Guterres called for an Olympic truce during the Winter Olympics in Italy
On February 7, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, in his message on the occasion of the opening of the 2026 Olympic Winter Games (OI-2026) in Italy, called on all countries to observe the Olympic truce.
"The only battle of nations that can take place should take place on a sports field, not on a battlefield. I call on all parties to the conflicts to observe the Olympic Truce," Guterres said.
He also called the Olympic and Paralympic Games a "beacon of hope" for peace and humanity.
On February 3, Italian President Sergio Mattarella called for a truce during the Olympics. According to him, the Olympic Games are a global event that stands against violence and wars.
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