UN chief responds to Russia’s strike on Ternopil — statement

UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned another Russian strike on Ukraine that killed dozens of people, including children. He called for a ceasefire.

Guterres wrote about this on X on Thursday, November 20.

Guterres’ statement

"I strongly condemn the overnight missile & drone attacks by Russia on several Ukrainian regions that reportedly killed at least 25 people, including three children," the statement says.

The politician noted that this once again underscores the need for a full, immediate, and unconditional ceasefire.

"As a first step towards a just, comprehensive & sustainable peace that fully upholds Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence & territorial integrity," he added.

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