Lodge announced that he interpreted “adequate reparation” in Argentina’s resolution to mean apology from Israel, which Mrs. Meir openly offered, and the passing of the resolution. Had the U.S.A. been subjected to pressure by the Jews? By the U.K. and France? To my surprise, Amadeo did not protest. Later, he only stated that interpretation was to be left to Argentina and Israel jointly. Sobolev seized the opportunity to press for an interpretation from Amadeo. He likewise used the occasion to condemn West Germany. Lodge took up the issue and lambasted East Germany.
The debate lasted all morning and all afternoon. Vote: 8 in favor, 2 abstentions—the U.S.S.R. and Poland—and 1 non-voting—Argentina.
Gave a luncheon to Security Council in Ambassador Hotel.
By the evening, I was completely exhausted.