongly deplores the opening of fire by the Israeli
army resulting in the death and the wounding of defenceless students:

3. Calls upon Israel to abide immediately and scrupulously by the Geneva Convention relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War;

4. Further calls upon Israel to release any person or
persons detained as a result of the recent events at Bir Zeit
University in violation of the above-mentioned Geneva
Convention;

5. Also calls on all concerned parties to exercise maximum restraint, to avoid violent acts and to contribute
towards the establishment of peace;

6. Requests the Secretary-General to report to the
Council on the implementation of the present resolution
not later than 20 December 1986.

Adopted at the 2727th meeting
by 14 votes to none. with ] abstention (United States of America)

30 United Nations, treaty Series, vol. 78, No. 973, p. 287

Security Council resolution 592 (1986) [on Israeli policy towards Palestinians in the occupied territories]

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Northern America|Sub-Saharan Africa|Western Asia

Israel|Palestine, State of|United States|Zimbabwe


Resolution 593 (1986)
of 11 December 1986

The Security Council,

Taking note of the report of the Secretary-General on
the United Nations operation in Cyprus of 2 and
10 December 1986, 65

Noting the recommendation by the Secretary-General
that the Security Council extend the stationing of the
United Nations Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus for a further period of six months,

Noting also that the Government of Cyprus has agreed
that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it isnecessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond 15 December 1986,

Reaffirming the provisions of resolution [86 (1964) and
other relevant resolutions,

1. Extends once more the stationing m Cyprus of the
United Nations Peace-keeping Force established under
resolution 186 (1964) for a further period ending on
15 June 1987;

2 Requests the Secretary -General to continue his mission of good offices, to keep the Security Council informed
of the progress made and to submit a report on the implementation of the present resolution by 31 May 1987;

3. Calls upon all the parties concerned fo continue to
cooperate with the Force on the basis of the present mandate.

Adopted unanimously at the

2729the meeting

65 Ibid documents S/18491 and Add. 1.

Security Council resolution 593 (1986) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus]


Resolution 594 (1987)
of 15 January 1987

The Security Council,

Recalling its resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978), 501
(1982), 508 (1982), 509 (1982) and 520 (1982), as well as
all its resolutions on the situation in Lebanon.

Having studied the report of the Secretary-General on the
United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon of 12 January
1987, 3 and taking note of the observations expressed
therein,

Taking note of the letter dated 6 January 1987 from the
Permanent Representative of Lebanon to the United Nations
addressed to the Secretary-General, 4

Responding to the request of the Government of
Lebanon,

1. Decides to extend the present mandate of the United
Nations Interim Force in Lebanon for a further interim
period of six months and twelve days, that is. until 31 July
1987;

2. Reiterates its strong support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Lebanon within its
internationally recognized boundaries;

3. Re-emphasizes the terms of reference and general
guidelines of the Force as stated in the report of the
Secretary-General of 19 March 1978,* approved by resolution 426 (1978), and calls upon all parties concerned to cooperate fully with the Force for the full implementation of
its mandate;

4. Reiterates that the Force should fully implement its
mandate as defined in resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978)
and all other relevant resolutions;

5. Requests the Secretary-General to continue consultations with the Government of Lebanon and other parties
directly concerned on the implementation of the present
resolution and to report to the Security Council thereon.

Adopted unanimously at the
273 1st meeting.

3 Ibid., document S/18581 and Corr. 1 and Add. 1.
4 Ibid., document S/18580.

Security Council resolution 594 (1987) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon]


South Africa


Resolution 595 (1987)
of 27 March 1987

The Security Council,

Noting with regret the death of Judge Guy Ladreit de Lacharriére on 10 March 1987,

Noting further that a vacancy in the International Court of Justice for the remainder
of the term of office of the deceased judge has thus occurred and must be filled in
accordance with the terms of the Statute of the Court,

Noting that, in accordance with Article 14 of the Statute, the date of the election to
fill this vacancy shall be fixed by the Security Council,

Decides that the election to fill the vacancy shall take place on 14 September 1987 at

a meeting of the Security Council and at a meeting of the General Assembly at its fortyfirst session.

Adopted unanimously at the
2739th meeting.

