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United Nations Security Council Resolution 638
United Nations Security Council resolution 638, adopted unanimously on 31 July 1989, after reaffirming resolutions United Nations Security Council Resolution 579, 579 (1985) and United Nations Security Council Resolution 618, 618 (1988), the Council expressed its deep concern at the prevalence in incidents of hostage, hostage-taking having grave consequences for the international community and relations between states. The Council recalled various United Nations General Assembly, General Assembly and other resolutions, condemning all incidents of hostage-taking and abductions and calling for the immediate safe release of hostages wherever they are. It also called on States to use their political influence, in accordance with the United Nations Charter, to secure the safe release of hostages and abducted persons. The resolution also asked Member States not party to the International Convention Against the Taking of Hostages to become party to it and other treaties. Finally, the Co ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
United Nations Security Council Resolution 579
United Nations Security Council resolution 579, adopted unanimously on 18 December 1985, in a meeting called by the United States, the Council expressed its deep concern at the prevalence in incidents of hostage, hostage-taking having grave consequences for the international community and relations between states. The Council recalled various United Nations General Assembly, General Assembly and other resolutions, condemning all incidents of hostage-taking and abductions and calling for the immediate safe release of hostages wherever they are. It also affirmed the responsibility of Member States in whose territory hostages are being held to take all appropriate measures to secure the safe release of hostages. The resolution also asked Member States not party to the International Convention Against the Taking of Hostages to become party to it and other treaties. Finally, the Council urged greater cooperation in devising and adopting effective measures in accordance with internatio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |