Chapter VIII

CONSIDERATION OF QUESTIONS UNDER THE COUNCIL’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF INTERNATIONAL PEACE AND SECURITY CONTENTS

PrqpC INTRODUCTORYNME ...... 97

PART I. ANALY~CAL TABLE OF MEASURES AWETED BY THE SECURITY GXJNCIL Note ...... 97

PART II Situation in Viet-Nam ...... 104 Complaint by the Government of ...... I05 Situation in Southern Rhodesia ...... 113 The Palestine question ...... 124 Complaint by the ...... 130 Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Congo ...... 131 Situation in the Middle East (I) ...... 134 Situation in the Middle East (II) ...... 146 The question of South West Africa ...... 164 Complaint by the (Pueblo incident)...... 168 Complaint by Haiti ...... 169 Question of safeguards to non-nuclear-weapon States parties to the Non-Proliferation Treaty ...... 170 Situation in ...... 171 ,-Y -2 INTRODUCTORY NOTE

The principles underlying the organization and pre- consideration by the Council. With certain exceptions, sentation of the material presented in chapters VIII-XII a summary of the case presented to the Council is given of this Supplemenf are the same as for the previous at the outset of each question, together with a summary volumes of the Repertoire. Those volumes should be of the contentions made in rebuttal. consulted for a full statement of such principles. The framework of the material for each question is Chapter VIII indicates the chain of proceedings on provided by the succession of affirmative and negative the substance of each of the questions included in the decisions within the purview of this chapter.5 Decisions report of the Security Council to the General Assembly related to the subject matter of chapters I-VI of the under the heading: “Questions considered by the Security Repertoire are, as a rule, omitted as not relevant to the Council under its responsibility for the maintenance purpose of this chapter or of the ancillary chapters X- of international peace and security”. The range of ques- XII. The decisions are entered in uniform manner. tions covers broadly those which may be deemed to fall Affirmative decisions are entered under a heading indi- under chapters VI and VII of the Charter. In chapters X, cative of the content of the decision, and negative deci- XI and XII of the Repertoire is presented ancillary mate- sions are entered under a heading indicative solely of the rial from the Official Records bearing on relevant Articles origin of the proposal or draft resolution. Affirmative of the Charter. References to the ancillary material are decisions have been reproduced in full as constitutive given at the appropriate points in the entries for each of the practice of the Council, while negative decisions question in this chapter. are indicated in summarized form. Where the negative As an outline of the proceedings of the Council in decision relates to a draft resolution in connexion with respect of the questions included in its agenda, chap- which discussion has taken place concerning the applica- ter VIII constitutes a framework within which the ancil- tion of the Charter, the text of the relevant parts of the lary legal and constitutional discussion recorded in draft resolution will in most instances bc found in chap- chapters X to XII may he considered. The chapter is, ters X-XII. therefore, an aid to the examination of the deliberations As in the previous volumes of the Repertoire, an ana- of the Council expressly related to the provisions of the lytical table of measures adopted by the Council arranged Charter within the context of the chain of proceedings broadly by type of measure has been included as part I on the agenda item. of chapter VIII. This table should be regarded as of the The questions are dealt with in the chronological order nature of an index to chapter VI I I ; and no constitutional of their inclusion in the agenda of the Council ’ and with significance should be attached to the headings adopted regard to the Palestine question, y the situation in Southern in the compilation of this table or to the inclusion of Rhodesia,3 the complaint by the Government of Cyprus,’ particular measures under the individual headings. A which were included in the Council’s agenda before the new main heading has been added at the end of the table period under review, in the order of resumption of their while the number of subheadings has been considerably expanded to include types of mcasurcs not previously 1 For a tabulation of the data on submission, see chapter X, adopted by the Council. In certain instances, subheadings part III. As indicated in the editorial note, the questions included have been modified with a view to broadening their scope m the agenda of the Council during the years 1966 and 1968 appear so as to include thereunder measures which, although under conventional short titles. varying slightly in their formulation, are substantially ’ Repertoire of the Practice of rhc Security Council, 1946-1951, similar. LW. 325-344; ibid.. Suvvlemcnt 1952-1955. DD. 110-118: ibid.. k&pplement 1956-1!358,“p. 93-105; ibid., S$p?ement 1955-1963; pp. 150-154; ibid., Supp Pcment 1964-1965. pp. 139. 140. L In a number of cases, this sequence of affirmative and negative ’ Ibid.. Supplement 19.59-1963. pp. 211-219; ibid., Supplement decisions has not occurred during the period under review due 1964-1965, pp. 143-149. to decisions having been made by consensus obtained through d Ibid.. Supplement 1959-1963, pp. 219,220; ibid., Supplement informal consultations. See also chapter I, Cases 7, I I, 12, 14. 1964-1965. pp. 108-127. 15. 17; and footnote 18 in chapter 1.

