UN General Assembly
1968

77. We listened carefully and with full understanding to the appeal made by the representative of Czechoslovakia in his statement of 4 October [1682nd meeting] to this Assembly. We share his hope that, through understanding, the situation will be normalized, with full respect for the aspirations of the people of Czechoslovakia, who have demonstrated the highest level of political wisdom — love for peace and dignity during the most trying moments which could occur in the life of any nation. We hope the peaceful efforts for the withdrawal of foreign troops will meet with success as soon as possible. 78. The situation in Europe and the great necessity for détente and peaceful coexistence in that continent are of great concern to us—not only because it is of world-wide importance but also because of the very close bonds of friendship we have with the European countries, Western and Eastern.