Report: Witkoff held secret meeting with UAE security chief over Iran
<i>Axios</i> reports that White House envoy Steve Witkoff secretly met UAE security chief Sheikh Tahnoon in Sardinia as Washington intensifies economic pressure on Iran.
The United Nations' Secretary-General expressed deep concern over recent strikes between the United States and Iran, particularly condemning the attacks on civilians. The UN spokesperson reported that a strike reportedly hit a wedding ceremony in Iran, resulting in civilian casualties. The secretary-general emphasized that all parties must adhere to international humanitarian law, specifically respecting the principles of distinction, proportionality, and precaution.
He urged the United States and Iran to urgently return to diplomacy, asserting that a comprehensive and durable settlement can only be achieved through dialogue and negotiations.
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