Call for Peace: UN Urges Myanmar's Military to End Violence

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for Myanmar's military rulers to cease violence against civilians since 2021 and pursue a credible path to restore civilian government. At the ASEAN summit, he highlighted the local and regional repercussions of the military takeover in Myanmar.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged Myanmar's military rulers to cease the "deplorable" violence targeting civilians that has persisted since their takeover in 2021.

Addressing reporters during the ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur, Guterres emphasized the urgent need for a "credible path" back to civilian governance.

He warned that the military's actions have not only exacerbated Myanmar's internal woes but also pose a threat to regional stability.

(With inputs from agencies.)