New York, Aug. 16 -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the Russia-US summit in Alaska, his spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric said.
"We've taken note of Friday's summit in Alaska between the Presidents of the United States and the Russian Federation. We welcome continued constructive dialogue among Member States," Dujarric said.
The UN is stressing that any peace effort or deal must be consistent with the principles of the UN Charter, including respect for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Guterres reiterated his call for an immediate, full and unconditional ceasefire as a first step toward peace in Ukraine, he added.
"The United Nations stands ready to support all meaningful efforts to that end," the spokesperson...