His remarks triggered a massive outrage with angry Israel demanding the UN Chief’s resignation for what they call was “justifying the terrorist attack by Hamas militants on Israel”.
Meanwhile, the Israelis have reacted to the UN chief's statement strongly calling it "shocking", "horrible", and "totally detached from the reality of our region".
Antonio Guterres went on to underline that the press “is the foundation of democracy and justice" and it is under threat.
"It is a violation of the UN Charter and international law. It is having dramatic humanitarian and human rights consequences and the impact is being felt far beyond Ukraine," said Guterres.
UN Chief, who came to India on Wednesday, visited the Taj Hotel on Wednesday and laid a wreath in honor of all those who sacrificed their lives in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack.
Taking to Twitter, Jaishankar said, "An extensive discussion on pressing global challenges with UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres. Agenda included the Ukraine conflict, UN reform, G20, climate action, food security and data for development."
The number of deaths from terrorist attacks is down globally but increasing in Africa, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged for efforts to reintegrate the agricultural production of both Russia and Ukraine into world markets.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will begin a "Ramadan solidarity visit" on Saturday to Senegal, Niger and Nigeria, said his Deputy spokesman
Guterres reiterated that children must never be the target of violence or put in harm's way.
