UN Chief Urges Immediate Ceasefire Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict

Antonio Guterres calls for de-escalation in Lebanon and condemns Iranian missile attacks on Israel.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon to prevent an all-out war.
Guterres emphasized the need to respect Lebanon's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The UN has reported sporadic incursions by the Israeli military into Lebanon but no full-scale invasion.
Iran launched a wave of missiles at Israel, prompting Guterres to condemn the 'broadening conflict' in the region.
Israel has responded to the UN's ceasefire call by criticizing Guterres for not directly condemning Iran's actions.