United Nations Security Council Resolution 573

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United Nations Security Council resolution 573, adopted on 4 October 1985, after hearing a complaint by Tunisia, the Council condemned an air raid on the country by the Air Force of Israel on 1 October.

The Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) headquarters was targeted in the attack, after Israel had responded to the murder of three Israeli citizens in Cyprus.

[1] The Council reminded States to refrain from threats or the use of force in their international relations, in accordance with the United Nations Charter.

It also noted that Tunisia had the right to reparations considering the loss of life and material damage caused.