on the limitation and subsequent red·uction of military activity in the Indian Ocean. It is necessary to achieve the solution of problems existing in the Caribbean area and in South-East Asia by political means and to help• to consolidate peace in Asia and the Pacific region. The participants in the meeting attach particular importance to the solution of the most protracted and most dangerous conflict-the conflict in the Middle East. They sharply denounce Israel's invasion of Lebanon, the Israeli aggression against the Palestinian and Lebanese peoples, and the bestial extermination of the civilian population of west Beirut. In its aggressive acts, Israel was en­ couraged by those who granted it aid and support from outside. The participants in the meeting demand the immediate and com­ plete withdrawal of Israeli troops from Lebanon, and safeguards for the independence, sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of that country. They are favourably disposed towards the principles for solving the problem of a Middle East settlement put forward at the Twelfth Arab Summit Conference held at Fez, and voice the conviction that a comprehensive settlement in the Middle East must provide for: complete withdrawal of Israeli troops from all Arab territories occu­ pied since 1967, including the eastern part of Jerusalem; recognition of the legitimate rights of the Arab people of Palestine, including the right to create its own independent State; safeguarding the right of all States in the area to secure and independent existence and devel­ opment; termination of the state of war and installation of peace between the Arab States and Israel; elaboration and adoption of international guarantees of a peaceful settlement. The solution of these tasks necessitates the convening of an inter­ national conference with the participation of all interested parties, including the Palestine Liberation Organization, as the sole legiti­
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a political statement or a declaration from an international meeting, focusing on the resolution of conflicts and the promotion of peace and stability in various regions, particularly in the Middle East. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating a high-level political or international organization.

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