rity Council in order to prevent the further escalation of a pattern which provokes a cycle of violence. We do so, not to devalue United Nations resolutions, but to enhance the value of the Security Council. We do so, knowing full well what awaits us; knowing full well that there are members of the Council reluctant to accept our assessment- although they might accept it when it is too late. There are members which intend to block any deterrence that this Council can apply in order to establish a climate of peace conducive to a just and comprehensive peace in the area. 18. We in the League of Arab States are aware that what is taking place today exemplifies what has been done in the past by the Israeli occupation authorities and, more impor- tant, is a sample of what might take place in the future if the process is not arrested at the proper moment. Inherent in this situation are incalculable dangers, with crisis- management becoming more and more difficult and ulti- mately impossible, with polarization reaching acute dimensions which could threaten not only peace in the region, but the basic rights of peoples everywhere. The ideology of violence has been spreading like an infection, and we have been trying to halt it. The resolutions of the Arab League summits are an investment in the option of peace. 2 19. That is why we believe the Security Council can pre- pare the ground for something that is vital-the convening of an international conference, under United Nations aus- pices, where all the issues that emerge from the Arab- Israeli conff ict would be dealt with simultaneously in so far as they impact upon each other. Therefore, we think that a proper resolution that would deter and arrest the flow of 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement or a resolution from the League of Arab States, addressing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the potential consequences of inaction. The language used is formal and political, emphasizing the need for peace, deterrence, and a comprehensive solution to the conflict. The text does not mention specific economic, industrial, or environmental issues, but rather focuses on the political and humanitarian aspects of the conflict.

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