UN chief condemns US-Israeli attacks on Iran. He will soon brief the Security Council
Key Points:
Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Iran, stating that such actions violate international law, including the U.N. Charter.
Guterres, who is scheduled to brief the 15-member United Nations Security Council, warned that both the attacks and Iran’s retaliatory actions undermine international peace and security.
He has called for an immediate return to negotiations to de-escalate the situation and prevent further military escalation.
Context:
The incident occurred during an emergency Security Council meeting, where tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran reached a critical point.
Multiple international news outlets reported the UN chief’s statement, emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions over military action.