Geneva, June 9 -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday expressed deep concerns over the renewed escalation in West Asia and called on all concerned parties to immediately stop attacks, exercise maximum restraint, and refrain from any action that could further inflame an already volatile situation.

In a statement by Farhan Haq, the spokesperson for the Secretary-General, the UN Chief called on all parties to fully abide by the ceasefires in Lebanon, Iran and Gaza, and to avoid any steps that could undermine ongoing diplomatic efforts.

He expressed concern on the decision by Israel to close crossings into Gaza and reiterated the need for the immediate reopening of all crossings to ensure the rapid, safe and unhindered passage o...