munity are deeply disturbed by the continued lack of progress towards peace between Israel and her Arab neighbours. They are convinced that all parties must seize the present opportunity to achieve the two most urgent objectives: the withdrawal of all foreign forces from Lebanon and a resumption of negotia­ tions aimed at a comprehensive peace settlement. "The Ten reaffirm their support for the sovereign and independent State of Lebanon and for its Gov­ ernment. which should urgently be enabled to re­ establish without restrictions its authority over the whole of its territory. This requires the prompt withdrawal of Israeli. Syrian and Palestine Libera­ tion Organization (PLO) forces. The Ten support the efforts of the United States to achieve this objective. They call on all concerned to conclude negotiations without further delay. They continue to support the peace-keeping role of the United Nations and multi­ national forces in Lebanon. "The principles which underlie the Ten·s ap­ proach lo wider peace negotiations. as set out in more than one previous statement. remain valid. A lasting peace can only he huill on-the right hi a secure existence li.ir :tll States in the region. includ-. ing Israel. and justice for all the peoples. including the right or the Palcslinian people to sdl'­ de1crrnina1io11 with all lhal this implies. These rights X7 [OriRinal~ E11Rlish/Fre11ch] [29 March /983] must be mutually recognized by the parties them­ selves. Negotiations will have to embrace all the parties concerned. including the Palestinian people. and the PLO will have to be associated with them. The threat or use of force must be renounced by all. "President Reagan·s initiative of I September 1982 indicated a way to peace, and the twelfth Arab Summit Conference held at Fez in the same month demonstrated a readiness for it. The task now is to 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a statement from a group of countries, likely the European Community, expressing their concerns and positions on the Middle East peace process. The language used is diplomatic and emphasizes the need for a comprehensive peace settlement, withdrawal of foreign forces, and recognition of the rights of all parties involved.

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