UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Thursday that the conflict in the Middle East could escalate into a wider war. He emphasized that the current situation poses a serious threat to the region and the world as a whole. Guterres called on all parties to exercise maximum restraint and return to the negotiating table. He also noted that the UN is ready to assist in resolving the conflict.
UN Secretary-General warns of Middle East conflict escalation
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Thursday that the conflict in the Middle East could escalate into a wider war. He emphasized that the current situation poses a serious threat to the region and the world as a whole. Guterres called on all parties to exercise maximum restraint and return to the negotiating table. He also noted that the UN is ready to assist in resolving the conflict.