Guterres' quiet diplomacy faces limits as crises test UN chief's approach

Profile of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlights his reliance on patient, behind-the-scenes negotiation to resolve global crises. The piece notes that this approach's effectiveness hinges on the willingness of key leaders to engage, implying recent diplomatic efforts have yielded mixed results. The analysis underscores the structural constraints of the UN chief's role in a fragmented geopolitical landscape.