226. The ‘PRESIDENT: The observer for the PLO has asked to speak. I call on him. 219. ‘Mr. AL-KAWARI (Qatar) (interpretation from Arabic): On the occasion of the conclusion of the Council’s proceedings on the repressive measures taken by the Israe- lis against the Palestinians in occupied Arab territories, I 227. Mr. MANSOUR (Palestine Liberation Organiza- tion) (interpretation from Arabic): At .the outset I should like, on behalf of the PLO, the sole, legitimate representa- tive of the Palestinians, wherever they are, to convey our thanks to all our friends who voted in favour of the draft 19 resolution, despite all odds. They thus affirmed their con- demnation of the. repressive measures pursued by the Israeli authorities against our struggling people in the Arab territories. They also affiied their solidarity with our own people in its just, legitimate struggle against this obnoxious occupation. We take deep gratification from the wide support of the non-aligned and socialist States and our friends who affirmed today that they are on the side of right, justice and the struggle of people against colonialism, oppression, occupation and aggression. 228. Israel believes that mankind in general is in the wrong and that people are liars. Israel believes that it and the United States are the only countries that do not lie. Anyway, I shall leave it to the Council to understand the lies and inventions of the Israeli representatives. 229. The position of the United States, which killed the draft resolution, as it previously killed the declaration by the President of the Security Council, automatically stands in the way of any measure taken by this Council on the subject. It is yet another practice in a long list of practices pursued by the United States against the aspirations of the Palestinian people. 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a transcript of a speech delivered at the United Nations, likely in the context of a debate or discussion about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The speaker is expressing gratitude to countries that supported a resolution condemning Israel's actions against Palestinians in occupied territories, and criticizing the United States for blocking the resolution. The language used is formal and diplomatic, with a strong emphasis on political and ideological differences. Given the context and tone of the speech, it is likely that the category is related to international relations or politics.

**Category**
International relations, Politics