Cabinet to-day discussed position and affirmed basic approach in
our 273. [1]

It is noted from telegram from Beasley [2] that United Kingdom is
chary of action under Article 41 at the moment. Government does
not wish to make a firm decision until United States and United
Kingdom views become clearer, but would favour supporting United
States in some form of sanctions and would hope that United
Kingdom would join if United States took the lead.

Press statement which includes reference to sanctions issued today
is contained in immediately following in clear telegram.