United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a stark warning to the international community about the grave risk of nuclear escalation as U.S.-Israeli strikes target Iranian military and nuclear-related facilities while Iran continues massive missile barrages. In an emergency address, Guterres called for an immediate ceasefire and return to diplomatic negotiations.

Both Washington and Jerusalem insist their operations are limited and aimed at neutralizing threats, while Tehran maintains its nuclear program remains peaceful. Fears are growing that any direct hit on Iranian nuclear sites could trigger uncontrollable consequences.

World leaders from Europe, China and Russia have echoed the UN call for restraint, highlighting the potential for the conflict to spiral into a global crisis.