Middle East LIVE: Diplomacy in Focus as Escalation ‘Reverberates Across Borders and Continents’, Warns UN Chief

UN chief wants escalation risks 'full war' in region

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the ceasefire in the region was "more like a lesser fire" as the US and Iran exchange strikes.

UN chief wants escalation risks ‘full war’ in region

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the ceasefire in the region was “more like a lesser fire” as the US and Iran exchange strikes. Source link

Middle East LIVE: Diplomacy in focus as escalation ‘reverberates across borders and continents’, warns UN chief

Nearly four months after the latest Middle East crisis erupted and despite a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, tensions continue to reverberate across the region and beyond. The UN Security Council held a high-level debate on advancing political solutions in the Middle East on Wednesday, amid continuing conflicts, humanitarian emergencies and concerns over regional stability. Follow live in-depth meetings coverage here.

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