UN chief Antonio Guterres expresses serious concern over escalating crisis in West Asia

 United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed serious concern over the escalating crisis in West Asia, warning that the situation poses a major threat to global peace and security. In a social media post, Guterres said the unfolding conflict has caused immense suffering for civilians and urged all sides to move towards de-escalation and dialogue.

The unfolding crisis in the Middle East constitutes a grave threat to international peace and security and has caused immense suffering for civilians, he said. Calling for an immediate end to hostilities, the UN chief emphasised that diplomacy remains the only viable path forward. De-escalation and dialogue are the only way out, Guterres said, urging all parties to cease hostilities, uphold international law, protect civilians and return immediately to negotiations.