the Government of Israel to refrain from further mili­ tary actions and threats against Lebanon; 2. Condemns all acts of violence, especially those which result in the tragic loss of innocent civilian life, and urges all concerned to refrain from any further acts of violence; 3. Calls upon all Governments concerned to re­ spect their obligations under the Charter of the United Nations and international Jaw; 4. Calls upon Israel forthwith to release and re­ turn to Lebanon the abducted Lebanese civiilians; 5. Calls upon all parties to refrain from any action which might endanger negotiations aimed at achieving a just and lasting peace in the Middle Easit. Adopted at the 1769th meet­ ing by 13 votes to none.to Decisions On 23 May 1974, the President of the Security Council issued a note (S/11296)11 stating that on 22 May he had addressed the following letter to the Secretary-General: "I wish to refer to the progress report on the United Nations Emergency Force which you trans­ mitted to the Security Counciil on 20 May 1974 (S/ 11248/ Add.3) 11 concerning the request of the Irish Government for repatriation of the Irish con­ tingent now serving with the United Nations Emer­ gency Force. You noted in that report that the Gov­ ernment of Ireland had indicated that it would send suitable air transport to the area in order to carry out the repatriation operation. You added that the Commander of UNEF had reported that in view of the situation he was making arrangements for the Irish contingent to be relieved by the Nepalese bat­ talion which had been acting as Force reserve. "After having informed the members of the Se­ curity Council of the situation and after having con­ sulted with thr;:m, I am now in a position to inform 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a resolution or decision made by the United Nations Security Council, likely in response to a conflict or crisis in the Middle East. The language used is formal and diplomatic, with a focus on calling for restraint, respect for international law, and the release of abducted civilians. The text does not mention economic, social, or cultural issues, and instead focuses on political and humanitarian concerns.

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