deal with internatiaaal conflicts and elimisrate nuolear confrontation. WI6 L. AJ4O/PV.19 61 . (Hr. Al-Nuamf, United Arab Emirates) failures eazountcmd by the United Nstiom in fulfilling its objectives. Crfticim of its weakmeeees and lack of efdectiveneee ie basically due ta the f~ustratdon eom feel st the esealating danger of nuoleer war and the failure to iupleamt resohations adapted by the United Nation& This criticfear ia valid if viewed from the perapeetive of causes, but laokc writ if viewed on the basis of objectives. The baeia taeponeibdlityp in our view, lies in the absence of the Political will of certain States, particularly the major Powers, and their use of pressure, whfah prevent this Organization from fulfilling it8 peaceful, humanitar iau role. The events in our 6ulf region emphasize the need for the United Nations to play its part in the settlement y-f disputes among States by peaceful means. The destructive war between the two Muslim neighbours, Iraq and Iran, hae been in progress for a long time, having entered its sixth year, with the loss of thousands of innocent lives and rubrtantial material dwge, at the expense of development in both countr tea, This haa been to the detriment of the well-being of the two nations. Ftcnn the Outset my aountry ha6 ertated its position regarding that war and warned agsinet Its detrfmntal consequences for peace and security in the Gulf region. WC have always been and continue to be convinced t!Iat the only way to end the waL’ and ita destructive effects ie by mean8 of peaceful negotiations tL settle the problems between the two countries in a manner that will preserve the national rights of both parties. MY country has demonstrated its position practically by participating in the efforts to bring an end, once and for all, to thfs diapu+e. 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the role of the United Nations in resolving international conflicts and promoting peace and security. It specifically mentions the destructive war between Iraq and Iran and the need for peaceful negotiations to settle disputes. The text does not mention economic development, natural resources, or industry, but it does touch on humanitarian concerns and the impact of war on the well-being of nations. Therefore, it is likely that the text falls under a category related to international relations and peacekeeping.

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