Summary UN extends his condolences to Mr Khashoggi’s family
UNITED NATIONS (AFP) - United Nations chief Antonio Guterres said Friday he was "deeply troubled" by Saudi Arabia’s confirmation of the death of prominent dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi at its consulate in Istanbul.
"The Secretary-General is deeply troubled by the confirmation of the death of Jamal Khashoggi. He extends his condolences to Mr Khashoggi’s family and friends," Guterres’s office said in a statement.
"The Secretary-General stresses the need for a prompt, thorough and transparent investigation into the circumstances of Mr Khashoggi’s death and full accountability for those responsible."
