UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed concern about the risk of renewed conflict and escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, according to his spokesperson Stephane Dujarric. The concern was conveyed amid fears that developments between the two countries could worsen.

Dujarric said the secretary-general was concerned about any action or statement that could increase tensions. He added that disruptions to energy supplies and food supplies were still being observed. His comments came in response to a question about whether Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had sent Guterres a letter concerning new sanctions against Iran.

Dujarric confirmed that the letter had reached the United Nations. He said it was circulated to members of the Security Council and the General Assembly at Iran's request. The source text did not provide further details about the letter, the sanctions, or any response from the United States.