United Nations Security Council Resolution 396

United Nations Security Council Resolution 396, adopted on October 22, 1976, considered a report by the Secretary-General regarding the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force and noted the discussions the Secretary-General had had with all the concerned parties in the Middle East situation. The Council expressed its concern over the continuing tension in the area and decided:

(a) To renew the mandate of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force for another year, until October 24, 1977;(b) To request that the Secretary-General keep the Security Council informed on further developments;(c) To call upon all parties to immediately implement resolution 338 (1973).

The Council adopted the resolution by 13 votes to none; China and Libya did not participate in the vote.