UN Secretary-General Condemns Middle East Military Escalation, Calls for De-escalation

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the recent military escalation in the Middle East involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, emphasizing that such actions undermine international peace and security. He called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and urged all member states to respect their obligations under international law, including the UN Charter. Guterres warned that failure to de-escalate could lead to a wider regional conflict with serious consequences for civilians and stability. The UN Security Council is scheduled to discuss the situation.