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Al Etihad
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
UAE says UN report clears it of Sudan war allegations, calls for renewed peace efforts
30 Apr 2025 00:01 ISIDORA CIRIC (ABU DHABI)The UAE said on Tuesday that a new United Nations report had laid to rest false accusations it was fuelling Sudan's civil war, calling instead for renewed focus on diplomacy and humanitarian a statement issued by its Permanent Mission to the UN, the UAE commented on the findings of the UN Panel of Experts on Sudan, which it said confirmed what the country had maintained from the beginning - that it had no role in supplying arms or fuelling the conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)."The report provides no support for the SAF's unsubstantiated allegations. It does not make a single finding against the UAE," Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab, the UAE's Permanent Representative to the UN, to the statement, the report highlighted "widespread atrocities" committed by both the SAF and RSF, including attacks on civilians, conflict-related sexual violence and weaponisation of humanitarian SAF had previously accused the UAE of stoking the Sudan conflict - a claim the country has repeatedly rejected - and initiated court proceedings in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) earlier this said that SAF's "baseless accusations" against the UAE aim to divert the international community's attention away from "their own atrocities, including the use of chemical weapons."The statement added that the UAE continues to urge both the SAF and the RSF to end the fighting without pre-conditions, commit to peace talks, and allow humanitarian aid to reach Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, echoed the call, describing the findings as a "debunking" of the SAF's allegations and urging earnest negotiations for a civilian-led government."UN Security Council's final report on Sudan exposes grave violations by warring parties and debunks false SAF accusations against the UAE. We call for an immediate, unconditional ceasefire, serious peace talks, unhindered humanitarian aid and independent civilian government," Gargash said in a post on X, published on Tuesday. No Mention of UAE Military Involvement According to Reuters, which reviewed a copy of the UN report submitted to the Security Council earlier this month, the UAE was only mentioned in the context of its "its peacekeeping role in Sudan," it said on Tuesday.A separate article, published by the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on Tuesday, said that the Panel had found "no verifiable evidence" to support "the baseless allegations and false narratives circulated by the SAF."According to WAM, the report emphasised that the UAE had maintained full compliance with international law and the UN Charter, contrasting this with what it described as attempts by the SAF to smear the UAE's reputation "in a bid to conceal the crimes and violations committed against civilians in Sudan."The UN Panel's findings come after months of accusations from SAF loyalists, who alleged foreign support for the RSF as fighting intensified in Darfur and other parts of Sudan. The UAE consistently denied the charges, saying its engagement in Sudan was focused on humanitarian aid, peacekeeping, and calls for a political Sudan conflict, now in its second year, has killed tens of thousands of people and displaced millions, with no clear path yet towards a negotiated UAE's mission said the UN report should serve as a turning point. "The international community must unify its efforts behind a credible political process that leads to a civilian-led government, independent from the military, and ultimately to lasting peace and stability for the Sudanese people," Abushahab's statement said.
Yemen Online
10-04-2025
- Politics
- Yemen Online
Gargash Denounces Sudanese Army's Allegations Against UAE as Systematic Distortion
Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the President of the United Arab Emirates, has strongly refuted allegations made by the Sudanese army, describing them as a systematic distortion of facts. The accusations, which claim UAE involvement in supporting paramilitary forces in Sudan, have been dismissed by Gargash as baseless and politically motivated. In a recent op-ed, Gargash emphasized the UAE's commitment to peace and humanitarian efforts in Sudan, highlighting the nation's longstanding support for the Sudanese people. He condemned the Sudanese army's claims as an attempt to divert attention from internal challenges and fuel tensions in the region. Gargash reiterated the UAE's stance against violence and its call for both parties in the Sudanese conflict to engage in dialogue and pursue peaceful resolutions. He stressed that the UAE remains dedicated to fostering stability and development in Africa, rejecting any actions that undermine these goals. This statement comes amidst heightened scrutiny of the Sudanese conflict, with international observers closely monitoring the situation and its implications for regional security. Gargash's remarks underline the UAE's position as a key player advocating for peace and cooperation in the region.
The National
19-03-2025
- Politics
- The National
Israel ends Gaza ceasefire and lawyers aim to prosecute war crimes against Palestinians
UN officials have called for a ceasefire in Gaza to be reinstated after Israel launched new air strikes on the enclave, killing more than 400 people. A group of lawyers and legal organisations, meanwhile, have formed a global coalition to pursue Israeli soldiers in courts. And at the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi, an Iranian adviser said Tehran cannot be sidelined in the quest for stability and peace in the region. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Hundreds killed as Israel launches new strikes across Gaza after ceasefire talks stall Global network of lawyers to pursue Israeli soldiers in courts Iran 'cannot be marginalised' in any regional peace framework, warns political adviser We must find common ground with Iran, says UAE's Gargash This episode features foreign correspondent Lemma Shehadi.
