UN General Assembly
1995

States to ponder carefully how these problems can be effectively contained. We are encouraged by recent events to hope that the ugly conflict in Bosnia and Herzegovina can and will be solved, and we must pay tribute to the United States for this development. We also note with appreciation the recent Israeli- Palestinian accords signed in Washington as another milestone in the progress towards genuine peace in the Middle East. We would, however, urge all parties to show more flexibility and understanding in ensuring a comprehensive solution to the Middle East problem, which, inter alia, would include full self-determination for the Palestinian people and the restoration of occupied Arab lands. No conflict can be resolved without the willingness of the parties to be reasonable and ready for compromise. 13 The Afghans, the Somalis and others stand in danger of neglect and they must wake up to this reality. The leaders of the warring parties in these countries must appreciate the enormous responsibility on their shoulders not to condemn their compatriots to senseless slaughter in perpetuity.