DUBAI: The president of the UAE reaffirmed his country’s stance against the displacement of Palestinians during a meeting on Wednesday with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the UAE news agency WAM reported.
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan hosted Rubio in Abu Dhabi, where the two discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to strengthen ties, according to UAE state media.
Their talks also covered regional and international issues, with a focus on the Middle East and the ongoing crisis in Gaza.
Sheikh Mohamed reiterated the UAE’s opposition to any forced displacement of Palestinians and emphasized the need for a path to lasting peace through a two-state solution.
He also underscored the importance of linking Gaza’s reconstruction efforts to long-term stability and peace in the region.
The UAE leader warned against the expansion of the conflict, saying it posed a significant threat to regional security.
Senior Emirati officials, including National Security Adviser Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al-Nahyan and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, attended the meeting.
The UAE has called for de-escalation in Gaza and continues to push for humanitarian relief efforts in the Palestinian territory.
