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The UN Secretary-General told the Security Council on Sunday that the bombing of Iran’s nuclear sites by the United States marks a “perilous turn”, warning that the region cannot endure yet another “cycle of destruction.” António Guterres said the must be an immediate ceasefire and returned to “serious, sustained negotiations.” We’ll have live updates from our Meetings Coverage team below and app users can follow here.

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United States Bombing of Iran’s Nuclear Facilities Marks ‘Perilous Turn’ in Volatile Middle East, Secretary-General Warns during Emergency Meeting

UN Secretary-General António Guterres called on Security Council members to act – immediately and decisively – to halt the fighting and return to serious, sustained negotiations on the Iran nuclear programme. 

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Here is our coverage of today’s meeting. Today 02:23 π.μ.

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Calling Iran’s Nuclear Programme ‘A Loaded Gun’, Israel’s Speaker Says Last Night United States Removed ‘Greatest Existential Threat Facing the Free World’

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“[Iran] used the negotiating table as camouflage, a delay tactic, a way to buy time while building missiles and enriching uranium. […] We gave it every possible off-ramp, Iran would not move, so it had to be moved.” – Danny Danon, Permanent Representative of Israel to the United Nations 

“A nuclear Iran would have been a death sentence, just as much for you as it would have been for us,” he said. “We have already gained superiority across Iranian skies,” he said, tell Council members: “You cannot sit this one out”.  Today 12:57 π.μ.

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Council Must Immediately Adopt Effective Enforcement Action against US, Israeli Aggressors, Put Israeli Nuclear Facilities under IAEA Safeguards, Iran’s Speaker Says

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“This is a historic test for this Council, for the United Nations as a whole.  […]  If this Council fails to act and condemn this blatant aggression, the stain of complicity will forever remain on its conscience, as it does with Gaza.” – Amir Saeid Iravani, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations

“Iran reserves its full and legitimate right, under international law, to defend itself against this blatant US aggression and its Israeli proxy.  The timing, nature, and scale of Iran’s proportionate response will be decided by its armed forces.”Today 12:24 π.μ.

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US Military Strikes Aimed to Dismantle Iran’s Nuclear Enrichment Capacity, Stop Nuclear Threat by World’s Main State Sponsor of Terrorism, Washington’s Speaker Says

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  “This operation sought to eliminate a long standing but rapidly escalating source of global insecurity and to aid our ally Israel in our inherent right of collective self-defence, consistent with the UN Charter.” –  Dorothy Shea, Ambassador and Acting Representative of the United States to the United Nations 

“The time finally came for the United States in the defence of its ally and in the defence of our own citizens and interests, to act decisively. […] As President [Donald J] Trump said any Iranian attack direct or indirect against Americans or American bases will be met with devastating retaliation.”  Today 12:07 π.μ.

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Russian Federation’s Speaker Condemns in ‘Most Decisive Terms’ United States ‘Irresponsible, Dangerous and Provocative Actions’ against Iran 

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“Washington reasserted that to further the interests of its Israeli ally, it’s prepared not only to turn a blind eye to the killings of tens of thousands Palestinian women, children and older persons, but also to gamble with the safety and well-being of humanity.” – Vassily A. Nebenzia, Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the United Nations 

Stressing the United States leadership “actually flaunted” and demonstrated “wholesale disregard” for the norms of international law and the UN Charter, he said:  “We believe that none of our sensible colleagues in the international community will believe our US colleagues anymore, much like they won’t believe their attempts to convince the Security Council that Iran was trying to acquire nuclear weapons.”   22 Ιουν 2025  11:59 μ.μ.

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Somalia’s Speaker Urges Creation of Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone in Middle East, All Regional States to Join Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

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“The only viable path forward is a swift recommitment to talks on non-proliferation, in line with relevant international resolutions.” – Mohamed Rabi Yusuf, Deputy Permanent Representative of Somalia to the United Nations 

“The challenges before us demand a collective, measured response rooted in dialogue, mutual respect, and a renewed commitment to multilateralism.  Somalia stands ready to engage constructively with the international community to advance peace, stability, and security for all States in the Middle East.”   22 Ιουν 2025  11:44 μ.μ.

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Immediate Cessation of Hostilities, Grounded in Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, Key for Lasting, Peaceful Solution, Panama’s Speaker Says  

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“We hope that some room might still remain for dialogue; we hope that this Council will  be able to play a constructive role to encourage that dialogue.” – Eloy Alfaro de Alba, Permanent Representative of Panama to the United Nations

“We must all urge the parties to find a solution that avoids civilian populations from becoming victims of an even worse conflict.” 22 Ιουν 2025  11:11 μ.μ.

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 UK’s Foreign Minister Met with Iranian Counterpart, German, French Partners Earlier Today to Urge Return to Diplomacy, Speaker for London Says

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“My Prime Minister has been clear.  Iran must now show restraint, and all parties must return to the negotiation table and find a diplomatic solution, which stops further escalation and brings this crisis to an end.  It is in the interests of all parties to pursue such a deal.” – Barbara Woodward, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom to the United Nations  

“The IAEA and the Non-Proliferation Treaty are key pillars of international security. Threats against IAEA staff and the [Director General] are unacceptable.  Iran must cooperate fully with the IAEA. Failure to do so will only further fuel escalation.” 22 Ιουν 2025  10:54 μ.μ.

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Two Days after Renewed Opening for Diplomacy Seemed Promising, ‘Hope Now Seems Even More Distant than Before’, Republic of Korea’s Speaker Regrets 

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“Despite the deeply concerning developments in recent days, the Republic of Korea remains firmly convinced that no sustainable resolution to this crisis can be achieved through military means alone.” – Joonkook Hwang, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Korea to the United Nations

“Indeed, now more than ever we implore all parties to recognize that diplomacy is not merely an option but an urgent necessity.  We call on all sides to exercise maximum restraint and to commit, in earnest, to restoring dialogue and engaging in reinvigorated diplomatic efforts.”