without saying that the initiative of engaging the United Nations in this blockade is nothing but subterfuge, whilst, on the very eve of the unilateral declaration of indepen- dence in Rhodesia in 1965, the same British Government had given firm assurances to Ian Smith that it would never resort to force in Rhodesia against British businessmen. 36. This is how the Pearce Commission was conceived to give legitimacy to the rebellion of the British settlers. Against all predictions, the test of the proposals for an alleged settlement in Rhodesia paradoxically led to the categorical expression by the Zimbabwe people of its will to determine its fate by rejecting, through an historical “no”, the proposed referendum. 37. Great Britain, like its rebel protegbs, should now confront the popular struggle which has replaced the apparent calm of which Mr. Smith was so proud. The liberation struggle, waged under a unified military com- mand of the liberation movements of Zimbabwe, which has started and which the Organization of African Unity will support until final victory, will burn not only in Rhodesia but in the whole of southern Africa, and in the Portuguese Territories of Africa, to shatter the unholy alliance of racism and imperialism. 38. This action of the Zimbabwe people, which will inevitably lead to victory, was reaffirmed when Ian Smith, in a suicidal act of economic blackmail, closed the borders S between Rhodesia and Zimbabwe. But such a decision will very soon lead him to shorten the days of the white settlers in Rhodesia. The courageous decision of President Kaunda, approved by the Security Council through the assistance rendered by a peace mission sent to Zambia, is the best proof of the support which the Council and the interna- tional community give to Zambia. 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a political statement or a manifesto, discussing the situation in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) and the actions of the British government, Ian Smith, and the liberation movements. It seems to be focused on the themes of colonialism, imperialism, and the struggle for independence. The language used is formal and rhetorical, suggesting a high-level political or diplomatic document.

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