United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres took advantage of his presence at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, to make a dramatic appeal to world leaders. During the event, Guterres directly called on leaders to 'stop this madness' and put an end to ongoing armed conflicts.
The UN leader's appeal comes amid multiple international conflicts that have devastated various regions around the world. Guterres's message aimed to appeal for unity and peace among the nations represented at the multilateral event.
The SCO summit brings together several countries and world leaders, having provided Guterres with an international platform to convey his urgent message for peace. The episode highlights the role of the UN in calling for ceasefires and the peaceful resolution of conflicts.
