“Antonio Guterres follows the rapidly evolving situation in Afghanistan with deep concern.
He urges the Taliban and other parties to show the utmost restraint in order to save lives, ”reads a Twitter post.
In addition, the UN Secretary General called for ensuring that the humanitarian needs of the civilian population are met.
Earlier, the Taliban, during a speech on national television, called on the citizens of Afghanistan to remain calm.
* "Taliban" - the organization was recognized as terrorist by the decision of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation of February 14, 2003.