Regarding the situation in Ukraine, UN Secretary-General António Guterres met with Russian and Ukrainian foreign ministers online on the 14th, calling for a breakthrough in the diplomatic situation and emphasizing the idea that the UN will work on a peaceful solution.
On the 14th, UN Secretary-General António Guterres met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergeĭ Viklov and Ukraine's Foreign Minister Kleva online on the situation in Ukraine, and called for a breakthrough in the diplomatic situation.
After the meeting, Secretary-General António Guterres said in a press conference, "I am deeply concerned that tensions are rising and speculation about the possibility of a military clash in Europe is widespread."
"My message is clear. There is no substitute for diplomacy. Now is the time to relieve tensions," he said, welcoming the active discussions between the leaders of each country and peace for the United Nations. Emphasized the idea of working on a unique solution.
Secretary-General António Guterres also said, "Public statements should be issued to relieve tensions and should not be aimed at inciting them." I showed the idea that the content is not desirable.
Meanwhile, a UN spokesman, Dujaric, said at a regular press conference on the same day that there are currently no plans to evacuate more than 1,600 UN staff operating in Ukraine.