UN Secretary General António Guterres “welcomes the announcement of a two-week ceasefire by the United States and Iran”, his spokesperson has said.
“He calls on all the parties to the current conflict in the Middle East to comply with their obligations under international law and to abide by the terms of the ceasefire in order to pave the way toward a lasting and comprehensive peace in the region,” the statement read.
Guterres expressed “sincere appreciation for the efforts of Pakistan and other countries in facilitating the deal.
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