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UN Calls for Ceasefire on Ukraine Invasion Anniversary

2/25/2026

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U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres marked the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, calling it a stain on our collective conscience.
He urged an immediate ceasefire and concrete steps to de-escalate the conflict.
Guterres cited the war's toll, noting 3,200 children killed or injured, and warned about risks to Ukraine's nuclear sites.
He said any resolution must respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity and demanded an unconditional ceasefire.

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U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres marked the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, calling it a stain on our collective conscience.
He urged an immediate ceasefire and concrete steps to de-escalate the conflict.
Guterres cited the war's toll, noting 3,200 children killed or injured, and warned about risks to Ukraine's nuclear sites.
He said any resolution must respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity and demanded an unconditional ceasefire.