Security Council resolution 595 (1987) [on election of members of the International Court of Justice]

ICJ > Members|JUDGES|APPOINTMENT OF OFFICIALS


Namibia


Resolution 596 (1987)
of 29 May 1987

The Security Council,

Having considered the report of the Secretary-General on
the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force. 9

Decides:

(a) To call upon the parties concerned to implement
immediately Security Council resolution 338 (1973);

(b) To renew the mandate of the United Nations
Disengagement Observer Force for another period of six
months, that is, until 30 November 1987;

(c) To request the Secretary-General to submit, at the
end of this period, a report on the developments in the
situation and the measures taken to implement resolution
338 (1973).

Adopted unanimously at the
2748th meeting.

9 Ibid., document S/18868.

Security Council resolution 596 (1987) [on renewal of the mandate of the UN Disengagement Observer Force]

S/42 [18] UN DISENGAGEMENT OBSERVER FORCE


Resolution 597 (1987)
of 12 June 1987

The Security Council,

Taking note of the report of the Secretary-General on the
United Nations operation in Cyprus of 29 May 1987, 57

Noting the recommendation by the Secretary-General that
the Security Council extend the stationing of the United
Nations Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus for a further period
of six months,

Noting also that the Government of Cyprus has agreed
that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it is
necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond [5 June
1987,

Reaffirming the provisions of resolution 186 (1964) and
other relevant resolutions,

1. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the
United Nations Peace-keeping Force established under
resolution 186 (1964) for a further period ending on 15
December 1987;

2. Requests the Secretary-General to continue his mission of good offices, to keep the Security Council informed
of the progress made and to submit a report on the
implementation of the present resolution by 30 November
1987;

3. Calls upon all the parties concerned to continue to
co-operate with the Force on the basis of the present
mandate.

Adopted unanimously at the
27491h meeting.

57 Ibid., document S/18880 and Add. 1.

Security Council resolution 597 (1987) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus]


Resolution 598 (1987)
of 20 July 1987

The Security Council,

Reaffirming its resolution 582 (1986),
Deeply concerned that, despite its calls for a cease-fire,

the conflict between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq
continues unabated, with further heavy loss of human life
and material destruction,

Deploring the initiation and continuation of the conflict,
Deploring also the bombing of purely civilian population
centres, attacks on neutral shipping or civilian aircraft, the
violation of international humanitarian law and other laws
of armed conflict, and, in particular, the use of chemical
weapons contrary to obligations under the 1925 Geneva
Protocol, 28

Deeply concerned that further escalation and widening of
the conflict may take place,

Determined to bring to an end all military actions
between Iran and Iraq,

Convinced that a comprehensive, just, honourable and
durable settlement should be achieved between Iran and
Iraq,

Recalling the provisions of the Charter of the United
Nations, and in particular the obligation of all Member
States to settle their international disputes by peaceful
means in such a manner that international peace and
security and justice are not endangered,

Determining that there exists a breach of the peace as
regards the conflict between Iran and Iraq,

Acting under Articles 39 and 40 of the Charter,

1. Demands that, as a first step towards a negotiated
settlement, the Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq observe an
immediate cease-fire, discontinue all military actions on
land, at sea and in the air, and withdraw all forces to the
internationally recognized boundaries without delay:

2. Requests the Secretary-General to dispatch a team of
United Nations observers to verify, confirm and supervise
the cease-fire and withdrawal and further requests the
Secretary-General to make the necessary arrangements in
consultation with the Parties and to submit a report thereon
to the Security Council;

3. Urges that prisoners-of-war be released and repatriated without delay after the cessation of active hostilities
in accordance with the Third Geneva Convention of
12 August 1949; 31

4. Calls upon Iran and Iraq to co-operate with the
Secretary-General in implementing this resolution and in
mediation efforts to achieve a comprehensive, just and
honourable settlement, acceptable to both sides. of all
outstanding issues, in accordance with the principles contained in the Charter of the United Nations;

5. Calls upon all other States to exercise the utmost
restraint and to refrain from any act which may lead to
further escalation and widening of the conflict. and thus to
facilitate the implementation of the present resolution:

6. Requests the Secretary-General to explore, in consultation with Iran and Iraq, the question of entrusting an
impartial body with inquiring into responsibility for the
conflict and to report to the Council as soon as possible;

7. Recognizes the magnitude of the damage inflicted
during the conflict and the need for reconstruction efforts,
with appropriate international assistance, once the conflict
is ended and, in this regard, requests the Secretary-General
to assign a team of experts to study the question of
reconstruction and to report to the Council:

8. Further requests the Secretary-General to examine,
in consultation with Iran and Iraq and with other States of
the region, measures to enhance the security and stability of
the region;

9. Requests the Secretary-General to keep the Council
informed on the implementation of this resolution;

10. Decides to meet again as necessary to consider
further steps to ensure compliance with this resolution.

Adopted unanimously at the
2750th meeting.

