United Nations Security Council Resolution 188 facts for kids

United Nations Security Council Resolution 188 was a special decision made by the United Nations Security Council on April 9, 1964. This resolution was about a disagreement between the Yemen Arab Republic (often called North Yemen) and the United Kingdom.

The problem started when Yemen complained that the United Kingdom had launched an air attack on its land on March 28. This attack happened in a place called Harib. The Security Council was very concerned about this attack. They also noted that there had been at least 40 other attacks in that area.

The United Kingdom also had a complaint. They said that Yemen had flown planes into the air space of the Federation of South Arabia. This area was under British protection at the time.

What the Resolution Asked For

The United Nations Security Council wanted to stop the fighting. They asked both the Yemen Arab Republic and the United Kingdom to be very careful. They wanted them to avoid any more conflicts in the future.

The Council also asked the Secretary-General to help. The Secretary-General is the main leader of the UN. His job was to try and find a peaceful solution between the two sides. This is called using his "good offices." It means he would act as a neutral helper to solve the problem.

How the Resolution Was Passed

The resolution was put to a vote. Nine countries voted in favor of it. No countries voted against it.

However, two countries chose not to vote either way. These were the United Kingdom and the United States. When a country chooses not to vote, it is called "abstaining." This means they did not support or oppose the resolution. Even with these abstentions, the resolution was officially adopted.

See also

• List of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 101 to 200 (1953–1965)