UN chief concerned at Iran strike

NEW YORK (AFP): UN chief Antonio Guterres expressed concern Thursday over the Iran strike in Pakistan.

“The Secretary-General is deeply concerned about the recent exchange of military strikes between Iran and Pakistan, which have reportedly caused casualties on both sides,” said Stephane Djurraic, spokesman for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

“He urges both countries to exercise maximum restraint to avoid a further escalation of tensions.”