of Kuwait must be respected, and that Security Council resolution 660 (1990) must be implemented immediately, effectively and in real earnest. In keeping with that position and taking into conaideratiar tbe pressing demand of many Arab countries , we shall vote in favour of the draft resolution n&1 before the Council. Secondly, it is our hope that the Arab countries will continue makinq mediatirn efforts with a view to finding a peaceful solution ta the differences between the Arab States. We shall support those efforts. We believe that. the Security Council should also encouraqe, support and facilitate such effoc’rs. JP/pt S/W.2933 29-30 (Mr. Li Daoyu, China) Thirdly, we call upon all parties concerned to abide by the principles of the United Nations Charter and norms governing international relations and to refrain from taking step3 that would aggravate the situation , so as to safeguard peace and security in the Gulf region. Mr. MZINSKY (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) (interpretation from Russ ian) : The Soviet Union has been following with concern the recent exacerbation of relations between Iraq and Kuwait. We in the Soviet Union were deeply concerned by the newS that cm the morning of 2 August Iraq% troops had invaded Kuwaiti territory. The Soviet Union believes that no matters in dispute, however complicated they may be, cm justify the use of force. This development goes radically against the interests of the Arab States and creates further obstacles to the settlement of conflict situations in the Middle East. It also goes against the positive international trends and the improvement in international life. In its statement dated 2 August , the Soviet Government expressed the conviction that the elimination of the tension and danger in the Persian Gulf would 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement discussing a specific international conflict, referencing the United Nations Security Council and the use of force. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating a high-level international discussion. The content focuses on the conflict between Iraq and Kuwait, and the desire for a peaceful resolution.

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