it was imperative for resolution SO2 ( 1982) to be strictly applied. On that occasion we expressed the hope that the Secretary-General would succeed rapidly in indicating ways which would make it possible to resume peace negotiations after the cessation of hostilities, 5. My Government has been unstinting in its sup- port for the efforts undertaken to this end by the Secretary-General. We deeply regret that these efforts have not so far proved successful. We wish to express our most serious concern at the exacerba- tion of a conflict which has already caused consider- able loss of human life. We are also aware of the emotion which this situation has aroused in Latin America, a region where France maintains historic and close ties of friendship and co-operation. We know that this emotion deepens with the prolongation of the conflict. 6. France therefore believes that every possible effort should be made, as a matter of urgency, to bring about a cessation of hostilities. We are aware that the efforts already undertaken by the Secretary- General have made it possible to discern certain positive features mentioned in the report he presented to us 12360th /nrrti,tg]. However that may be, we must preserve what has been achieved. 7. My Government feels that the Secretary-Gen- eral has thus shown that he is particularly well placed to carry out this work successfully. It considers that the Council should recognize this and give the Sec- retary-General the whole-hearted support that he needs. 8. Mr. WYZNER (Poland): Allow me at the very outset, Mr. President, to congratulate you on yout assumption and discharge of the functions of the presi- dency of the Council for the month of May, We are confident that you will guide our work during what is certainly a very difficult and busy month with yout 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a statement from the French Government to the United Nations Security Council, discussing the ongoing conflict and the efforts of the Secretary-General to resolve it. The text expresses concern about the humanitarian situation, the prolongation of the conflict, and the need for urgent action to bring about a cessation of hostilities. The language used suggests a focus on international relations, diplomacy, and conflict resolution, rather than a specific economic, social, or cultural issue.

**Category**
International humanitarian aid and relief