12. Further condemns the expansionist activities of Israel in the Middle East, as well as the continuous bombing of civilian Arab and, in particular, Palestinian populations and the destruction of their villages and encampments, which constitutes a serious obstacle to the realization of the self-determination and inde­ pendence of the Palestinian people; 13. Demands, the immediate release of all persons detained or imprisoned as a result of their struggle for self-determination and independence, full respect for their fundamental individual rights and the observance of article 5 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, under which no one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment;15 14. Notes with appreciation the material and other forms of assistance that peoples under colonial and foreign rule continue to receive from Governments, United Nations agencies and intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, and calls for a max­ imization of this assistance; 15. Takes note of the studies by the Sub-Com­ mission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protec­ tion of Minorities, dealing with the following subjects: (a) Historical and current development of the right to self-determination on the basis of the Charter of the United Nations and other instruments adopted by United Nations organs, with particular reference to the promotion and protection of human rights and funda­ mental freedoms;16 «Resolution 217 A (HI). !« E/CN.4/Sub.2, 404 (vols. I to HI). (f>) Implementation of United Nations resolutions relating to the right of peoples under colonial and foreign domination to self-determination;17 and expresses its thanks to their authors; 16. Requests the Secretary-General to give maxi­ mum publicity to the Declaration on the Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries and Peoples and to give the widest possible publicity to the struggle being waged by oppressed peoples for the realization of their self-determination and national independence; 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be focused on international relations, human rights, and colonialism, with specific references to the Middle East and the Palestinian people. It does not mention economic development, natural resources, or industry, but rather emphasizes the importance of self-determination, human rights, and humanitarian aid.

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