UAE calls for stronger efforts to end Gaza's suffering

The UAE has called for stronger and more coordinated international efforts to end the suffering in Gaza.

Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, said that stability and peace can only be secured through a just resolution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, and a political path that leads to the two-state solution.

She added that an immediate Gaza ceasefire and the release of all hostages and detainees are crucial first steps toward peace and security in the Palestinian Territory.

The minister also called for the deployment of a temporary international mission to Gaza, officially invited by the Palestinian government.

This mission, under the leadership of a credible and independent new Prime Minister, will ensure transparent operations adhering to global standards.

It will be responsible for efficiently responding to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, establishing law and order, laying the groundwork for governance, and paving the way to reunite Gaza and the West Bank under a single, legitimate Palestinian Authority.

Al Hashimy stressed that Israel, as the occupying power, must do its part to achieve the vision of the international community according to international law and human rights principles.

"Gaza cannot recover if it continues to live under a blockade, or if the legitimate Palestinian Authority is not allowed to take on its responsibilities and to stop withholding its financing, also highlighting the need to halt constructing settlements and violence in the West Bank and East Jerusalem," she explained.

Al Hashimy emphasised that the UAE believes in the importance of intensifying efforts by regional and international partners, as well as coordinating collective action to achieve a peaceful and prosperous future for Israelis and Palestinians and all nations in the region.

She affirmed the significant role of the United States within these endeavours, including rebuilding Gaza and promoting peace, together with the countries of the region.

The UAE will continue its extensive humanitarian support for Palestinians and will work with the UN and other international partners to intensify efforts to alleviate the humanitarian suffering.

Al Hashimy highlighted that during the past ten months, the UAE has dispatched 39,756 tonnes of urgent supplies to the Gaza Strip through 8 ships, 1,271 trucks, and 337 flights.

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