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UAE diplomat running for UN chief faces questions over her country's support for Sudan rebels

Lana Nusseibeh, a diplomat from the United Arab Emirates, is the newest contender for United Nations secretary-general

The Independent UK · 1h ago

UN chief race enters decisive phase as new contender arrives

UAE’s star diplomat Lana Nusseibeh has entered the race for the UN secretary-general position, challenging front-runner Rebeca Grynspan at a decisive time for the global organisation's future. The UN chief race could now lead to the first ever female secretary-general.

Euronews · 1h ago

Emirati diplomat could become next UN chief despite human rights concerns

Human rights defenders are sounding the alarm over the United Arab Emirates’ nomination of its former envoy Lana Nusseibeh to be the next UN Secretary General. They say electing a diplomat from the UAE, a country with a questionable human rights record that is accused of backing forces behind a…

France 24 · 20h ago

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Senior UAE diplomat Lana Nusseibeh enters race for UN chief

Lana Nusseibeh has announced her candidacy for the role of United Nations secretary-general. She aims to restore the organization as an effective diplomatic problem-solver in response to global challenges. Nusseibeh has garnered support from numerous countries during the recent UN General Assembly. Her experience includes leading UAE campaigns at the…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

‘Iran must not be allowed to hold global economy hostage,' UAE minister tells Euronews

UAE Minister of State Lana Nusseibeh sent a clear message to EU governments in a Euronews interview, stating that stability in the region is closely tied to Europe’s own economic and security interests.

Euronews · Mar 16

‘Europeans have been incredibly supportive,' UAE top diplomat tells Euronews

As the Iran war enters its third week, the United Arab Emirates is sending a clear message to European governments and citizens: stability in the region is closely tied to Europe’s own economic and security interests.

Euronews · Mar 16

UAE can withstand war shock and will oppose Iran’s 'nihilism,' minister tells Euronews

For policymakers in Abu Dhabi, the ongoing crisis is viewed as another test of a development model that has enabled the UAE's rapid expansion over the past five decades.

Euronews · Mar 15

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'Iran must not be allowed to hold global economy hostage,' UAE minister tells Euronews

In an interview with Euronews, UAE Minister of State Lana Nusseibeh appealed to the world that Iran’s "rogue state behaviour" must not be allowed to hold the global economy hostage.

Euronews · Mar 14

European Parliament condemns war in Sudan without mentioning UAE

After lobbying by an Emirati minister in Strasbourg, the EPP and far right groups took out references to the UAE’s role in the conflict in Sudan from a resolution, despite the Gulf Country's alleged links to the RSF militia.

Euronews · Nov 28, 2025

Mideast nations confront chaos in their region, which Egypt warns 'is at a point of implosion'

Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Oman — all nations in the thick of the unrest that has pervaded the Middle East — confronted the crisis in the region at the annual U.N. gathering of world leaders

The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2025

UAE Defends Israel Ties As Gaza War Concerns Grow

A top Emirati diplomat on Monday defended her country's decision to maintain ties with Israel despite its mounting concern over the war in Gaza.

International Business Times · Feb 12, 2024

US is engaging in high-level diplomacy to avoid vetoing a UN resolution on critical aid for Gaza

The United States, key allies and Arab nations are engaging in high-level diplomacy in hopes of avoiding another U.S. veto of a new U.N. resolution on desperately needed aid to Gaza ahead of a long-delayed vote now scheduled for Thursday morning

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2023

Israel-Gaza war: UN Security Council vote on ceasefire and aid delayed again

The US is seeking to change the wording of the text

Evening Standard · Dec 20, 2023

Gaza death toll surpasses 20,000 as UN Security Council delays vote on aid

The grim milestone comes as the UN’s top decision-making body postpones a key vote on Gaza aid for the third time.

Al Jazeera · Dec 20, 2023

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Al Jazeera · Dec 11, 2023

UN envoys say ‘enough’ to Israel-Hamas war on trip to Gaza border

EU’s top diplomat, Josep Borrell, says situation in Gaza ‘catastrophic, apocalyptic’.

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023

UN Security Council fails again to address Israel-Hamas war, rejecting US and Russian resolutions

The U.N. Security Council has failed again to address the Israeli-Hamas war in Gaza, rejecting rival United States and Russian resolutions

Zenger · Oct 10, 2023

Israel Urges International Solidarity To Eradicate Hamas Terror Infrastructure

Israeli ambassador calls for complete obliteration of Hamas following terrorist assault

The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023

More than 700 million people don't know when — or if — they will eat again, UN food chief says

The head of the United Nations food agency says a global hunger crisis has left more than 700 million people not knowing when or if they will eat again

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Al Jazeera · Jun 15, 2023

Pope, grand imam make call for peace at UN Security Council

Pope Francis and Sheikh Ahmed al-Tayeb, grand imam of Al-Azhar, address UN meeting on need for ‘human fraternity’.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 28, 2023

UN Security Council Unanimously Condemns Taliban's Crackdown on Women's Rights

The UN Security Council unanimously condemned on Thursday a Taliban administration ban on Afghan women working for the United Nations in Afghanistan and called on Taliban leaders to "swiftly reverse" a crackdown on the rights of women and girls. The resolution - drafted by the United Arab Emirates and Japan…

The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2023

UN seeks independent ideas on tackling Afghanistan's Taliban

The United Nations Security Council has unanimously adopted a resolution calling for independent recommendations on how a united international community should address the enormous challenges confronting Afghanistan

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 14, 2023

Afghan Rulers Urged to Reverse Ban on Women Aid Workers

A strong majority of the UN Security Council urged Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers Friday to immediately reverse all “oppressive” restrictions on girls and women including the latest ban on women working for aid organizations which is exacerbating the already critical humanitarian crisis in the country. The joint statement from 11 of…

Al Jazeera · Jan 19, 2022

UAE calls for UNSC meeting as coalition renews Yemen air raids

Saudi-led forces launch further attacks on Sanaa following Houthis’ deadly drone attack on Abu Dhabi.

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