UN Secretary-General calls for immediate cessation of hostilities - Speech Brief
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2 March 2026 16:30 UTC · UN Secretary-General · UN SG Press Release · Source · Email X Link

UN Secretary-General calls for immediate cessation of hostilities

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  • Condemns military escalation in the Middle East
  • Calls for immediate cessation of hostilities and return to negotiations

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  • Condemns military escalation in the Middle East, citing use of force by the United States and Israel against Iran and subsequent Iranian retaliation.
  • Stresses that all Member States must respect obligations under international law, including the UN Charter's prohibition on the threat or use of force.
  • Calls for immediate de-escalation, return to negotiations, and warns that failure risks wider regional conflict with grave consequences for civilians.
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Secretary-General Statements and Messages The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres: I condemn today’s military escalation in the Middle East. The use of force by the United States and Israel against Iran, and the subsequent retaliation by Iran across the region, undermine international peace and security. All Member States must respect their obligations under...

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