UN General Assembly
1965

207. We wish to reaffirm that we condemn also anything which may, directly or indirectly, lead to war, whether cold or hot, localized or general; the history of nations has eloquently demonstrated how painful are the consequences of war: the emergence of divided nations, separated families desperately awaiting the reconstruction of their ruined homes. That kind of situation calls for a humanitarian and speedy solution which can properly be found only through the application of the principle of self-determination; that is the only possible way to reunification which is the prelude to desirable political stability. 208. In this connexion, everything possible must be done to bring about the peaceful reunification of Germany and of Korea. The competence and the authority of the United Nations with regard to Korea must' be recognized by all the parties concerned.