U.N. chief says nuclear conflict is 'now back within the realm of possibility'

António Manuel
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The United Nations' secretary-general has warned the prospect of a nuclear conflict is now "within the realm of possibility" amid the war in Ukraine.

U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres spoke at a briefing on Monday about Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which he said is only "getting worse." The country is "on fire" and "being decimated before the eyes of the world," and the "impact on civilians is reaching terrifying proportions," he said.

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Brendan Morrow

Brendan worked as a culture writer at The Week from 2018 to 2023, covering the entertainment industry, including film reviews, television recaps, awards season, the box office, major movie franchises and Hollywood gossip. He has written about film and television for outlets including Bloody Disgusting, Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Heavy and The Celebrity Cafe.