UN chief praises ceasefire framework between Washington and Tehran

UN chief praises ceasefire framework between Washington and Tehran UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the reported agreement between the United States and Iran, describing it as “a critical step” towards resolving the conflict through diplomacy. In a post on X, Guterres said he “warmly” congratulated both countries for reaching what he called “a peace deal” that provides for an immediate and permanent ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and a framework for further negotiations. “This represents a critical step towards the peaceful settlement of the conflict,” Guterres wrote. His remarks came after US President said the deal with Iran “is now complete”, announcing the end of Washington’s naval blockade and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s Deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the war and military operations on several fronts, including Lebanon, will end immediately and permanently from tonight. I warmly congratulate the US & Iran for having reached a peace deal that provides for an immediate & permanent ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as a framework for further negotiations. This represents a critical step towards the peaceful settlement of the… — António Guterres (@antonioguterres) June 14, 2026