other political organizations. Noting that gross and cruel violations of human rights under apartheid continue to take place in South Africa, Outraged by South Africa's acts of violence in the townships and its continued intransigence in revoking the abominable apartheid laws and in refusing to reinstate the human rights of political prisoners by freeing them unconditionally, Deeply concerned about racist South Africa's undeclared war of destabilization and aggression, whether through direct aggression, sponsorship of surrogates, economic subversion or other means, against the neighbouring independent States, which is unacceptable in all its forms and must stop. Reiterating its conviction that the apartheid system in South Africa is the root cause of conflict in the sub-continent and that this atrocious policy constitutes a threat to international peace and security. Noting that the South African people's legitimate struggle, by all means in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and relevant United Nations resolutions, for a united, non-racial and democratic society should enjoy the full support of the international community, Convinced that the maintenance of existing pressures, including sanctions against South Africa, constitutes a peaceful means that can help to avert the outbreak of racial conflagration in the region, Satisfied with the success scored by the oppressed ptjple of South Africa in their united mass action to make the apartheid system .nworkable. Appreciating the world-wide momentum against apartheid and the consensus in favour of international pressures, including sanctions against racist South Africa, -72-Appreciating the perseverance and steadfastness of the front-line States and their continuing supporting role to the liberation movements. Taking note with satisfaction of the Declaration on Apartheid and its Destructive Consequences in southern Africa adopted on 14 December 1989 by the General Assembly at its sixteenth special session (resolution S-16/1),
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a resolution or a statement condemning the apartheid system in South Africa and calling for international pressure, including sanctions, to bring about a change. The focus is on the political and human rights aspects of the situation, with no mention of economic, environmental, or scientific issues.

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