BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 28. UN
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the ongoing military
escalation in the Middle East, stating that it undermines
international peace and stability, Trend reports, citing the UN chief’s press
service.
The statement reads: "I condemn the military escalation taking
place today in the Middle East. The use of force by the United
States and Israel against Iran and Iran's subsequent response in
the region undermine international peace and stability."
Following the second round of nuclear talks between Washington
and Tehran on February 17, which ended without progress, the U.S.
increased its presence in areas near Iran, deploying over 150
aircraft to bases in Europe and the Middle East.
The escalation follows the 3rd round of nuclear talks between
Iran and the United States in Geneva on February 26. Held under the
administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, the negotiations
were seen as a last opportunity for a diplomatic resolution.
However, no agreements were reached, as Tehran refused to halt
uranium enrichment, dismantle its nuclear facilities, or accept
indefinite restrictions on its nuclear program. On the morning of
February 28, Israel and the U.S. began launching strikes on Iran
from land, sea, and air.
