Guterres calls the report that points to the US for war crimes in Iran shocking and demands accountability

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has described as shocking a newly released UN report indicating that the United States committed war crimes during specific bombings in Iran, and has demanded accountability. The UN's position was conveyed Thursday by spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric, confirming the organization has reviewed the findings.

In response, the White House strongly rejected the allegations, criticizing the UN Human Rights Council as having spent decades issuing nonsensical statements. The exchange highlights a sharp diplomatic confrontation between Washington and the international body over the accountability and legitimacy of the investigation.