UN chief urges US, Iran to 'return urgently to diplomacy' after renewed attacks
UN chief urges US, Iran to 'return urgently to diplomacy' after renewed attacks UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday expressed "grave concern" after renewed strikes between the US and Iran, and condemned all attacks against civilians. "The secretary-general is deeply alarmed by reports of civilian casualties, including a strike that reportedly hit a wedding ceremony in Iran," UN…
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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