UN Secretary-General on US Bombing of Iran: 'We Must Not Give Up On Peace'

Perilous Turn After US Bombing

• ⚠️ The bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities by the United States is described as a perilous turn in an already unstable region.
• 🗣️ The UN Secretary-General had previously made a direct appeal to "Give peace a chance," which was not heeded.

Condemnation of Escalation

• 🌍 The speaker has repeatedly condemned any military escalation in the Middle East.
• 💔 The people of the region cannot endure another cycle of destruction, risking a downward spiral of retaliation.

Call for Diplomacy and De-escalation

• 🕊️ Diplomacy must prevail to avoid wider conflict.
• 🤝 There is an urgent need to halt the fighting and return to serious, sustained negotiations on the Iran nuclear program.
• 🔍 A credible, comprehensive, and verifiable solution is required, including full access for IAEA inspectors.

International Law and UN Role

• 📜 The Non-Proliferation Treaty is a cornerstone of international peace and security, which Iran must respect.
• ⚖️ All member states must act in accordance with their obligations under the UN Charter and international law, including humanitarian law.
• 🌐 The United Nations stands ready to support efforts toward a peaceful resolution, but peace must be chosen, not imposed.

Choice Between War and Peace

• 💥 A choice exists between a path leading to wider war and deeper human suffering, and another leading to de-escalation, diplomacy, and dialogue.
• 🚨 All member states are urged to act with reason, restraint, and urgency to avoid giving up on peace.