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Guterres warns about the limits of great powers' influence

António Guterres highlights the deadlock in the Middle East and Russia's invasion of Ukraine as evidence of superpowers' limitations.

25 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, stated that recent international events, including the United States' deadlock in the conflict with Iran and Russia's invasion of Ukraine, illustrate the limits of great powers' influence. Guterres made this remark in a speech where he emphasized the current dynamics of geopolitical influence.

During his address, Guterres also pointed out that despite the intensifying debates over global power, the United Nations remains functional and has not collapsed. Despite the challenges, according to Guterres, the UN continues to play a crucial role in mediating conflicts and promoting international peace and security.

Additionally, Guterres warned of the risks associated with a multipolar world, which he argued tends to be more prone to conflict. This type of world, where multiple powers emerge, could further complicate the already fragile global security and interactions between nations.

António Guterres emphasized that while his position does not grant him the authority to impose solutions, he has enough 'voice' to alert the international community to these issues. He highlighted the need for constructive dialogue among global powers.

In the context of escalating geopolitical tensions, Guterres reiterated the importance of international cooperation and diplomacy to prevent the escalation of conflicts. He called for building mutual understanding among the most influential nations to play a transformative role in the global landscape.

These comments were reported by various news sources, reflecting the widespread concern regarding the ability of great powers to effectively manage their international relations in an increasingly complex global environment.

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