United Nations Security Council Resolution 339

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United Nations resolution adopted in 1973 

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Date23 October 1973
Meeting no.1747
CodeS/RES/339 ([ Document])
SubjectThe situation in the Middle East
Voting summary
  • 14 voted for
  • None voted against
  • None abstained
ResultAdopted
Permanent members



United Nations Security Council Resolution 339 was adopted on 23 October 1973, during the Yom Kippur War. The resolution was a follow-up to United Nations Security Council Resolution 338, which called for a ceasefire and the start of negotiations aimed at establishing a just and durable peace in the Middle East.

Background[edit | edit source]

The Yom Kippur War, also known as the October War, was fought from 6 to 25 October 1973 by a coalition of Arab states led by Egypt and Syria against Israel. The conflict began with a surprise attack on the Jewish holy day of Yom Kippur. The war led to significant casualties and heightened tensions in the region.

Provisions[edit | edit source]

Resolution 339 reaffirmed the terms of Resolution 338, which called for an immediate ceasefire and the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 242. Resolution 339 specifically called for:

  • The immediate and complete cessation of all hostilities.
  • The return of the forces of the two sides to the positions they occupied at the time of the ceasefire.
  • The dispatch of United Nations observers to supervise the ceasefire.

Voting[edit | edit source]

The resolution was adopted with 14 votes in favor, none against, and no abstentions. China, a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, did not participate in the voting.

Aftermath[edit | edit source]

The adoption of Resolution 339 led to the establishment of the United Nations Emergency Force (UNEF) to supervise the ceasefire and the disengagement of forces. The resolution played a crucial role in de-escalating the conflict and paved the way for subsequent peace negotiations, including the Camp David Accords.

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External links[edit | edit source]

  • [Link to the full text of the resolution]
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