31 United Nations, Treaty Series, vol. 75, No. 972.

Security Council resolution 598 (1987) [requesting the Secretary-General to dispatch observers to supervise the cease-fire between Iraq and the Islamic Republic of Iran]

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Resolution 599 (1987)
of 31 July 1987

The Security Council,

Recalling its resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978), 501
(1982), 508 (1982), 509 (1982) and 520 (1982), as well as
all its resolutions on the situation in Lebanon,

Having studied the report of the Secretary-General on the
United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon of 24 July 1987, 12
and taking note of the observations expressed therein,

Taking note of the letter dated 16 July 1987 from the
Permanent Representative of Lebanon to the United Nations
addressed to the Secretary-General, 12

Responding to the request of the Government of
Lebanon,

1. Decides to extend the present mandate of the United
Nations Interim Force in Lebanon for a further period of six
months, that is, until 31 January 1988;

2. Reiterates its strong support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Lebanon within its
internationally recognized boundaries;

3. Re-emphasizes the terms of reference and general
guidelines of the Force as stated in the report of the
Secretary-General of 19 March 1978,* approved by resolution 426 (1978), and calls upon all parties concerned to cooperate fully with the Force for the full implementation of
its mandate;

4. Reiterates that the Force should fully implement its
mandate as defined in resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978)
and all other relevant resolutions;

5. Requests the Secretary-General to continue consultations with the Government of Lebanon and other parties
directly concerned on the implementation of the present
resolution and to report to the Security Council thereon.

Adopted unanimously at the
2751st meeting.

12 Ibid., document S/18990.
13 Ibid., document S/18999.

Security Council resolution 599 (1987) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon]


Resolution 600 (1987)
of 19 October 1987

The Security Council,

Recommends that the General Assembly, in accordance with Article 93, paragraph 2,
of the Charter of the United Nations, determine the conditions on which the Republic of
Nauru may become a party to the Statute of the International Court of Justice, as follows:

The Republic of Nauru will become a party to the Statute on the date of the
deposit with the Secretary-General of the United Nations as an instrument, signed on
behalf of the Government of the Republic and ratified as may be required by the
constitutional law of the Republic of Nauru, containing:

(a) Acceptance of the provisions of the Statute of the International Court of
Justice;

(b) Acceptance of all the obligations of a Member of the United Nations under
Article 94 of the Charter;

(c) An undertaking to contribute to the expenses of the Court such equitable
amount as the General Assembly shall assess from time to time, after consultation
with the Government of the Republic of Nauru.

Adopted unanimously at the
2754th meeting.

Security Council resolution 600 (1987) [on the conditions under which Nauru might become a party to the Statute of the International Court of Justice]

ICJ|Statute of the International Court of Justice (1945)|NAURU|CONSTITUTIONAL LAW|NAURU|BUDGET CONTRIBUTIONS


Resolution 601 (1987)
of 30 October 1987

The Security Council,

Having considered the reports of the Secretary-General of
31 March 52 and 27 October 1987, 53

Having heard the statement by the President of the United
Nations Council for Namibia, 54

Having also considered the statement by Mr. Theo-Ben
Gurirab, 54 Secretary for Foreign Affairs of the South West
Africa People’s Organization,

Recalling General Assembly resolutions 1514 (XV) of 14
December 1960 and 2145 (XXI) of 27 October 1966 as well
as resolution S-14/1 of 20 September 1986,

Recalling and reaffirming its resolutions 269 (1969), 276
(1970), 301 (1971), 385 (1976), 431 (1978), 432 (1978).
435 (1978), 439 (1978), 532 (1983). 539 (1983). and 566
(1985),

1. Strongly condemns racist South Africa for its continued illegal occupation of Namibia and its stubborn
refusal to comply with the resolutions and decisions of the
Security Council, in particular resolutions 385 (1976) and
435 (1978);

