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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

TL;DR

- UN Security Council Resolution 242, adopted unanimously on 22 November 1967, set the land-for-peace framework for resolving the Arab-Israeli conflict after the Six-Day War.
- Why is the wording of Resolution 242's withdrawal clause disputed?
- How are Resolutions 242 and 338 related?
- Does Resolution 242 mention Palestinians by name?
- Under which chapter of the UN Charter was Resolution 242 adopted?

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1. 22 November 1967

   UN Security Council Resolution 242, adopted unanimously on , set the land-for-peace framework for resolving the Arab-Israeli conflict after the Six-Day War.

2. 22 October 1973

   Resolution 242 was reaffirmed and operationalised by Security Council Resolution 338 (), adopted during the Yom Kippur War, which called for a ceasefire and…

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