to the President of the Security Council I should like to call your attention to the serious situation arising as a result of military threats and provocations by the United States of America directed against the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya with a view to creating a state of tension that could jeopardize the security and peace of the region. The dispatch by the United States of A WAC.S air­ craft to one of the neighbouring countries of the Lib­ yan Arab Jamahiriya and the movement of the aircraft-carrier Nimitz, together with some naval ves­ sels to be stationed close to the Libyan coast, consti­ tute an obvious provocation and a flagrant violation of international principles of conduct and laws. These acts, which have no justification at all. and the hostile statements by United States officials, as well as the widespread media campaign that accompanied them, confirm the aggressive intentions of the United States Administration against the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya. In bringing this matter to your attention, I should like to assure you of the concern of the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya for peace and security in the region and that the United States will be held responsible for the con­ sequences of any developments that may arise from its aforementioned actions. The continued flying of United States reconnais­ sance and jamming planes over our borders has created a dangerous situation and disrupted civil communications inside the Jamahiriya. Also, the pres­ ence of the United States Sixth Fleet near our [ Original: Arabic] [/8 February 1983] coastline could lead to the development of a grave situation posing a threat not only to peace in the area but to international peace and security as well. The United States would be fully responsible for that. The Jamahiriya confirms that there is no tension at 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a diplomatic statement expressing concern and condemnation of military actions and threats by the United States towards Libya. The language used is formal and official, suggesting a high-level communication between governments. The content focuses on international relations, security, and peace, which are all relevant to international diplomacy and global politics.

**Category**
International relations, Security