2. Reaffirms the legal and direct responsibility of the
United Nations over Namibia;

3. Affirms that all outstanding issues relevant to the
implementation of its resolution 435 (1978) have now been
resolved as stated in the Secretary-General's reports of 31
March and 27 October 1987;

4. Welcomes the expressed readiness of the South West
Africa People’s Organization to sign and observe a cease-fire agreement with South Africa, in order to pave the way
for the implementation of resolution 435 (1978);

5. Decides to authorize the Secretary-General to proceed to arrange a cease-fire between South Africa and the
South West Africa People’s Organization in order to
undertake the administrative and other practical steps
necessary for the emplacement of the United Nations
Transition Assistance Group;

6. Urges States Members of the United Nations to
render all the necessary practical assistance to the Secretary-General and his staff in the implementation of the present
resolution;

7. Requests the Secretary-General to report to the
Security Council on the progress in the implementation of
the present resolution and to submit his report as soon as
possible;

8. Decides to remain seized of the matter.

Adopted at the 2759th meeting by
14 votes to none, with 1 abstention (United States of America).

52 Official Records of the Security Council, Forty-second Year, Supplement for January, February and March 1987, document S/18767.
53 Ibid., Supplement for October. November and December 1987,
document S/19234.
54 Ibid., Forty-second Year, 2755th meeting.

Security Council resolution 601 (1987) [authorizing the Secretary-General to arrange a cease-fire between South Africa and SWAPO]

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Resolution 603 (1987)
of 25 November 1987

The Security Council,

Having considered the report of the Secretary-General on
the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force, 15

Decides:
(a) To call upon the parties concerned to implement
immediately Security Council resolution 338 (1973);

(b) To renew the mandate of the United Nations
Disengagement Observer Force for another period of six
months, that is, until 31 May 1988;

(c) To request the Secretary-General to submit, at the
end of this period, a report on the developments in the
situation and the measures taken to implement resolution
338 (1973).

Adopted unanimously at the
2769th meeting.

15 Ibid., document S/19263.

Security Council resolution 603 (1987) [on renewal of the mandate of the UN Disengagement Observer Force]

UN Disengagement Observer Force|PEACEKEEPING OPERATIONS|MIDDLE EAST|MIDDLE EAST SITUATION


Resolution 602 (1987)
of 25 November 1987

The Security Council,

Having considered the request by the Permanent Representative of the People’s Republic of Angola to the United
Nations contained in document S/19278 of 19 November
1987,

Having heard the statement by Mr. Venancio de Moura,
Vice-Minister for External Relations of the People’s Republic of Angola, 64

Gravely concerned at the continuing acts of aggression
committed by the racist régime of South Africa against
Angola,

Deeply concerned at the tragic loss of human life and the
destruction of property resulting from such acts,

Further gravely concerned at racist South Africa’s persistent violation of the sovereignty, airspace and territorial
integrity of Angola.

Recalling its resolutions 387 (1976), 428 (1978), 447
(1979), 454 (1979), 475 (1980), 545 (1983), 546 (1984),
567 (1985), 571 (1985), 574 (1985) and 577 (1985),

Gravely concerned also that the pursuance of these acts
of aggression against Angola constitutes a serious threat to
international peace and security,

Indignant at the illegal entry into Angola by the head of
the racist South African régime and some of his Ministers,

Conscious of the urgent need to take immediate and
effective steps for the prevention and removal of all threats
to international peace and security posed by South Africa’s
acts of aggression,

1. Strongly condemns the racist régime of South Africa
for its continued and intensified acts of aggression against
the People’s Republic of Angola, as well as its continuing
occupation of parts of that State, which constitute a flagrant
violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of
Angola;

2. Strongly condemns the illegal entry into Angola by
the head of the racist South African régime and some of his
Ministers, in flagrant violation of Angola’s territorial
integrity and sovereignty;
3. Strongly condemns South Africa for its utilization of
the Territory of Namibia as a springboard for acts of
aggression and destabilization of Angola;

4. Demands once again that South Africa cease immediately its acts of aggression against Angola and unconditionally withdraw all its forces occupying Angolan territory.
as well as scrupulously respect the sovereignty, airspace,
territorial integrity and independence of Angola;

5. Decides to mandate the Secretary-General to monitor
the withdrawal of the South African military forces from the
territory of Angola and to report to the Security Council on
the implementation of the present resolution not later than
10 December 1987;

6. Calls upon all Member States to co-operate with the
Secretary-General in the implementation of the present
resolution and to refrain from any action which would
undermine the independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of Angola;

7. Decides to meet again on receipt of the Secretary-General’s report with regard to the implementation of the
present resolution;

8. Decides to remain seized of the matter.

Adopted unanimously at the
2767th meeting.

