having heard the statements of the representatives of Israel and the United Arab Republic, deeply re­ grets the loss of life, and requires the parties strictly to observe the cease-fire called for by the Security Council's resolutions." Resolution 258 (1968) of 18 September 1968 The Security Council, Recalling the declaration of the President of the Security Council of 9 September 1968, as made at the 1448th meeting of the Council, Gravely concerned about the deteriorating situation in the Middle East, Convinced that all Members of the United Nations should co-operate towards a peaceful settlement in the Middle East, l. Insists that the cease-fire ordered by the Security Council in its resolutions must be rigorously respected; 2. Reaffirms its resolution 242 (1%7) of 22 No­ vember 1967, and urges all the parties to extend their fullest co-operation to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in the speedy fulfilment of the mandate entrusted to him under that resolution. Adopted at the 1452nd meet­ ing by 14 votes to none, with 1 abstention ( Algeria). Decisions At its 1453rd meeting, on 20 September 1968, the Council decided to invite the representatives of Jordan, Israel and the United Arab Republic to participate, without vote, in the discussion of the item entitled: "The situation in the Middle East: Letter dated 17 September 1968 addressed to the President of the Security Council by the representatives of Pakistan and Senegal (S/8819)".36 At its 1454th meeting, on 27 September 1968, the Council decided to invite the representative of Syria to participate, without vote, in the discussion of the question. Resolution 259 ( 1968) of 27 September 1968 The Security Council, Concerned with the safety, welfare and security of 88/bid. 11 the inhabitants of the Arab territories under military occupation by Israel following the hostilities of 5 June 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be related to international relations and conflict resolution, specifically in the context of the Middle East. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating a formal resolution or decision made by the United Nations Security Council. The text does not mention any economic, environmental, or social issues, but rather focuses on the cessation of hostilities and the promotion of peace in the region.

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