text: deadlock. Our inability to act could easily appear to be a reflection of the weaknesses and shortcomings of the United Nations. It is our duty to act and to act swiftly, for the Organization bears a great responsibility in the tragedy of the Palestinian people. We must face squarely up to Israel’s challenge to the Organization’s authority in refusing to implement its resolutions and to its threat which hangs heavily over the neighbouring member States. We recall the recommendation made by the General Assembly at its last session to the Security Council to take appropriate action [resolution 2949 (XXV.I)J. There can be no doubt that the Assembly is referring to Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations when it advocates action to be taken against the State of Israel. On 5 June 1967 the world witnessed an act of aggression, perpetrated by the Israeli forces against the Arab countries. Just as in the case of South Africa, Rhodesia and Portugal, the Security Council has an obligation to take action against Israel. 134. Africa, for its part, has defined very clearly and unequivocally its position on the conflict in the Middle East. It: (a) Unreservedly supports the Arab countries in their just fight; (b) Draws the attention of Israel to the danger threaten- ing the security and unity of the African continent as a result of its continued aggression and refusal to evacuate the territories of the State victims of that aggression and declares that the attitude of Israel might lead OAU Member States to take, at the African level, individually or collectively, political and economic measures against it, in conformity with the principles contained in the OAU and United Nations Charters; (c) Earnestly calls upon the big Powers supplying Israel with all forms of arms and military equipment and granting 
analysis: This text appears to be a diplomatic statement or a resolution, focusing on the situation in the Middle East, specifically the conflict between Israel and the Arab countries. It mentions the United Nations, its resolutions, and the actions that need to be taken. The text is more focused on politics and international relations than any specific economic, social, or environmental issue.