Standing in the sacred grounds of Lumbini, UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Tuesday delivered a heartfelt message, urging the world to take inspiration from the teachings of Lord Buddha and make a commitment to peace and compassion, as crises mount.

Secretary-General António Guterres speaks outside the Mayadevi Temple, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, in Lumbini, Nepal. UN Nepal/Narendra Shrestha
Secretary-General António Guterres speaks outside the Mayadevi Temple, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, in Lumbini, Nepal. UN Nepal/Narendra Shrestha

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