Published on, Aug. 18 -- August 18, 2025 1:51 PM

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives caused by flash floods in Pakistan and India, assuring that the United Nations is ready to provide assistance.

In a statement issued by his spokesperson Stephane Dujarric in New York on Sunday, Guterres offered condolences to the families of the victims and expressed solidarity with all those affected by the disaster.

He further added that the world body stands ready to extend help if the government of Pakistan formally requests assistance for rescue, relief, and recovery efforts in the flood-hit areas.

More than 400 people have reportedly died in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after two days of heavy rains, c...