partner. Today we have seen yet another example of that support. 203. The draft resolution presented today did not ade- quately take these considerations into account. Further- more, we fear that it might have hampered the moves towards negotiations on the Arab-Israeli contlict. Conse- quently, my delegation abstained in the vote. 209. The Soviet delegation contirms its unswerving pol- icy on the question of the establishment of a just and lasting peace in the Middle East. We express our solidarity with the courageous struggle of the Palestinian people for their legitimate national rights and the establishment of an independent State. A comprehensive Middle East settle- ment can be achieved only through the collective efforts of all the parties concerned, including the PLO, within the framework of a specially convened international confer- ence, on the Middle East. 204. Mr. TROYANOVSKY (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) (interpretation from Russian): Sir, we are happy to see you here as President and we feel that the affairs of the Council are in good hands, We wish you all success in this important month when, among other things, we shall hold a commemorative session of the Security Council with Ministers for Foreign Affairs participating. 210. In vigorously condemning Israel’s recent repressive acts against .Palestinians in the occupied territories the delegation of the Soviet Union feels that it is high time for the Council to take the strictest measures to put an end to such activities. 21.1: The PRESIDENT: Before I speak in my capacity as the representative of the United Kingdom, I should like to say one or two things. 205. I also welcome the new representatives of China and Peru and wish them success in their important work. - 206. The-Soviet Union voted for the draft resolution sub- 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement or speech, discussing a draft resolution and the stance of the Soviet delegation on the Arab-Israeli conflict. The language used is formal and diplomatic, with references to international conferences, negotiations, and peace in the Middle East. The text does not mention specific economic, environmental, or technological issues, but rather focuses on political and humanitarian concerns.

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