Guterres' Plea for Peace: Avoiding Uncontrollable Conflict
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres cautioned that the Israel-Iran conflict could escalate uncontrollably and urged involved parties to pursue peace. He addressed the UN Security Council as European foreign ministers met with Iran to discuss a nuclear deal, despite ongoing attacks from Israel.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued a stark warning on Friday about the potential expansion of the Israel-Iran conflict, cautioning that it could lead to uncontrollable consequences. In an appeal for diplomacy, he urged all parties involved and those potentially involved to prioritize peace efforts.
Guterres' appeal came during a session of the United Nations Security Council, where discussions centered around the ongoing tensions and the chain of events that could further destabilize the region. He emphasized the urgency of seeking peaceful resolutions in an increasingly volatile situation.
Meanwhile, in a bid to gauge Iran's willingness to engage in dialogue, European foreign ministers convened with their Iranian counterpart on the same day. However, hopes for an immediate ceasefire seemed dim, with Israel's aggressive stance showing no signs of waning.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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