Part I

ANALYTICAL TABLE OF MEASURES ADOPTED BY THE SECURITY COUNClL

NOTE in this tabulation are restricted to a reference to the qucs- tion, the date of the decision and the serial number of AS in the previous volumes of the Repertoire, the entries the decision.

97 98 Chapter VIII. Maintenance of lntematioaal peaee and seeurlty

**I. Preliminary measures for tbe elucidation of fact Decision of 24 (resolution 248 (1968)). para. 4. II. Determination of tbe nature of tbe question D. Precautionary action. _- Situation in the Middle Fast (II): A. Determination of the existence of a dispute or situation the continuance of which is likely to endanger the maintenance Decision of 27 (resolution 250 (1968)), pre- of international peace and security. amble and para. I.

B. Determination of the existence of a threat to the .neace. . breach Iv* Measurea In cotmexloa with Iniunctlons to be taken by of the peace, or act of aggression. the covenlments and aPtborljleadirectly Involved lib boatilitiea Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 9 (resolution 221 (1966)). para. 1. A* Withdrawal of fighting personnel. Decision of 16 (resolution 232 (1966)), Situation in the Middle East (I): preamble and para. 1. Decision of 1 I (resolution 236 (1967)), para. 4. Decision of 29 (resolution 253 (1968)). pre- B amble. Co-operation of the parties to prevent recurrence of incidents or to lessen tension. C. Finding of an action as a planned military attack. (i) Complaint by the United Kingdom: (i) The Palestine question: Decision: President’s statement of 16 . Decision of 25 (resolution 228 (ii) The Palestine question: (1966)), preamble. Decision of 25 November 1966 (resolution 228 (ii) Situation in the Middle East (‘I): (1966)). preamble. Decision of 24 March 1968 (resolution 248 (1968)). C preamble. Call for ensuring the safety, welfare and security of inhabi- Decision of 16 (resolution 256 (1968)). tants of areas under military occupation and facilitating the preamble. return of those who fled occupied areas. Decision of 31 (resolution 262 Situation in the Middle East (I): (I 968)). preamble. Decision of 14 June 1967 (resolution 237 (1967)). para. 1.

D. Finding that any aggression accompanied by the use of D. Respect for humanitarian principles governing treatment of nuclear weapons would endanger the peace and security of prisoners of war and protection of civilian persons in times all States. of war in accordance with the Convention of 1949. Question of safeguards to non-nuclear-weapon States Situation in the Middle East (I): parties to the Non-Proliferation Treaty. Decision of 14 June 1967 (resolution 237 (1967)) pre- Decision of 19 (resolution 255 (1968)), amble and para. 2. preamble. Situation in the Middle East (II): E. Determination that premeditated and repeated military Decision of 24 March 1968 (resolution 248 (1968)). attacks endangered the maintenance of the peace. preamble and para. 4. Decision of 27 (resolution 259 (1968)), Situation in the Middle East (II): preamble. Decision of 16 August 1968 (resolution 256 (1968)). para. 3. E. Call for restraint by the parties. Decision of 31 December 1968 (resolution 262 (1968)). Complaint by the Government of Cyprus: para. 2. Decision of 16 (resolution 220 (1966)), para. 2 (first part). III. Injunctions to Governmenta and autborities Involved Decision of 16 June I966 (resolution 222 (1966)). pare. 2 in hostilities (first part). Decision of I5 December 1966 (resolution 231 (1966)). A. Call for adherence to armistice agreement. para. 2 (first part). The Palestine question: Decision of 19 June 1967 (resolution 238 (1967)), para. 2 Decision of 25 November 1966 (resolution 228 (1966)), (first part). preamble. Decision: President’s statement of 24 . Decision of 22 (resolution 244 (1967)). B. Call for cessation of hostilities. para. 4. Situation in the Middle East (I): Decision of 18 March 1968 (resolution 247 (1968)). Decision of 6 June 1967 (resolution 233 (1967)). para. 1. para. 2 (first part). Decision of 7 June 1967 (resolution 234 (1967)). para. 1. Decision of 18 June 1968 (resolution 254 (1968)). para. 2 Decision of 9 June 1967 (resolution 235 (1967)). preamble (tirst part). and para. 2. Decision of 10 December 1968 (resolution 261 (1968)), Situation in the Middle East (II): para. 2 (tirst part). Decision of 25 (resolution 240 (1967)), P. Rescission of measures designed to change the status of a para. 4 (first part). territory. Decision of 24 March 1968 (resolution 248 (1968)). Situation in the Middle East (II): preamble. Decision: President’s statement of 8 September 1968. Decision of 21 May 1968 (resolution 252 (1968)). para. 3. Decision of I8 September 1968 (resolution 258 (1968)) V. Measures in connexion with injunctions to be taken para. 1. by other Governments and authorities c. Call to refrain from actions in contravention of resolutions A. Withholding of assistance including supply of arms which and decisions of the Security Council. would enable a Government or regime to continue repressive Situation in the Middle East (111: actions in a Non-Self-Governing Territory. Part I. Analytlal tabk of measorea-__---_-----.. adopted by the Security Council -- --- 99 Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Good offices, mediation and conciliation. Decision of 9 April 1966 (resolution 221 (1966)). prt- Complaint by the Government of Cyprus: amble, paras. 