the European Community. An entirely new idea, it seems, was even invoked, whereby this decision was said to be a violation of Article 41 of the Charter, which it was claimed would give the Security Coun- cil a monopoly on deciding on sanctions. 132. In -joining in these sanctions, Belgium intended, like its partners, to give specific form to the grave view it takes of violations of the Charter, which have been condemned by a resolution of the Council, on the one hand, and above all to support the diplomatic efforts under way to find a negotiated solution, on the other hand. 133. I do not wish here to go into an analysis of the different aspects of the problem, or to take a stand on the question of sovereignty, which should be settled by negotiations, the outcome of which cannot be prejudged. 134, We would have hoped that the situation would not reach its present scale. In spite of the tragic devel- opment of events, we hope that reason will prevail and that Argentina will agree to abide by the terms of reso- lution 502 (1982), which it has so far ignored. 135. We earnestly hope also that efforts to finId a peaceful settlement can be resumed very rapidly. on the basis of the principles of that resolution and in the light of the elements which have emerged from pre- vious negotiations. We should not forget the commit- ment entered into by all States Members when they signed the Charter to do everything possible to bring about a peaceful settlement of disputes. The Chartel itself makes available to us procedures which promote that end. Furthermore, territorial claims should not be allowed to override the interests of peoples in choosing democratically their own destinies. 136. We express the heartfelt hope that these efforts will be successful and that it will be possible 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement or a communiqué from a government or a international organization, discussing a specific conflict or situation (the Falklands War) and the measures taken by the European Community in response to it. The text mentions the Charter of the United Nations, the Security Council, and the principle of peaceful settlement of disputes, suggesting that the topic is related to international relations and diplomacy.

**Category**
International trade, Humanitarian aid and relief