foundation upon which a just and lasting peace should be based. The achievement of such a just and lasting solution is precisely the aim of resolution 242 j1967), adopted unani- mously by the Security Council. 127. If all the parties concerned endorse these principles clearIy and unequivocally in spite of the different ap- proaches adopted and the difficulties so far encountered in the search for a peacefu1 solution, then we are convinced that the way to peace will be finally opened. In particular, if Israel accepts what is actually the core of the problem- the non-acquisition of territory by force and respect for international boundaries-we are certain it will then be possible to find mutually acceptable solutions for the remaining problems. Actually, it would be easier to reach agreement concerning the definitive and comprehensive peaceful solution of the conflict if agreement was reached beforehand with regard to the common foundation upon which peace in the Middle East can alone be based. The absence of such a cIear approach on the part of Israel towards these basic issues, and its reluctance to accept the principles of non-acquisition of territory by force and respect for international boundaries-as shown by the whole course of the efforts exerted by the United Nations over a period of six years with a view to achieving a peaceful solution-have also prevented the reaching of agreement on modalities and on the successful operation of the mechanism for negotiations foreseen by resolution 242(1967). 128. We also consider very important the statements contained in the concluding part of the Secretary-General’s report that “For more than 25 years, the United Nations, and in particular the Security Council, has had a major and universally recognized responsibility in relation to the Middle East question” [S/l 0929, para. 115.1 and that “no Government or group of Governments has been able 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the Middle East conflict and the efforts of the United Nations to achieve a peaceful solution. It highlights the importance of a just and lasting solution, based on principles such as non-acquisition of territory by force and respect for international boundaries. The text also references specific resolutions and reports, indicating a focus on international relations and diplomacy.

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International relations