UN warns of 'imminent catastrophe' in Middle East

The United Nations has warned that the Middle East is facing a catastrophic situation, stating that the region is "on the brink of an imminent catastrophe”.

"It cannot be overstated enough: there is no military solution that will make either side safer," UN special coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert was reported as saying by dpa.

She was referring to the...