UN Security Council Resolution 338, Middle East

Published October 23, 1973

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UN Security Council Resolution 338, Middle East

The resolution calls for a cease fire in 1973 war and implementation of Security Resolution 242. Essential terminology in this resolution is the rare Security Council "decision," not just a demand or recommendation.

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