national independence, and despite the fact that the Palestinian State of Jordan is already a full-fledged Member of the United Nations. 101. Notwithstanding this sombre view of Egypt’s position, Israel does not give up hope for peace and understanding with its neighbours. Israel will continue to search for peace with perseverance and goodwill. It will strive for peace with determination to safeguard its rights, but also with understanding and respect for the rights trlf other States. It will be steadfast-in the defence of its vie\& but at all times considerate of the views of its neighbours. It will explore all realistic possibilities to attain genuine peace. 102. The melancholy chronicle of peace-making cfforls in the last six years has much to tell about such possibilities. To ignore the lessons of those years would leave US in the morass of frustration. If there is a sincere desire for peace. the mistakes of the past will not be repeated. If the road ti) peace is to be kept open, it will not be encumbered with new barriers even before the old ones have been removed. 103. The preceding years have made it abundantly clear that the use of force against Israel is futile and will not bring closer a solution of the conflict. The rights to life and freedom and security are too precious for force to have any effect on the Israeli people’s unity and determination to guard and defend them. 104. The people of Israel have demonstrated that tlW face with equal resolve other forms of coercion. The Arab States have tried to bring it about in a variety of ways. They thought to exert pressure through one-sided reso- lutions in the United Nations and in other international organizations. Egypt and other Arab States have attempted 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the political situation and conflicts between Israel and its neighbors, particularly Egypt and Arab States. It mentions the desire for peace, the use of force, and the importance of understanding and respect for each other's rights. The text does not mention any specific economic, environmental, or social issues, but rather focuses on the political and diplomatic aspects of the conflict.

**Category**
International relations, Politics