64 Official Records of the Security Council, Forty-second Year, 27634rd
meeting.

Security Council resolution 602 (1987) [on South Africa's military activities against Angola]

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Resolution 604 (1987)
of 14 December 1987

The Security Council,

Taking note of the report of the Secretary-General on the
United Nations Operation in Cyprus of 30 November
1987, 59

Noting the recommendation by the Secretary-General that
the Security Council extend the stationing of the United
Nations Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus for a further period
of six months,

Noting also that the Government of Cyprus has agreed
that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it is
necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond 15 December
1987,

Reaffirming the provisions of resolution 186 (1964) and
other relevant resolutions,

1. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the
United Nations Peace-keeping Force established under
resolution !86 (1964) for a further period ending on 15 June
1988:

2. Requests the Secretary-General to continue his mission of good offices, to keep the Security Council informed
of the progress made and to submit a report on the
implementation of the present resolution by 31 May 1988;

3. Calls upon all the parties concerned to continue to
co-operate with the Force on the basis of the present
mandate.

Adopted unanimously at the
2771st meeting.

15 Ibid., document S/19304 and Add.1.

Security Council resolution 604 (1987) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus]


Resolution 605 (1987)
of 22 December 1987

The Security Council,
Having considered the letter dated 11 December 1987
from the Permanent Representative of Democratic Yemen to
the United Nations. 19 in his capacity as Chairman of the
Group of Arab States at the United Nations for the month of
December,

Bearing in mind the inalienable rights of all peoples
recognized by the Charter of the United Nations and
proclaimed by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 20

Recalling its relevant resolutions on the situation in the
Palestinian and other Arab territories, occupied by Israel
since 1967, including Jerusalem, and including its resolutions 446 (1979), 465 (1980), 497 (1981) and 592 (1986).

Recalling also the Geneva Convention relative to the
Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War, of 12 August
1949, 21

Gravely concerned and alarmed by the deteriorating
situation in Palestinian and other Arab territories occupied
by Israel since 1967, including Jerusalem.

Taking into account the need to consider measures for the
impartial protection of the Palestinian civilian population
under Israeli occupation,

Considering that the current policies and practices of
Israel, the occupying Power, in the occupied territories are
bound to have grave consequences for the endeavours to
achieve comprehensive, just and lasting peace in the Middle
East, ;

1. Strongly deplores those policies and practices of
Israel, the occupying Power, which violate the human rights
of the Palestinian people in the occupied territories, and in
particular the opening of fire by the Israeli army, resulting in
the killing and wounding of defenceless Palestinian civilians;

2. Reaffirms that the Geneva Convention relative to the
Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War, of 12 August
1949, is applicable to the Palestinian and other Arab
territories occupied by Israel since 1967, including
Jerusalem;

3. Calls once again upon Israel, the occupying Power,
to abide immediately and scrupulously by the Geneva
Convention relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in
Time of War, and to desist forthwith from its policies and
practices that are in violation of the provisions of the
Convention;

4. Calls furthermore for the exercise of maximum
restraint to contribute towards the establishment of peace;

5. Stresses the urgent need to reach a just. durable and
peaceful settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict;

6. Requests the Secretary-General to examine the present situation in the occupied territories by all means
available to him, and to submit a report no later than
20 January 1988 containing his recommendations on ways
and means for ensuring the safety and protection of the
Palestinian civilians under Israeli occupation:

7. Decides to keep the situation in the Palestinian and
other Arab territories occupied by Israel since 1967,
including Jerusalem, under review.

Adopted at the 2777th meeting by
14 votes to none, with 1 abstention (United States of America).

19 Official Records of the Security Council, Forty-second Year. Supplement for October, November and December 1987, document S/19333.
20 General Assembly resolution 217A (III).

