Guterres: Time for diplomacy over escalation’ in Middle East war...

Added: 2026-05-29

[00:00:00]There is no military solution to this crisis.

[00:00:04]Peace agreements require persistent engagement and political will.

[00:00:09]Serious negotiations must resume.

[00:00:13]And the ceasefire must be preserved and extended as necessary.

[00:00:18]International navigational rights and freedoms, including in the Strait of Hormuz, must be respected by all parties.

[00:00:26]It's time for restraint and responsibility.

[00:00:29]It's time for diplomacy over escalation.

[00:00:32]And it's time for a renewed commitment to international law.