2. 3. 4. Decision of 22 December 1967 (resolution 244 (1967)). Prevention of import and export of certain commodities and para. 3. rendering of shipping and other transport facilities. E. Provisions bearing on issues of substance including terms Situation in Southern Rhodesia: of settlement. Decision of 16 December 1966 (resolution 232 (1966)), 1. Enunciation or affirmation of principles governing para. 2 (4 (6). (4. (J3. settlement. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). para. 3 (a) Inadmissibility of the acquisition of territory by (4, (4, (4. (0, (4. war. C. Compliance with decisions of the Council in accordance with Situation in the Middle East (II): Articles 25 and 49 of the Charter. Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 Situation in Southern Rhodesia: (1967)), preamble. Decision of 16 December 1966 (resolution 232 (1966)). Decision of 21 May 1968 (resolution 252 (1968)). paras. 3 and 6. preamble. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)), para. 11. (b) Obligation of Member States to act in accordance with Article 2 of the Charter. D. Non-interference in the domestic affairs of other States. Situation in the Middle East (II): Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 Decision of 14 (resolution 226 (1966)). (1967)). preamble. para. 2. (c) Withdrawal of armed forces. E. Measures under Article 41. Situation in the Middle East (II): Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 Decision of 16 December 1966 (resolution 232 (1966)). (1967)). para. 1 (i). paras. 2 (a). W. (c). (4, (4. (fl. 5. 7 and 8. (d) Assuring free uninterrupted international civil air Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). traffic. paras. 3 ((I). (b). (c), (4, (4, 4. 5 (4 and (6. 6 7, 8. 9 Situation in the Middle East (IL): and IO. Decision of 31 December 1968 (resolution 262 F. Prevention of the use of territory as a base for interfering (1968)). preamble. in the domestic affairs of other States. (c) Termination of claims or states of belligerency. Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Situation in the Middle East (II): Decision of 10 (resolution 239 (1967)). para. 3. Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 Decision of I5 November 1967 (resolution 241 (1967)). (1967)). para. 1 (ii) (first part). para. 4. (f) Acknowledgement of the right of a State to live in G. Withholding of commercial, industrial or public and private peace within secure and recognized boundaries. funds for investment purposes and supply of other economic Situation in the Middle East (11): or financial resources to a territory. Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 Situation in Southern Rhodesia: (1967)). preamble and para. I (ii) (third part). Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). para. 4. (9) Guaranteeing freedom of navigation through inter- national waterways. H. Measures under Chapter VII in general. Situation in the Middle East (II): Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)), (I 967)). para. 2 (0). paras. 2, 13, I5 and 16. (h) Guaranteeing the territorial integrity or inviola- bility and political independence of States. VI. Measured for settlement Situation in the Middle East (II): A. Call for compliance with purposes and principles of the Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 Charter. (I 967)). para. 2 (c) (first part). Situation in the Middle East (II): 2. Release of political prisoners: Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 (1967)). Question of South West Africa: preamble, para. I (ii) second part, para. 2 (c). Decision of 25 (resolution 245 9. Calling for measures to prevent the violations of human rights (1968)). para. 2 (second part). and fundamental freedoms. Decision of 14 March 1968 (resolution 246 (1968)). preamble and para. 2. Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). 