05/11/1999
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"For the sake of their people, the leaders of Ethiopia and Eritrea must immediately halt the fighting and recommit themselves to diplomatic efforts to secure a peaceful settlement."
"A peaceful solution can and must be found without delay."
"The return to hostilities cannot bring about a lasting solution to this dispute."
"I am deeply concerned by the heavy fighting along the border between Ethiopia and Eritrea."