UNO SHOULD PLAY VITAL ROLE IN WAR ■
1. UN Secretary‑General António Guterres
Emergency appeals: Guterres has repeatedly condemned the violence, urging “maximum restraint” to avoid a broader regional war and appealing for dialogue and diplomacy .
Humanitarian concerns: He emphasizes avoiding attacks on nuclear and civilian infrastructure, stressing the risk of radioactive contamination if nuclear sites are hit.
🛑 2. UN Security Council (UNSC)
Formal sessions & debates: The UNSC has convened multiple emergency sessions, condemning escalations by all parties, demanding ceasefire, and de‑escalation .
Positioning & statements:
U.S. used its platform to justify defensive actions and warn Iran proxies.
Iran’s UN envoy denounced U.S. and Israeli aggression as violations of international law, urging the Council to hold them accountable .
⚛️ 3. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
Nuclear safety warnings: The IAEA, backed by the UN, has cautioned against attacks on nuclear facilities (e.g., reactor near Bushehr or Arak heavy‑water plant), citing serious contamination risks.
🌍 4. Broader UN System & Agencies
Humanitarian efforts: UNHCR and humanitarian organizations are tracking displacement, pushing for evacuation corridors and aid delivery due to rising refugee outflows.
Glbal diplomatic alignment: The UN has joined other global powers (EU, China, Russia) in demanding restraint and prioritizing diplomatic path‑finders over military responses .
