357.AK/6–2651: Telegram
The United States Deputy Representative at the United Nations (Gross) to the Secretary of State
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1716. For Hickerson from Gross. Re: Deptel No. 966, June 6, efforts of GOC. On basis discussion in Dept during my visit June 19, I understand Dept wished USUN to hold up any action on suggestion in para 4, reftel, until Dept had opportunity to consider matter further. In light of Malik speech June 23 and its aftermath, I assume Dept does [Page 555] not wish action taken in accordance with para 4. Unless instructed to contrary, therefore, we shall regard para 4 as not presently operational.
Although purpose this message primarily for clarification of record, would appreciate any further guidance Dept may think appropriate re attitude toward GOC under present circumstances. For my part, I do not perceive need to take initiative in contacting GOC. However, it is possible that they may approach us on short notice at any time for our reactions to the present situation. If so, I recommend we be authorized to hear their views, and go no further than perhaps to outline to them some questions which appear to rise out of Malik speech, as summarized in Deptel No. 831 to Moscow, June 25.