Addis Ababa, March 10 (QNA) - African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf warned that military escalation in the Middle East threatens regional and global economic stability. He expressed deep concern over recent attacks on critical infrastructure, including energy and transport facilities, which further heightened tensions and are threatening regional and global economic stability.

​ Highlighting that such actions are disrupting vital supply chains and have far-reaching implications for international trade and energy markets, he condemned any violation of international law, including infringements on the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states.

​ He called on all related parties to exercise maximum restraint, prioritize dialogue and diplomacy, and work toward a swift de-escalation of the situation, in accordance with the principles and objectives of the United Nations Charter. (QNA)