3. Calling upon administering authority of a Non-Self- preamble. Governing Territory to ensure that settlement reflects the views of the people. C. Calling for measures to promote the granting of independence Situation in Southern Rhodesia: to colonial countries and peoples. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). Situation in Southern Rhodesia: para. 17. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)), prc- 4. Declaring the invalidity of legislative and adminis- amble and para. 2 (second part). trative measures and actions changing the legal status D. Procedures of pacific settlement noted, advised or recom- of a territory. mended. Situation in the Middle East (II): ~-loo chqtc# VIII. Maintenance of ioternationd peace ad security Decision of 21 May 1968 (resolution 252 (1968)), Decision of 25 November 1966 (resolution 228 para. 2. (1966)). para. 1. 5. Call for settlement of refugee problems. (iii) Situation in the Middle East (I): Situation in the Middle East (11): Decision of 6 June 1967 (resolution 233 (1967):: Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 preamble. (I 967)). para. 2 (6). Decision of 7 June 1967 (resolution 234 (1967)), 6. Establishment of demilitarized zone. preamble. Situation in the Middle East (II): Situation in the Middle East (II): Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 (1967)). para. 2 (c) (second part). (1967)). preamble. Decision: President’s statement of 4 April 1968 7. Prevention of use of territory as a base for interfering (first part). in the domestic affairs of other States. (iv) Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Congo : Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). para. 12 (second part). Decision of 14 October 1966 (resolution 226 (1966)), para. I. J. ReafIirmation of the rights of peoples to freedom and inde- 8. Discontinuance of illegal trial. pendence and recognition of the legitimacy of struggles to Question of South West Africa: secure their right. Decision of 25 January 1968 (resolution 245 Situation in Southern Rhodesia: (1968)). preamble and para. 2 (first part). Decision of 16 December 1966 (resolution 232 (1966)). 9. Request that appropriate reparation be made. para. 4. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). Situation in the Middle East (II): preamble. Decision of 31 December 1968 (resolution 262 (1968)). para. 4. K. Condemnation of measures of political repression. Situation in Southern Rhodesia: F. Affirmation of the right of self-determination of the people of a former mandated Territory. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). para. I. Question of South West Africa: L. Urging assistance to peoples in their struggle to achieve Decision of 14 March I968 (resolution 246 (1968)). freedom and indcpcndcnce. preamble. Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)) para. 13. G. Expression of concern over development or aggravation of a situation. M. Affirmation of obligations under the Charter. (i) Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Situation in the Middle East (II): Decision of 14 October 1966 (resolution 226 (1966)). Decision of 18 September 1968 (resolution 258 (1968)). preamble. preamble. Decision of 15 November 1967 (resolution 241 (1967)). preamble. VII. Measures to promote the implementation of resolutions (ii) Complaint by the Government of Cyprus: and decisions of the Security Council Decision: President’s statement of 24 November A. Establishment or employment of subsidiary organs 1967. I. For observation or supervision in connexion with the (iii) Situation in the Middle East (II): ending of hostilities. Decision of 16 August 1968 (resolution 256 (1968)). Situation in the Middle East (1): preamble. Decision: President’s statement of 9 July 1967 Decision of 18 September 1968 (resolution 258 (second part). (1968)). preamble. 2. For examination of reports on the implementation of Decision of 31 December 1968 (resolution 262 Council resolutions and for seeking information on (1968)). preamble. possible violations thereof. H. Deprecation of actions incompatible with the purposes and (a) From the Secretary-General : principles of the Charter. Situation in Southern Rhodesia: (i) The Palestine question: Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 Decision of 25 November 1966 (resolution 228 (I 968)), para. 20 (a). (1966)). para. 2. (h) From Member States and specialized agencies: (ii) Situation in the Middle East (II): Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 24 March 1968 (resolution 248 (1968)). Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 para. 2. (1968)). para. 20 (6). Decision of 16 August 1968 (resolution 256 (1968)), para. 4 (first part). B. Call upon the parties to co-operate fully with subsidiary Decision of 31 December 1968 (resolution 262 organs. (1968)). para. I (tirst part). (i) Situation in the Middle East (I): Decision: President’s statement of 9 June 1967. I. Deprecation of events affecting a situation. Decision of 1 I June 1967 (resolution 236 (1967)) (i) Situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: para. 5. Decision of 14 October 1966 (resolution 226 (1966)). Situation in the Middle East (II): prcamblc. Decision of 25 October 1967 (resolution 240 (1967)). (ii) The Palestine question: para. 4 (second part). Part- I. Analytlul table of measurea adopted by tbe Sewlty--__ Coancll_-. ---~~.-~ 101 Decision of I8 September 1968 (resolution 258 F. Taking note of reports of the Secretary-General. (1968)), para. 2 (second part). (i) Complaint by the Government of Cyprus: Decision of 27 September 1968 (resolution 259 Decision of 22 December 1967 (resolution 244 (1968)). para. 2. ‘1 (1967)), preamble, noting the report. (ii) Complaint by the Government of Cyprus: (ii) The Palestine question: Decision: President’s statement of 24 November Decision of 25 November 1966 (resolution 228 1967. (1966)). preamble. (iii) Situation in Southern Rhodesia: (iii) Situation in the Middle Fast (I): Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (l968)), Decision of 6 June 1967 (resolution 233 (1967)). para. 21. preamble. Decision of II June 1967 (resolution 236 (1967)). C. Determination of duration of stationing of preamble. Force. and the mode of its financing. Situation in the Middle Fast (II): Duration of stationing of the Force. Decision of 25 Dctober 1967 (resolution 240 (1967)). Complaint by the Government of Cyprus: preamble. Decision of I6 March 1966 (resolution 220 (1966)), Decision of 2 May 1968 (resolution 251 (1968)). para. 3. preamble. Decision of 16 (resolution 222 (1966)). Decision: President’s statement of 8 September 1968. para. 3. Decision of 27 September 1968 (resolution 259 Decision of IS December 1966 (resolution 231 (1966)). (1968)). preamble. para. 3. Decision of 31 December 1968 (resolution 262 Decision of 19 June 1967 (resolution 238 (1967)). para. 3. (I 968)). preamble. Decision of 22 December 1967 (resolution 244 (1967)). para. 2. 0. Expression of concern over breakdown or violation of cease- Decision of I8 March 1968 (resolution 247 (1968)). fire. para. 3. Situation in the Middle East (U): Decision of 18 June 1968 (resolution 254 (1968)), Decision of 25 October 1967 (resolution 240 (1967)). para. 3. preamble. Decision of 10 December 1968 (resolution 261 (1968)). Decision of 24 March 1968 (resolution 248 (1968)). para. 3. para. 3 (first part). D. Call for prevention of use of territory as a base for interfering Decision of 16 August 1968 (resolution 256 (1968)). in the domestic affairs of other States. preamble. Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Congo: H. Appreciation of Secretary-General’s efforts in implementing Decision of I4 October 1966 (resolution 226 (1966)). resolutions. para. I. Complaint by the Government of Cyprus: Decision of 10 July 1967 (resolution 239 (1967)). para. 3. Decision: President’s statement of 24 November 1967. Decision of 15 November 1967 (resolution 241 (1967)), para. 4. I. Request to Member States to co-operate in the implementation of resolutions and decisions of the Security Council. F. Authorizations to the Secretary-General. The question of South West Africa: I. To use his good offices for settlement of outstanding Decision of I4 March 1968 (resolution 246 (1968)). issues. preamble and para. 3. Complaint by the United Kingdom: Decision: President’s statement of I6 August 1966. J. Condemnation of violations of cease-fire. 2. To follow implementation of resolutions and decisions Situation in the Middle East (I): of the Security Council. Decision of I I June I967 (resolution 236 (1967)), para. I, Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Situation in the Middle East (II): Congo : Decision of 25 October 1967 (resolution 240 (1967)), Decision of 14 October 1966 (resolution 226 para. I. (1966)). para. 3. Decision of 24 March 1968 (resolution 248 (1968)). Decision of IO July 1967 (resolution 239 (1967)). preamble and para. 2. para. 5. Decision of I5 November 1967 (resolution 241 K. Deprecation of refusal or failure to implement resohitions (I 967)). para. 6 (second part). and decisions of the Security Council. 1. To exert efforts to ensure implementation (i) Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Situation in the Middle East (I): Decision of I5 November 1967 (resolution 241 (I 967)). preamble and paras. I and 2. Decision of 9 June I967 (resolution 235 (1967)). Decision of IO July I967 (resolution 239 (1967)), para. 3. para. 2. 