UN Secretary General calls for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, stressing that this should be the first step towards a just and lasting peace in accordance with international law.
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Why It Matters
The conflict in Ukraine continues, and the parties periodically make statements about the possibility or terms of negotiations.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated the need for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine as the first step towards establishing lasting peace.
“The time has come for an immediate ceasefire as the first step towards a just, lasting and comprehensive peace,” Guterres said at a press conference at the UN.
He added that the ceasefire must be in accordance with the UN Charter, international law and relevant UN resolutions.
Earlier, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Russia will wait for proposals for new negotiations on Ukraine, but does not have any big illusions.
Open Questions
- What will be the reaction of the parties to the conflict to Guterres' call?
