rn~niIr~icpn an aan~tinna WAR S, very ~a~+li~~e~d matter for the Soviet Union. It was ~. ~.. --._ __- a difficult decision, because the draft resolution directly affects a whole set of relationship between us and Iraq that have been developing Over many years now. B’X/ed S/WI. 2933 32 (Mr. Lozinsky, USSR) iJe value the relations of co-z,peration with Iraq that have developed over many year 5. We could not, hwever , fail to make a principled evaluation of what had occurrea. Neither our principles nor the new politicaL thinkinq allow us to use double standards here. We do not advocate hasty decisions, but we must face the fact thar the pace of the events taking place - event& which started with the sudden invasion of Iraqi forces into Kuwait - dictates that we take the necessary steps immediately, includinq steps by the Security Council, in accordance with the direct requiremants of the United Nations Charter. We fully realise this, and we therefore have supported the co-ordinated acticn which the internationaL community has been forced to take by the situation that has developed. We base ourselves on the fundamental principles of international law, totaL compliance with which is indispensable if we are to have a civflized system of law and order. This situation can be changed in only one way: imsmdiate and full implementation of the requirement that Iraq withdraw its forces from Kuwait. We are counting cn the Iraqi Government to do everything possible not only ti fulfil that requirement effectively but also to convince the world that its deeds match its words. An immrtant role in resolving the Iraq-Kuwait crisis will be played by the Arab countries, acting individually and throuqh the machinery of the League of Arab State8. We have welcomed, with hops, the news that the Arab countries will 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a speech or statement from a high-ranking official of the Soviet Union, likely from the United Nations, addressing the crisis between Iraq and Kuwait. The language used is formal and diplomatic, indicating a focus on international relations and politics rather than any of the other categories. The text does not mention specific economic, environmental, or technological issues, but rather emphasizes the importance of international law, cooperation, and the resolution of the crisis.

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