UN General Assembly
1975

109. I do not wish to leave the problem of the Middle East without also mentioning the present tragic events in Lebanon, a country with which we have ties of friendship. The territorial integrity and independence of that State are essential elements in the equilibrium • in the Middle East. May we express the hope that, without any foreign interference, peace may be restored to it very soon? 110. Belgium is disappointed that the remarkable efforts of the Secretary-General have not made it possible for the dialog between the Greek and Turkish communities on the island to move toward a settlement of the Cypriot problem. Further efforts must be made as soon as possible and the United Nations role is to encourage the parties to reach an agreement. It is then essential that no unilateral action which might lead to a deterioration in this situation be taken.