The secretary general strongly condemns today's suicide bombing in Tel Aviv.
The secretary general has asked the Iranian government to exercise patience and refrain from steps which may lead to increased tension in this matter.
The Secretary General emphasizes that compromise and mutual understanding are critical if the parties are to quickly resolve the remaining issues under consideration.
The secretary general condemns these attacks which represent an unacceptable assault upon the peace process and urges all concerned parties to work together in a spirit of national unity and reconciliation.