UN Secretary-General Guterres: No Military Solution to Middle East Conflict
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated there is no military solution to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, following weeks of destruction and suffering.
In a post on X, Guterres called for the resumption of talks to reach an agreement. "The ceasefire must be strictly maintained. All violations must cease," he said.
Guterres emphasized that all parties must respect freedom of navigation, including in the Strait of Hormuz, in line with international law.
The remarks come after Iran and the United States agreed to a two-week ceasefire last week.
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Where reports agree
- Guterres issued a statement on the Middle East conflict via X post calling for talks, ceasefire maintenance, and end to violations.
- Guterres emphasized respect for freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran and US agreed to a two-week ceasefire last week.
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