UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized that the world cannot afford an escalation of the conflict between India and Pakistan, highlighting the urgent need for restraint from both sides
In his official statement, the diplomat noted that the current level of tension between the two nuclear-armed states has reached the highest levels in recent years and called for diplomatic solutions to resolve the conflict. Guterres underlined that any military escalation between India and Pakistan threatens not only regional security but also the stability of the global community as a whole. According to the UN head, "the world cannot afford a confrontation between these two major players," as such developments could have catastrophic consequences for millions of people. It is important to note that on Monday, prior to this, Guterres expressed concern over the rising tensions, which, in his words, have reached "the highest level in recent years." Given that both countries possess nuclear weapons, the militarization of the situation becomes particularly dangerous, considering the potential for uncontrolled escalation. The UN Secretary-General stressed that diplomacy is the only path to de-escalation. He offered his assistance to both sides in seeking compromises and resolving the conflict through dialogue, emphasizing that a military solution cannot bring stability and a long-term peaceful resolution. Guterres called on the international community and regional leaders to keep in mind the importance of maintaining peace and security in such a delicate situation.