4. To designate a Special Reprcscntative to promote (ii) The question of South West Africa: agreement between the parties. Decision of I4 March 1968 (resolution 246 (1968)), Situation in the Middle East (II): para. I. Decision of 22 November I967 (resolution 242 (iii) Situation in the Middle East (II): (1967)). para. 3. Decision of 2 May 1968 (resolution 251 (1968)). 5. To strengthen a subsidiary body. Situation in the Middle East (II): L. Deprecation of refusal or failure to implement the resolutions Decision: President’s statement of 8 December of the General Assembly. 1967. The question of South West Africa: 102 Chapter VIII. Malotenanee of intematlonal~- peace~-..---- and security Decision of 25 January 1968 (resolution 245 (1968)). (ii) Situation in Southern Rhodesia: preamble and para. 1. Decision of 16 December 1966 (resolu- tion 232 (1966)), para. 4 (first part):? M. Measures to obtain compliance. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 2X 1. Reaffirmation of previous decisions. (1968)). preamble. (u) Of the Security Council: (iii) The question of South West Africa: (i) Complaint by the Government of Cyprus: Decision of 25 January 1968 (resolution Decision of 16 March 1966 (resolution 245 (1968)). preamble. 220 (1966)). para. 1. Decision of 14 March 1968 (resolution Decision of 16 June 1966 (resolution 246 (1968)), preamble. 222 (1966)). para. 1. (iv) Situation in the Middle East (II): Decision of 15 December 1966 (resolu- Decision of 21 May 1968 (resolution 252 tion 231 (1966)), para. 1. (1968)). preamble. Decision of 19 June 1967 (resolution 238 (1967)). para. 1. 2. Request for compliance with previous resolution. Decision of 22 December 1967 (reso- Situation in the Middle East (I): lution 244 (1967)). para. 1. Decision: President’s statement of 9 July 1967. Decision of 18 March 1968 (resolution 3. Expression of concern over threat posed by foreign 247 (1968)), para. 1. interference to (he independence and territorial inte- Decision of 18 June 1968 (resolution grity of a State. 254 (1968)), para. 1. Decision of 10 December 1968 (reso- Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the lution 261 (1968)). para. 1. Congo : (ii) Complaint by the Democratic Republic Decision of 10 July 1967 (resolution 239 (1967)). of the Congo : preamble. Decision of 15 November 1967 (resolution 241 Decision of 14 October 1966 (resolu- (1967)), preamble. tion 226 (1966)), preamble. Decision of 10 July 1967 (resolution 4. Declaration of intention of consideration of further 239 (1967)). para. 1. measures under the Charter. Decision of 15 November 1967 (reso- (i) The question of South West Africa: lution 241 (1967)). preamble. Decision of 14 March 1968 (resolution 246 (iii) The Palestine question: (1968)). para. 5. Decision of 25 November 1966 (reso- (ii) The situation in the Middle East (II): lution 228 (1966)). preamble. Decision of 24 March 1968 (resolution 24P (iv) Situation in Southern Rhodesia: (1968)), para. 3 (third part). Decision of 16 December 1966 (reso- 5. Warning against failure to comply with Council’s lution 232 (1966)), preamble. decision. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 Situation in the Middle East (II): (1968)), preamble. Decision of 16 August 1968 (resolution 256 (1968)). (v) Situation in the Middle East (I): para. 4 (second part). Decision of 9 June 1967 (resolution 235 Decision of 31 December 1968 (resolution 262 (1967)), preamble, para. 1. (1968)), para. 3. Decision of 11 June 1967 (resolution 236 6. Expression of concern of non-implementation of (1967)), para. 3. specific measures. Decision: President’s statement of 9 July 1967. ((I) Requested by the Security Council: (i) Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Situation in the Middle East (II): Decision of 25 October 1967 (resolution Decision of 9 April 1966 (resolution 221 (1966)), preamble. 240 (1967)). para. 3. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 Decision of 24 March 1968 (resolution 248 (1968)). preamble. (1968)). preamble. Decision of 2 May 1968 (resolution 251 (ii) Situation in the Middle East (I): (1968)), preamble. Decision of 7 June 1967 (resolution 234 Decision of 16 August 1968 (resolution (1967)). preamble. 256 (1968)). preamble and para. 1. Situation in the Middle East (II): Decision of 18 September 1968 (resolu- Decision of 27 September 1968 (resolu- tion 258 (1968)). preamble and para. 2 (first part). tion 259 (1968)). preamble. Decision of 27 September 1968 (resolu- (iii) The question of South West Africa: tion 259 (1968)). preamble. Decision of 14 March 1968 (resolution (vi) The question of South West Africa: 246 (1968)). preamble. Decision of 14 March 1968 (resolution (6) Recommended by the General Assembly. tion 246 (1968)). preamble. The question of South West Africa: (6) Of the General Assembly: Decision of 25 January 1968 (resolution 24: (i) Complaint by the Democratic Republic of (1968)), preamble. the Congo: 7. Request to Member States lo co-operate with the Decision of 14 October 1966 (resolution Secretary-General. 