Security Council Resolution 598 (1987) [Requesting the Secretary-General to Dispatch Observers to Supervise the Cease-Fire Between Iraq and the Islamic Republic of Iran]

Demands that, as a first step towards a negotiated settlement, the Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq observe an immediate cease-fire, discontinue all military actions on land, at sea and in the air, and withdraw all forces to the internationally recognized boundaries without delay;

Requests the Secretary-General to dispatch a team of United Nations observers to verify, confirm and supervise the cease-fire and withdrawal and further requests the Secretary-General to make the necessary arrangements in consultation with the Parties and to submit a report thereon to the Security Council;

Urges that prisoners-of-war be released and repatriated without delay after the cessation of active hostilities in accordance with the Third Geneva Convention of 12 August I 949;"

Calls upon Iran and Iraq to co-operate with the Secretary-General in implementing this resolution and in mediation efforts to achieve a comprehensive, just and honourable settlement, acceptable to both sides. of all outstanding issues, in accordance with the principles contained in the Charter of the United Nations;

Calls upon all other States to exercise the utmost restraint and to refrain from any act which may lead to

Requests the Secretary-General to explore. in consultation with Iran and Iraq. the question of entrusting an impartial body with inquiring into responsibility for the conflict and to report to the Council as soon as possible;

Requests the Secretary-General to keep the Council informed on the implementation of this resolution;