UN chief condemns Israeli strikes on Beirut amid ceasefire

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres strongly condemned Israeli airstrikes on Beirut on Sunday, calling them a violation of the ceasefire. In a post on X, he said the strikes occurred at a time when the United States and Iran were expected to reach an agreement that could pave the way for a peaceful resolution of the conflict. Guterres noted that the conflict has had a devastating impact on the world economy and expressed hope for a successful outcome to diplomatic efforts between Tehran and Washington. He urged all parties to show maximum restraint at this crucial moment.

Lebanese media reported that at least seven people were killed and several others injured when the Israeli army launched airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut and areas in southern Lebanon on Sunday. The Israeli regime's army has continued targeting Lebanon since early March, killing 3,800 people and displacing more than 1 million.

On Monday morning, it was announced that a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was reached between Iran and the US. Iran’s Supreme National Security Council said the MoU will end war on all fronts, including Lebanon. According to Mehr News, the UN chief's statement came amid these developments, highlighting the fragile security situation in the region.