Guterres Urges Support for the Middle East Amid Current ‘Turbulent Period’
January 20, 2025
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called for increased international support for the Middle East region at a high-level meeting in Amman, Jordan, on Wednesday.
“The Middle East is facing a turbulent period, marked by conflict, instability, and humanitarian crises,” Guterres said. “We must come together to address these challenges and support the people of the region.”
The meeting, convened by Guterres and Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, brought together representatives from over 50 countries and international organizations. Participants discussed a wide range of issues affecting the Middle East, including the ongoing conflicts in Yemen and Syria, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the rise of extremism.
Guterres highlighted the need for a comprehensive approach to resolving these challenges, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy, dialogue, and conflict prevention. He also called for increased humanitarian assistance to the millions of people affected by conflict and displacement in the region.
“The Middle East is a region with immense potential,” Guterres said. “With the right support, its people can build a brighter future for themselves and for generations to come.”
Jordanian Foreign Minister Safadi echoed Guterres’ call for increased international engagement in the Middle East.
“The challenges facing our region require a concerted global response,” Safadi said. “Jordan is committed to working with the United Nations and other partners to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the Middle East.”
The meeting in Amman was part of a series of high-level consultations Guterres has been holding on the Middle East. Earlier this month, he visited Egypt, where he met with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and other senior officials.
The United Nations plans to hold a major conference on the Middle East in New York in the fall of 2025. The conference will bring together world leaders and other stakeholders to discuss the region’s challenges and opportunities.
Guterres urges support for the Middle East amid current ‘turbulent period’
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