Pezeshkian, Guterres Stress Diplomacy as Path to Regional Peace

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres have stressed diplomacy and dialogue as the way to resolve regional disputes and promote peace and security, according to Iran's Mehr News Agency.

The remarks, made in Tehran, underscore a shared emphasis from both leaders on diplomatic engagement over confrontation as a means of addressing tensions across the Middle East and other conflict-affected regions.

Guterres has repeatedly called for de-escalation in various global flashpoints during his tenure as UN Secretary-General, consistently urging parties in dispute to prioritise negotiated solutions and multilateral cooperation.

For Iran, the statement comes amid a period marked by ongoing regional tensions and continued diplomatic engagement with international bodies including the United Nations.

Further details of the specific discussions between Pezeshkian and Guterres, including any concrete initiatives that may follow from the exchange, were not immediately disclosed.

The emphasis on diplomacy comes as multiple regional conflicts continue to draw international attention, with calls from various governments and international organisations for renewed efforts toward political resolution.