UN Urges Diplomacy as U.S.-Iran Tensions Escalate in Middle East

NEW YORK — The United Nations has expressed serious concern over the rapidly escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, calling on both sides to step back from confrontation and resolve their differences through diplomatic channels.
A spokesperson for UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of growing alarm over the surge in military movements, naval deployments, and war exercises across the Middle East, cautioning that such activities risk pushing an already volatile region toward open conflict.
The UN’s appeal comes a day after Iran sent a formal letter to the world body, warning that in the event of any aggression against it, Tehran would exercise its full right to self-defence and that Washington would bear complete responsibility for any consequences.
Diplomatic observers note that the exchange marks a significant escalation in rhetoric between the two adversaries, with the broader Middle East already under severe strain due to the ongoing Gaza conflict. Analysts warn that any miscalculation at this stage could trigger a far wider regional crisis.
The international community is watching closely whether back-channel diplomatic efforts can de-escalate the situation before military posturing gives way to direct confrontation.

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