§ 84. Mr. HaywardTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a further statement about the Government's role in attempting to bring about a ceasefire between Iraq and Iran.
§ 91. Dr. ReidTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent initiatives Her Majesty's Government has taken towards a resolution of the Iran-Iraq war.
§ Mr. MellorWe played a leading role in the adoption of Security Council resolution 598 which provides a solid foundation for a lasting peace between Iran and Iraq. As permanent members of the Security Council we continue to support wholeheartedly the secretary general's efforts to obtain implementation of the resolution, including an immediate ceasefire. We are also seeking to make progress on parallel work on enforcement measures, as agreed by the Foreign Ministers of the Five on 25 September.
600W
§ 90. Sir John FarrTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on the latest situation in the Gulf.
§ Mr. MellorThe situation in the Gulf remains very tense. The Iraqis continue to attack Iranian shuttle tankers and oil installations, and the Iranians to retaliate against third-country shipping. We constantly urge the utmost restraint on all parties. We believe that the only effective way to reduce the tension is through the immediate and total implementation of Security Council resolution 598 by Iran and Iraq.