21 United Nations, Treaty Series, vol. 75. No. 973.

Security Council resolution 605 (1987) [on protection of Palestinian civilians under Israel occupation]

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Israel|Palestine, State of|United States|Yemen


Resolution 606 (1987)
of 23 December 1987

The Security Council,

Recalling its resolution 602 (1987), which, inter alia,
mandated the Secretary-General to monitor the withdrawal
of the South African military forces from the territory of the
People’s Republic of Angola and to report thereon to the
Security Council,

Taking note of the report of the Secretary-General. 65

Gravely concerned at the continued occupation by the
South African military forces of parts of the territory of
Angola,

1. Strongly condemns the racist régime of South Africa
for its continued occupation of parts of the territory of the
People’s Republic of Angola and for its delay in withdrawing its troops from that State;

2. Requests the Secretary-General to continue monitoring the total withdrawal of the South African military
forces from the territory of Angola, with a view to obtaining
from South Africa a time-frame for total withdrawal as well
as confirmation of its completion;

3. Requests the Secretary-General to report to the
Security Council on the implementation of this resolution at
the earliest date;

4. Decides to remain seized of this matter.
Adopted unanimously at the 2778th meeting.

65 Ibid., Forty-second Year. Supplement for October. November and
December 1987, document S/19359.

Security Council resolution 606 (1987) [on withdrawal of South African military forces from Angola]

TROOP WITHDRAWAL|ANGOLA|SOUTH AFRICA|ANGOLA SITUATION


Resolution 607 (1988)
of 5 January 1988

The Security Council,
Recalling its resolution 605 (1987) of 22 December 1987,

Expressing grave concern over the situation in the
occupied Palestinian territories,

Having been apprised of the decision of Israel, the
occupying Power, to “continue the deportation” of Palestinian civilians in the occupied territories,

Recalling the Geneva Convention relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War, of 12 August 1949,
and in particular articles 47 and 49 of same,

1. Reaffirms once again that the Geneva Convention
relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of
War, of 12 August 1949, is applicable to Palestinian and
other Arab territories occupied by Israel since 1967.
including Jerusalem;

2. Calls upon Israel to refrain from deporting any
Palestinian civilians from the occupied territories;

3. Strongly requests Israel, the occupying Power, to
abide by its obligations arising from the Convention,

4. Decides to keep the situation in the Palestinian and
other Arab territories occupied by Israel since 1967,
including Jerusalem, under review.

Adopted unanimously at the
2780th meeting.

Security Council resolution 607 (1988) [on the deportation of Palestinian civilians from the occupied Arab territories]

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Resolution 608 (1988)
of 14 January 1988

The Security Council,
Reaffirming its resolution 607 (1988) of 5 January 1988,

Expressing its deep regret that Israel, the occupying
Power, has, in defiance of that resolution, deported Palestinian civilians,

1. Calls upon Israel to rescind the order to deport
Palestinian civilians and to ensure the safe and immediate
return to the occupied Palestinian territories of those already
deported;

2. Requests that Israel desist forthwith from deporting any other Palestinian civilians from the occupied
territories;

3. Decides to keep the situation in the Palestinian and
other Arab territories occupied by Israel since 1967,
including Jerusalem, under review.

Adopted at the 2781st meeting by
14 votes to none, with 1 abstention (United States of America).

Security Council resolution 608 (1988) [on the deportation of Palestinian civilians by Israel]

DEPORTATION|ISRAEL|PALESTINIANS|TERRITORIES OCCUPIED BY ISRAEL|PALESTINE QUESTION|REPATRIATION

Israel|Palestine, State of|United States


Middle East (Lebanon)


Resolution 609 (1988)
of 29 January 1988

The Security Council,

Recalling its resolutions 425 (1978) and 426 (1978) of 19
March 1978, 501 (1982) of 25 February 1982, 508 (1982)
of 5 June 1982, 509 (1982) of 6 June 1982 and 520 (1982)
of 17 September 1982, as well as all its resolutions on the
Situation in Lebanon,

Having studied the report of the Secretary-General on the
United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon of 22 January
1988,’ and taking note of observations expressed therein,

Taking note of the letter dated 20 January 1988 from the
Permanent Representative of Lebanon to the United Nations
addressed to the Secretary-General, 12

Responding to the request of the Government of
Lebanon,

1. Decides to extend the present mandate of the United
Nations Interim Force in Lebanon for a further interim
period of six months, that is, until 31 July 1988;

2. Reiterates its strong support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Lebanon within its
internationally recognized boundaries;

3. Re-emphasizes the terms of reference and general
guidelines of the Force as stated in the report of the
Secretary-General of 19 March 1978, 13 approved by resolution 426 (1978), and calls upon all parties concerned to cooperate fully with the Force for the full implementation of
its mandate;

4. Reiterates that the Force should fully implement its
mandate as defined in resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978)
and all other relevant resolutions;

5. Requests the Secretary-General to continue consultations with the Government of Lebanon and other parties
directly concerned on the implementation of the present
resolution and to report to the Security Council thereon.

