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Jordan News
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Arab Group at UN Rejects Israeli Proposal on Gaza Aid - Jordan News
Arab Group at UN Rejects Israeli Proposal on Gaza Aid The United Arab Emirates' Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Mohamed Abushahab, affirmed last night the Arab Group's firm rejection of the alternative system proposed by Israel regarding humanitarian aid in Gaza, citing its violation of fundamental humanitarian principles. اضافة اعلان Abushahab stated that the proposed mechanism "deprives thousands of people—particularly women, the elderly, and the injured—of life-saving assistance." He also strongly condemned what he described as Israel's arbitrary restrictions on UNRWA and its illegitimate decisions to ban the agency's work. He called on the international community to strengthen political and financial support for UNRWA to ensure the continuity of its essential services. The Arab Group reiterated its outright rejection of any attempts at forcibly displacing the Palestinian people or seizing their land and heritage. In this context, Abushahab referenced the upcoming international conference to be held at the UN next month focused on implementing the two-state solution, urging the international community and all concerned parties to intensify efforts to ensure the conference produces meaningful, actionable outcomes. Algeria's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Toufik Goudjil, also rejected the Israeli aid distribution plan, saying it "falls far short of meeting the urgent and essential needs of more than two million people." He called for a comprehensive and permanent end to the aggression, the lifting of the siege on Gaza, the opening of border crossings for humanitarian aid, and the cessation of all forms of forced displacement. Meanwhile, Palestine's Permanent Representative to the UN, Riyad Mansour, declared, "If further evidence was needed to prove an intent to destroy the Palestinian people in Gaza, then this manufactured famine is definitive proof." Mansour emphasized that the Israeli aid proposal was rejected by all UN agencies and humanitarian organizations because it merely perpetuates the weaponization of aid by pushing civilians and humanitarian workers into military zones to receive or distribute assistance—despite the grave risks to their lives. He concluded by stressing that "the only reason for the dire humanitarian situation is Israel's continued obstruction and rejection of aid," and called on the UN Security Council, the General Assembly, and all member states to urgently consider all possible measures—without exception—to break the siege on more than two million people and end what he called a "brutal famine." — (Petra)
TAG 91.1
04-05-2025
- Politics
- TAG 91.1
UAE Ambassador calls for Sudan ceasefire during talks with UN official
UAE Ambassador to the UN, Mohamed Abushahab, has reiterated the call for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan during talks with UN Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affair, Rosemary DiCarlo. He stressed the need for the "unimpeded" delivery of humanitarian aid that's "free from political or military obstacles". The war in Sudan has entered the third year, leaving more than 30 million people in need of urgent assistance. Blocking humanitarian aid is ''unacceptable'' Abushahab said, affirming the Sudanese people's right to receive support, national news agency Wam reported. He reiterated the importance of "impartial international support" to see the transition to an independent civilian government in Sudan, away from military control. Abushahab further explained that bias could severely obstruct peace-building efforts and prolong the conflict. He also criticised selective leaks and the deliberate distortion of the work of UN experts, affirming that the integrity of UN mechanisms should remain a fundamental pillar. The war erupted in April 2023 amid a power struggle between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) ahead of a planned transition to civilian rule. It has ruined much of Khartoum, uprooted more than 12 million Sudanese from their homes and left about half of the 50 million population suffering from acute hunger. Overall deaths are hard to estimate but a study published last year said the toll may have reached 61,000 in Khartoum state alone in the first 14 months of the conflict.
Khaleej Times
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Khaleej Times
UN final report on Sudan does not make 'single finding against UAE', says official
Although one of the warring parties in Sudan, the SAF, has repeatedly made "baseless accusations" against UAE, a United Nations report "does not make a single finding" against the country, said Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab, Permanent Representative of the UAE to the UN. Earlier, Sudan filed a case against the UAE at the International Court of Justice. Such allegations were made to "distract international attention from their own atrocities, including the use of chemical weapons," Abushahab added. The final report by the UN Panel of Experts on Sudan was released by the UN Security Council, and provides "no support for the SAF's unsubstantiated allegations," he said. The report highlights widespread atrocities by both warring parties against the Sudanese people, which include attacks on civilians, sexual violence, and weaponisation of humanitarian aid, said the Permanent Representative of the UAE to the UN. The UAE reiterated its call on both the SAF and RSF for an end to the civil war, peace talks, and access to aid into and throughout Sudan. The international community must help the Sudanese people gain peace and stability by "unify[ing] its efforts behind a credible political process that leads to a civilian-led government, independent from the military," Abushahab said. Accusations against UAE, and response Sudan's case to the World Court alleged that UAE violated its obligations under the Genocide Convention by arming the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Government officials in the Emirates have called the case "a publicity stunt" and earlier, called for a dismissal of the application. When the ICJ convened to hear a response to Sudan's application, UAE emphasised a lack of jurisdictional basis for the case. The country also stressed that Sudan's accusations were "pure fabrication" and meant to 'distract attention from their own culpability.'
Dubai Eye
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Dubai Eye
UAE rejects Sudanese Armed Forces' allegations as baseless
The UAE has firmly rejected allegations made by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), following the release of a UN Security Council report that documents atrocities committed during the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The final report by the UN Panel of Experts highlights grave violations by both the SAF and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), including indiscriminate airstrikes, attacks on civilians, sexual violence, and the weaponization of humanitarian aid. UAE Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab, dismissed the SAF's repeated claims as 'baseless,' suggesting they are an attempt to deflect attention from their own documented abuses, including alleged use of chemical weapons. 'This report provides no support for the SAF's unsubstantiated accusations. It does not make a single finding against the UAE,' he said in a statement on social media platform, X. Ambassador Abushahab reiterated the UAE's call for both warring parties to end the conflict unconditionally, commit to peace negotiations, and ensure unhindered access to humanitarian assistance. 'The international community must unify behind a credible political process that leads to a civilian-led government and lasting peace for the Sudanese people,' he added. Statement by Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab on Sudan. — UAE Mission to the UN (@UAEMissionToUN) April 28, 2025
Dubai Eye
11-04-2025
- Politics
- Dubai Eye
UAE urges UN to set time-bound roadmap to end Israeli occupation
The UAE has urged the UN Security Council to set a clear time-bound roadmap to end Israeli occupation in Gaza. In a statement made during the Security Council briefing on Thursday, the UAE's permanent representative to the UN, Mohamed Abushahab, said the adoption of 12-month time frame outlined during the General Assembly resolution in September 2024 must be enforced. "We need clear implementation mechanisms to advance this objective," the statement added. Abushahab also stressed the need to mobilise political will to advance the two-state solution alongside efforts to achieve a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. He took the opportunity to secure full UN membership for the State of Palestine. "We urge all countries that have not done so to recognize the State of Palestine, as this is an important step in advancing the peace process," the statement read. At the consultations on the High-Level International Conference on the peaceful settlement of the question of Palestine, the UAE 🇦🇪 highlighted the importance of: ▶️ A clear time-bound roadmap to end the Israeli occupation ▶️ Mobilising the political will to seriously advance… — UAE Mission to the UN (@UAEMissionToUN) April 10, 2025
