New York, Aug. 27 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday expressed sadness over the severe flooding in "Nepal and China," saying the disasters had claimed lives, left people missing and caused widespread destruction.

In a post on X, Guterres conveyed his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and wished a swift recovery to people injured in the floods.

"I am saddened by the severe flooding in Nepal & China, which has claimed many lives, left people missing, and caused widespread destruction. I extend my condolences to the families of the victims, and I wish a swift recovery to those injured. My solidarity is with all those affected," Guterres said.

Guterres also highlighted the United Nation...