Published on: 2026-04-13
Source: United Nations – United Nations –
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Although no agreement was reached during the negotiations between the USA and Iran, the negotiations themselves emphasized the seriousness of the parties’ intentions and became a “positive and significant” step towards resuming dialogue. This statement was made on behalf of the UN Secretary-General António Guterres by his spokesperson.
“Considering the deeply rooted disagreements, an agreement cannot be reached at once, and the Secretary-General calls for a constructive continuation of the negotiations,” the statement says.
The UN also called for compliance with the ceasefire regime. “There is no military solution to the current conflict in the Middle East,” emphasized the Secretary-General.
He expressed gratitude to Pakistan, which conducted these negotiations, as well as to Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkey for their mediation and called on the international community to support these efforts.
“The Secretary-General emphasizes that all parties to this conflict must respect freedom of navigation, including in the Strait of Hormuz, in accordance with the norms of international law,” the statement says.
About 20 thousand sailors, in fact, found themselves drawn into the conflict: they are still stuck aboard ships trapped in the strait.
Breakdowns in maritime trade transportation have already had a direct impact on the economy far beyond the region, increasing instability in many sectors.
“Breaks in the supply of fertilizers and raw materials for their production further exacerbate the problem of food insecurity for millions of vulnerable people worldwide,” Guterres said, noting the rise in the cost of living.
The Executive Director of the UN Project Services Department (UNOPS), Jorge Moreira da Silva, in cooperation with the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and the International Chamber of Commerce, continues to actively interact with parties for the development and implementation of a mechanism to ensure supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, which was announced at the UN on March 27.
The Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Middle East conflict, Jan Arno, continues to work in the region, conducting consultations with key stakeholders.
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