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UN chief condemns both Ukraine and Russia amid escalation in war

Al Jazeera Friday 07 August 2026, 12:34 UTC 1 min read
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UN chief condemns both Ukraine and Russia amid escalation in war UN chief condemns both Ukraine and Russia amid escalation in war United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has condemned both Russia and Ukraine, calling for urgent de-escalation and a permanent ceasefire as attacks intensify. The appeal comes as Kyiv targets Wildberries warehouses inside Russia with drone strikes. Published On 7 Aug 2026

UN chief condemns both Ukraine and Russia amid escalation in war UN chief condemns both Ukraine and Russia amid escalation in war United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has condemned both Russia and Ukraine, calling for urgent de-escalation and a permanent ceasefire as attacks intensify. The appeal comes as Kyiv targets Wildberries warehouses inside Russia with drone strikes. Published On 7 Aug 2026
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