226 (1966)). preamble. Situation in the Middle East (II): Part I. Analytlcnl table of measwes adopted by the Security~~_~ CE MUNil 103 Decision of 27 September 1968 (resolution 259 Q. Call for efforts to achieve objectives of the Security Council. (1968)), para. 3. Complaint by the Government of Cyprus: 8. Request to member States or to all States to exert Decision of 16 March 1966 (resolution 220 (1966)). influence to induce compliance. para. 2 (second part). The question of South West Africa: Decision of 16 June 1966 (resolution 222 (1966)), para. 2 Decision of 25 January 1968 (resolution 245 (second part). Decision of 15 December 1966 (resolution 231 (1966)). (1968)). para. 3. para. 2 (second part). Decision of 14 March 1968 (resolution 246 (1968)). para. 4. Decision of 19 June 1967 (resolution 238 (1967)). para. 2 (second part). 9. Request to the Secretary-General to exert efforts De;ci$~5 of 22 December 1967 (resolution 244 (1967)). toward implementation of previous resolutions. Situation in the Middle East (I): Decisidn ‘of 18 March 1968 (resolution 247 (1968)). Decision of 9 June 1967 (resolution 235 (1967)). para. 2 (second part). para. 3. Decision of 18 June 1968 (resolution 245 (1968)). para. 2 (second part). 10. JZxpression of concern over the failure of specific Decision of IO December 1968 (resolution 261 (1968)). measures. para. 2 (second part). Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 16 December 1966 (resolution 232 R. Call for cessation of assistance to mercenaries or other armed ( 1966)). preamble. personnel. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)), Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Congo: preamble. Decision of I5 November 1967 (resolution 241 (1967)). 11. Deploring of non-compliance with obligations under para. 3. Article 25. S. Deprecation of loss of life and damage to property. Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Situation in the Middle East (II): Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). Decision of 25 October 1967 (resolution 240 (1967)), para. 12 (first part). para. 2. 12. Censuring of defiance of resolutions of the Security Decision of 24 March 1968 (resolution 248 (1968)). Council. para. I. Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 16 August 1968 (resolution 256 (1968)). Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). para. 2. para. 12 (second part). Decision: President’s statement of 8 September 1968. 13. Invoking of Article 41 of the Charter. T. Deprecation of failure to comply with General Assembly Situation in Southern Rhodesia: resolution. Decision of 16 December 1966 (resolution 232 Situation in the Middle East (II): (1966)), preamble. Decision of 21 May 1968 (resolution 252 (1968)). 14. Invoking of Article 2. preamble and para. 1. Situation in Southern Rhodesia: U. Request to Member States to co-operate in the implementa- Decision of 16 December 1966 (resolution 232 tion of resolutions and decisions of the Security Council. (1966)). para. 7. Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). para. 14. Decision of I5 November 1967 (resolution 241 (1967)). para. 5. 15. Invoking of Chapter VII. Situation in Southern Rhodesia: V. Affirmation of special United Nations responsibilities towards Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). the people of a former mandated Territory. preamble. Question of South West Africa: 16. Notice of possible further measures under the Charter. Decision of 25 January 1968 (resolution 245 (1968)). preamble. The Palestine question: Decision of 14 March 1968 (resolution 246 (1968)). Decision of 25 November 1966 (resolution 228 preamble. (1966)). para. 3. N. Authorization to the Secretary-General. W. Deprecation of actions in defiance of the authority of the To dispatch a representative. United Nations. Situation in the Middle East (II): The question of South West Africa: Decision of 27 September 1968 (resolution 259 (1968)). Decision of I4 March 1968 (resolution 246 (1968)). para. I (first part). para. I. 0. Call for measures by administering authority to end rebellion in a Non-Self-Governing Territory. VIII. Measures to ensure further consideration and to ascertain compliance Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)), para. 2 A. Request for infoynation on implementation of resolutions or (first part). developments in a situation. P. Call for co-operation with subsidiary organs. I. From Members of the United Nations. Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)), paras. Decision of 16 December 1966 (resolution 232 21 and 22. (1966)). para. 8. --~-104 Chapter VIII.--__ Maintenance of international peace and security Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). Decision of I5 November 1967 (resolution 241 para. 18. (1967)). para. 6 (first part). 2. From members of specialized agencies. (iii) Complaint by the Government of Cyprus: Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 22 December 1967 (resolution 244(+7 (1967)). para. 6. .: Decision of I6 December 1966 (resolution 232 (1966)). para. 8. (iv) The question of South West Africa: Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)), Decision of 25 January 1968 (resolution 245 (1968)). para. 18. para. 5. Decision of I4 March 1968 (resolution 246 (1968)). 3. From the Secretary-General. para. 7. (i) The Palestine question: C. Statement by the President that the Council would remain Decision of 25 November 1966 (resolution 228 seized of the question. (1966)). para. 4. (i) Situation in the Middle East (11): (ii) Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision: President’s statement of 4 April 1968. Decision of I6 December 1966 (resolution 232 (second part). (1966)), para. 9. Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (ii) Situation in Czechoslovakia: (1968)), para. 19. Decision: President’s statement of 24 August 1968. (iii) Situation in the Middle East (1): D. Adjournment of meeting for consultation among members. Decision of 6 June 1967 (resolution 233 (i) Situation in Viet-Nam: (I 967)). para. 2. Decision of 7 June 1967 (resolution 234 Decision of 2 . (I 967)), para. 2. (ii) Complaint by the United States (The Pueblo incident): Decision of 9 June 1967 (resolution 235 Decision of 27 January 1968. (1967)). para. 3 (second part). (iii) Complaint by Haiti: Decision of I4 June 1967 (resolution 237 Decision of 27 May 1968. (1967)). para. 3. (iv) Situation in Czechoslovakia: Situation in the Middle East (11): Decision of 24 August 1968. Decision of 22 November 1967 (resolution 242 (I 967)). para. 4. Decision of 24 March I968 (resolution 248 IX. Measures to safeguard against aggression (1968)). para. 5. A. Recognition of responsibility of Security Council and its Decision of 27 April 1968 (resolution 250 nuclear-weapon-State permanent members in case of nuclear (I 968)) para. 2. aggression or threat of such aggression against a non-nuclear- Decision of 21 May 1968 (resolution 252 weapon State. (1968)). para. 4. Decision of 27 September 1968 (resolution 259 Question of safeguards to non-nuclear-weapon States (1968)), para. 1 (second part). parties to the Non-Proliferation Treaty. (iv) The question of South West Africa: Decision of 19 June 1968 (resolution 255 (1968)). para. I. Decision of 25 January 1968 (resolution 245 (1968)). para. 4. B. Expression of support for intention to provide assistance to Decision of 14 March 1968 (resolution 246 victims of nuclear aggression or objects of threat of such ag- (I968)), para. 6. gression. Question of safeguards to non-nuclear-weapon States par- B. Provision by express decision to consider the matter further ties to the Non-Proliferation Treaty. (i) Situation in Southern Rhodesia: Decision of 19 June 1968 (resolution 255 (1968)). pre- amble and para. 2. Decision of 16 December 1966 (resolution 232 (1966)). oara. IO. rC. Reaffirmation of the right of individual and collective self- Decision of 29 May 1968 (resolution 253 (1968)). defence recognized under Article 51 of the Charter. para. 23. Question of safeguards to non-nuclear-weapon States (ii) Complaint by the Democratic Republic of the Congo: parties to the Non-Proliferation Treaty. Decision of 10 July 1967 (resolution 239 (1967)). Decision of I9 June 1968 (resolution 255 (1968)). para. 4. para. 3.

Part II

SITUATION IN WET-NAM the Security Council be called promptly to consider the situation in Vict-Nam. It was further stated in the letter IN1 I IAL PROCEEDINGS that the United States Government had sought a peaceful By letter 6 dated 31 addressed to the scttlemcnt of this conflict on the basis of unconditional President of the Security Council, the representative of negotiations and the Gcncva Agreements of 1954 but the United States rcque~tcd that an urgent meeting of had no affirmative response from the Government of North Viet-Nam which set forth a number of precondi- ___ __ tions unacccptablc to the llnitcd States. It, therefore, a S/7105, OR, Zlsryr.. Suppl. for Jan.-Mm-h., 1966. pp. 105-107. concluded that it should now bring this problem with