The National
18-03-2025
- Politics
- The National
We must find common ground with Iran, says UAE's Gargash
The UAE and other Arab states must seek to emphasise common ground with Iran rather than focusing on disagreements, Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to President Sheikh Mohamed, said on Tuesday. 'From a 'glass half full' perspective, we can see that the areas of co-operation are way bigger than the areas of disagreement with Iran,' Dr Gargash told the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi. 'This is part of our dialogue with Tehran. We understand that are certain issues where we don't see eye-to-eye but there are many more where we do. Let's work on these areas.' He noted that Iran's policy shift towards creating strong regional relations is an encouraging development. 'We must respect Iran's decisions that are sovereign," he said in the Indian capital. "At the same time, we believe that by creating the right environment, that in itself builds more confidence." Dr Gargash visited Iran last week to deliver a letter from US President Donald Trump to Iran's clerical establishment. The letter, an attempt to prompt talks over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear programme, was handed to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The UAE, a key Middle East security partner of Washington and host to US troops, also maintains ties with Tehran despite past tension. Dr Gargash noted that the Middle East has gone through 'geostrategic earthquakes" in recent years. 'Everything we do has to be de-escalatory,' he said. "Everything we have to do is more communication." Deadly wars in 2023/24 between Israel and Iran's proxies in Gaza and Lebanon have blighted the Middle East and led to direct confrontations between Israel and Iran and tension between Israel and Yemen's Houthis – with the latter ongoing. The US under Mr Trump has launched a new campaign of intense air strikes targeting Yemen's Houthi rebels. Attacks at the weekend killed at least 53 people, including children, and injured about 100. In revenge, Houthis claimed responsibility for attacks on US naval vessels this week. 'We have no appetite to go back to the war in Yemen,' said Dr Gargash. "We have an interest in the Red Sea but we think that there are states that have greater interest in Red Sea access and accessibility." Dr Gargash said the reason for the enthusiasm surrounding the Abraham Accords was that they were initiated during the first Trump administration. He said the agreement was an example of the growing importance of economic and logistical co-operation across regions. 'For us, it is extremely important to work on these, what I would call logistical routes, whether these roots are horizontal or whether these roots are vertical, north to south,' he said. Israel and the UAE established diplomatic relations as part of the Abraham Accords, which were brokered by the US and signed in September 2020. The historic agreement marked the creation of diplomatic links between Israel and an Arab country for the first time since with Jordan in 1994. The current Trump administration is seeking to expand the Abraham Accords. Mr Trump has reaffirmed this commitment, aiming to include additional Arab and Muslim-majority countries, particularly Saudi Arabia, in the agreements with Israel. This will be at the 'front and centre' of US administration's policy, Mr Gargash said. The UAE similarly recognises the value of strategic autonomy, noted Dr Gargash, and Abu Dhabi has an independent perspective on Middle Eastern developments, he added. 'However, strategic autonomy is not without limits; it must be carefully navigated,' he said. The adviser to Sheikh Mohamed noted that the evolving global landscape shows "there are no permanent alliances – aligning too closely with a particular camp can lead to complications when the dynamics shift. This pragmatic approach is essential for a sustainable and effective foreign policy'. Gulf states, including the UAE, have increasingly adopted a neutral stance on various international conflicts, positioning themselves as trusted mediators. This approach has enhanced their global standing and allowed them to enable dialogue without direct involvement in disputes.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Emirati diplomat identified as having Trump letter meets with Iran's foreign minister
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An Emirati diplomat earlier identified by Tehran as carrying a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump met Wednesday with Iran's foreign minister. Iranian state television showed Emirati official Anwar Gargash meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Tehran, Iran's capital. The footage did not show the letter, but Iran earlier said Gargash would carry the letter. Gargash and the UAE government did not immediately acknowledge his trip during the holy Muslim fasting month of Ramadan. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. Trump last week acknowledged writing a letter to Iran's 85-year-old Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as an attempt to jumpstart talks over Tehran's nuclear program. Trump's overture comes as both Israel and the United States have warned they will never let Iran acquire a nuclear weapon, leading to fears of a military confrontation as Tehran enriches uranium at near weapons-grade levels — something only done by atomic-armed nations. Iran has long maintained its program is for peaceful purposes, even as its officials increasingly threaten to pursue the bomb as tensions are high with the U.S. over its sanctions and with Israel as a shaky ceasefire holds in its war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Since Trump returned to the White House, his administration has consistently said that Iran must be prevented from acquiring nuclear weapons. A report last month, however, by the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog said Iran has accelerated its production of near weapons-grade uranium. Trump's first term in office was marked by a particularly troubled period in relations with Tehran. In 2018, he unilaterally withdrew the United States from Iran's nuclear deal with world powers, leading to sanctions hobbling Iran's economy. Iran retaliated with attacks at sea — including one that it likely carried out and that temporarily halved Saudi Arabia's oil production. Trump also ordered the attack that killed Iran's top general in a Baghdad drone strike in January 2020.
