UN Chief: Ceasefires in Lebanon, Iran, and Gaza Must Be Respected

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres voiced profound alarm on Monday regarding the escalating conflict in the Middle East. He issued an urgent plea for all warring parties to halt hostilities immediately.

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All attacks must cease immediately. Ceasefires in Lebanon, Iran, and Gaza must be fully respected, and any steps that could undermine ongoing diplomatic efforts must be avoided.

"All attacks must cease immediately. Ceasefires in Lebanon, Iran, and Gaza must be fully respected, and any steps that could undermine ongoing diplomatic efforts must be avoided," Guterres stated in a post on the social media platform X.

The UN chief also expressed deep concern over Israel's decision to close crossings into Gaza. He reiterated his call for the immediate opening of all crossings to ensure the swift, safe, and unimpeded passage of humanitarian assistance throughout the Gaza Strip.

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I am deeply concerned by Israel’s decision to close the crossings into Gaza and reiterate my call for the urgent opening of all crossings, to ensure the swift, safe and unimpeded passage of humanitarian assistance throughout Gaza.

Guterres reaffirmed that a military solution to the conflicts in the Middle East is unattainable. He emphasized that dialogue and negotiation represent the sole viable path forward, urging all stakeholders to pursue diplomatic solutions that promote regional and international peace and security.

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There is no military solution to the conflicts in the Middle East.