UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday strongly condemned Iran’s missile strike against Israel, addressing concerns raised by Israel that he had not explicitly called out Tehran in his earlier statement on the escalating conflict.
Speaking during an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council, Guterres clarified his stance, emphasizing that his initial condemnation of the “broadening conflict” encompassed all parties involved, including Iran. He further stated, “As should have been obvious yesterday in the context of the condemnation I expressed, I again strongly condemn yesterday’s massive missile attacks by Iran on Israel.”
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The missile attack, which saw around 200 rockets launched at Israel by Iran, marks a significant escalation in the regional conflict, prompting calls for restraint from international bodies. Israeli officials had earlier criticized Guterres for not directly naming Iran in his initial response, sparking tension within diplomatic circles.
This statement from the UN chief aims to clarify the global body’s position on the conflict, as the situation in the Middle East continues to intensify. Further details on the unfolding crisis are expected as the Security Council debates possible responses to the growing violence.
More updates to follow…