Escalating Tensions: U.N.'s Plea for Peace in Ukraine Conflict

The U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed deep concern over Russia's announcement of planned strikes against Ukrainian targets. This follows a recent heavy bombardment in Kyiv. Guterres condemned the attacks, emphasized the need to avoid escalation and cautioned that prolonged conflict could further hinder peace efforts.

Devdiscourse News Desk | (Adds Guterres Comments | Updated: 26-05-2026 20:32 IST | Created: 26-05-2026 20:32 IST

Escalating Tensions: U.N.'s Plea for Peace in Ukraine Conflict — Antonio Guterres

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed deep concern on Tuesday regarding Russia's declaration of planned strikes targeting Ukrainian defense entities and decision-making centers in Kyiv.

Addressing the United Nations Security Council, his remarks came a day after Moscow's intense bombardment of the city marked one of the heaviest since the inception of the Russia-Ukraine war.

Additionally, Guterres condemned a reported Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian-controlled college in Starobilsk, underscoring the importance of averting further conflict escalation.

(With inputs from agencies.)