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United Arab Emirates restates unwavering backing for Qatar, denounces recent Israeli assault

In the emergency session at the Geneva Human Rights Council, the United Arab Emirates asserted that the Israeli military operations in Doha blatantly violated international law and the principles outlined in the UN Charter.

United Arab Emirates reaffirms solid backing for Qatar, speaks out against Israel's recent...
United Arab Emirates reaffirms solid backing for Qatar, speaks out against Israel's recent offensive action

United Arab Emirates restates unwavering backing for Qatar, denounces recent Israeli assault

In a significant statement delivered at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Jamal Jama Al Musharakh, Permanent Representative of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), strongly condemned an Israeli attack on Qatar. The attack, which reportedly targeted senior Hamas officials in Doha, was described as a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of an Arab Gulf state and a UN Member State.

Al Musharakh emphasized that the attack constitutes a clear breach of international law and the UN Charter, and threatens regional peace and stability. He reaffirmed the UAE's full solidarity with Qatar, stating that the security and stability of Qatar is crucial for the security and stability of all Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states.

The UAE's representative underscored the importance of upholding the principles of the UN Charter to prevent further escalation and instability. He warned that any aggression against a GCC member state is an attack on the collective Gulf security framework. Al Musharakh also conveyed the UAE's condolences and sympathy to Qatar over the death of a member of its Internal Security Force due to the Israeli attack.

The debate was held at the request of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the GCC. Al Musharakh emphasized that continued provocative and hostile rhetoric could lead to instability and dangerous trajectories in the region. He reiterated the UAE's commitment to working with the international community to ensure peace, security, and respect for human rights in the Middle East.

The attack, allegedly initiated by Israel in an airstrike, is a grave violation of the core principles of human rights. It is important to note that the U.S., under then-President Trump, was notified in advance and reportedly 'blessed' the strike. However, the focus of Al Musharakh's statement was on the need for international cooperation to uphold peace and security, and to respect the sovereignty of all UN Member States.

In conclusion, the UAE's strong condemnation of the Israeli attack on Qatar at the UN Human Rights Council underscores the importance of international cooperation in maintaining peace and security, and respecting the sovereignty of all UN Member States. The UAE reaffirmed its full solidarity with Qatar and expressed continued support in maintaining its security and stability.

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