By extending UNPREDEP's mandate until 31 May 1997, the Council also signalled the reduction of its military component by 300 by 30 April 1997 with a view to concluding its mandate when circumstances permitted.[2] All Member States were urged to positively consider requests from the Secretary-General for assistance to be provided to UNPREDEP, requesting the Secretary-General to report back to the Council by 15 April 1997 on recommendations for the future of the international presence in Macedonia.