Adopted unanimously at the
2788th meeting.

12 Ibid., document S/19440.
13 Official Records of the Security Council, Thirty-third Year, Supplement
for January, February and March 1978, document S/12611.

Security Council resolution 609 (1988) [on extension of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon]

UN Interim Force in Lebanon|PEACEKEEPING OPERATIONS|LEBANON|MIDDLE EAST SITUATION


Occupied Arab territories


South Africa


Resolution 610 (1988)
of 16 March 1988

The Security Council,

Recalling its resolutions 503 (1982) of 9 April 1982, 525
(1982) of 7 December 1982, 533 (1983) of 7 June 1983 and
547 (1984) of 13 January 1984 in which, inter alia, it
expressed its grave concern that the Pretoria régime’s
practice of sentencing to death and executing its opponents
has adverse consequences on the search for a peaceful
resolution of the South African situation,

Gravely concerned at the deteriorating situation in South
Africa, the worsening human suffering resulting from the
apartheid system and, inter alia, the South African régime’s
renewed state of emergency, its imposition on 24 February
1988 of severe restrictions on eighteen anti-apartheid and
labour organizations and eighteen individuals committed to
peaceful forms of struggle and the harassment and detention
of church leaders on 29 February, all of which further
undermine the possibilities of a peaceful resolution of the
South African situation,

Having considered the question of the death sentences
passed on 12 December 1985 in South Africa on Mojalefa
Reginald Sefatsa, Reid Malebo Mokoena, Oupa Moses
Diniso, Theresa Ramashamola, Duma Joseph Khumalo and
Francis Don Mokhesi, known as the Sharpeville Six, as
eerie the decision to execute them on Friday, 18 March
1988,

Conscious that the Court proceedings of the Sharpeville
Six show that none of the six young South Africans
convicted of murder was found by the Court to have caused
the actual death of the Councillor and that they were
convicted of murder and sentenced to death only because
the Court found that they had a “common purpose” with the
actual perpetrators,

Deeply concerned at the Pretoria régime’s decision to
execute the Sharpeville Six on Friday, 18 March 1988, in
defiance of world-wide appeals,

Convinced that these executions, if carried out, will
further inflame an already grave situation in South Africa,

1. Calls upon the South African authorities to stay
execution and commute the death sentences imposed on the
Sharpeville Six;

2. Urges all States and organizations to use their
influence and take urgent measures, in conformity with the
Charter of the United Nations, the resolutions of the
Security Council and relevant internationa] instruments, to
save the lives of the Sharpeville Six.

Adopted unanimously at the
2799th meeting.

Security Council resolution 610 (1988) [on death sentences imposed on 6 South Africans]


Resolution 611 (1988)
of 25 April 1988

The Security Council,

Having considered the letter dated 19 April 1988, 59 in
which Tunisia made a complaint against Israel following the
new act of aggression committed by the latter against the
sovereignty and territorial integrity of Tunisia,

Having heard the statement by the Minister for Foreign
Affairs of Tunisia, 60

Having noted with concern that the aggression perpetrated on 16 April 1988 in the locality of Sidi Bou Said has caused loss of human life, particularly the assassination of
Mr. Khalil al-Wazir,

Recalling that in accordance with Article 2, paragraph 4,
of the Charter of the United Nations, all Member States
shall refrain in their international relations from the threat or
use of force against the territorial integrity or political
independence of any State, or acting in any other manner
inconsistent with the purposes of the United Nations,

Considering that in its resolution 573 (1985) of 4 October
1985, adopted following the act of aggression committed on
1 October 1985 by Israel against the sovereignty and
territorial integrity of Tunisia, it has condemned Israel and
has demanded that Israel refrain from perpetrating such acts
of aggression or from threatening to do so,

