further. It has become a firing range for experimenting with the most sophisticated weapons, which leads to an increased loss of human life and hinders the attain- ment of a peaceful solution 31, That is yet another reason for urgent action by the international community aimed at securing the cessation of hostilities between the two countries and at a negotiated settlement. The foundations for such a solution already exist in United Nations resolutions and in the activity of the Secretary-General and the Council, particularly through the implementation of resolution 502 (1982). This, of course. implies the withdrawal of forces by both parties and entrusting the Secretary-General with a mandate for further action, 32. We remain consistent in our assessment of the substance of the issue, which lies in the inadmissibility of the use of force in any phase of the developments and in the fact that the peaceful establishment of Argentine sovereignty is indispensable. We are encouraged that the Council has taken the first steps towards securing a cessation of hostilities and creating conditions that will make possible a just solu- tion of this issue. 33. Mr. DORR (Ireland): In my statement on Friday last [236&h /nectirrg]. I explained why Ireland had sought a meeting of the Council. I said that we had two reasons for doing so. First, we felt that the Secretary-General would wish to report to LLS on his long and patient efforts to reach a settlement, Secondly, we felt that the Council, despite the possible limita- tions on its actions, had a duty to meet wheq other efforts failed to consider if any possibilities remained of stopping the conflict. 34. 1 also said that the challenge we faced was to i find a way of calling a halt as soon as possible to the i present fighting and allowing negotiations to resume, j 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the conflict between two countries, Argentina and another country (not specified), and the efforts of the international community to secure a peaceful solution. The text highlights the need for a cessation of hostilities, the withdrawal of forces, and negotiations to establish a just solution. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting a focus on international relations and conflict resolution.

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