UN Chief Urges Calm Amid Israel-Hezbollah Tensions

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed deep concern over the recent escalation of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. He is urging both parties to return to a cessation of hostilities to avoid putting Lebanese and Israeli populations at risk and to maintain regional security and stability.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is deeply concerned about the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities, according to his spokesperson.

"These actions put both the Lebanese and Israeli populations at risk, as well as threatening regional security and stability," said UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric in a statement on Sunday.

Guterres emphasized the need for both parties to return to peace talks to prevent further jeopardizing the security of the region.