Gravely concerned by the act of aggression which
constitutes a serious and renewed threat to peace, security
and stability in the Mediterranean region,

1. Condemns vigorously the aggression, perpetrated on
16 April 1988 against the sovereignty and territorial
integrity of Tunisia in flagrant violation of the Charter of the
United Nations, international law and norms of conduct;

2. Urges Member States of the United Nations to take
measures to prevent such acts against the sovereignty and
territorial integrity of all States;

3. Expresses its determination to take the appropriate
steps to ensure the implementation of the present resolution;

4. Requests the Secretary-General to report urgently to
the Security Council any new elements available to him and
relating to this aggression;

5. Decides to remain seized of the matter.
Adopted at the 2810th meeting by
14 votes to none, with 1 abstention (United States of America).

59 Official Records of the Security Council, Forty-third Year, Supplement
for April, May and June 1988, document S/19798.

Security Council resolution 611 (1988) [on sovereignty and territorial integrity of Tunisia]

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Northern Africa|Northern America|Western Asia


Resolution 612 (1988)
of 9 May 1988

The Security Council,

Having considered the report of 25 April 1988 38 of the
mission dispatched by the Secretary-General to investigate
allegations of the use of chemical weapons in the conflict
between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq,

Dismayed by the mission’s conclusions that chemical
weapons continue to be used in the conflict and that their
use has been on an even more intensive scale than before,

1. Affirms the urgent necessity of strict observance of
the Protocol for the Prohibition of the Use in War of
Asphyxiating, Poisonous or Other Gases, and of Bacteriological Methods of Warfare, signed at Geneva on 17
June 1925; 39

2. Condemns vigorously the continued use of chemical
weapons in the conflict between the Islamic Republic of
Iran and Iraq contrary to the obligations under the Geneva
Protocol;

3. Expects both sides to refrain from the future use of
chemical weapons in accordance with their obligations under the Geneva Protocol;

4. Calls upon all States to continue to apply or to
establish strict control of the export to the parties to the
conflict of chemical products serving for the production of
chemical weapons;

5. Decides to remain seized of the matter and expresses
its determination to review the implementation of the
present resolution.

Adopted unanimously at the
2812th meeting.

38 Ibid. , document S/19823 and Corr. 1.
39 League of Nations, Treaty Series, vol. XCIV (1929), No. 2138.

Security Council resolution 612 (1988) [on chemical weapons use in the conflict between Iraq and the Islamic Republic of Iran]

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Resolution 613 (1988)
of 31 May 1988

The Security Council,

Having considered the report of the Secretary-General on
the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force, 18

Decides:

(a) To call upon the parties concerned to implement
immediately Security Council resolution 338 (1973) of 22
October 1973;

(b) To renew the mandate of the United Nations
Disengagement Observer Force for another period of six
months, that is, until 30 November 1988;

(c) To request the Secretary-General to submit, at the
end of this period, a report on the developments in the
situation and the measures taken to implement resolution
338 (1973).

Adopted unanimously at the
2815th meeting.

18 Official Records of the Security Council, Forty-third Year, Supplement
for Apri May and June 1988, document S/19895.

Security Council resolution 613 (1988) [on renewal of the mandate of the UN Disengagement Observer Force]

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Resolution 614 (1988)
of 15 June 1988
The Security Council,
Taking note of the report of the Secretary-General on the
United Nations operation in Cyprus of 31 May 1988, 63

Noting the recommendation by the Secretary-General that
the Security Council extend the stationing of the United
Nations Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus for a further period
of six months,

Noting also that the Government of Cyprus has agreed
that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it is
necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond 15 June
1988,

Reaffirming the provisions of resolution 186 (1964) of 4
March 1964 and other relevant resolutions,

1. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the
United Nations Peace-keeping Force established under
resolution 186 (1964) for a further period ending on 15
December 1988;

2. Requests the Secretary-General to continue his mission of good offices, to keep the Security Council informed
of the progress made and to submit a report on the
implementation of the present resolution by 30 November
1988;

3. Calls upon all the parties concerned to continue to
co-operate with the Force on the basis of the present
mandate.

Adopted unanimously at the
2816th meeting.

63 Ibid. , documents S/19927 and Add.1.

Security Council resolution 614 (1988) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus]

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