October 1, 2025
UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, urging an immediate end to the Gaza conflict and highlighting the urgent need for a sustainable ceasefire.
On September 26, 2025, UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in New York during the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The meeting focused on the escalating situation in Gaza, with Sheikh Abdullah emphasizing the urgent need to end the ongoing conflict. He called for a permanent and sustainable ceasefire to prevent further loss of life and alleviate the humanitarian crisis affecting civilians in the Gaza Strip. Arab News
The UAE has been actively involved in diplomatic efforts to address the Gaza conflict, advocating for international cooperation to facilitate humanitarian aid and support reconstruction efforts. During the meeting, Sheikh Abdullah reiterated the UAE's commitment to peace and stability in the region, underscoring the importance of dialogue and negotiation in resolving the crisis.
This engagement comes amid heightened tensions and widespread condemnation of the violence in Gaza. The UAE's diplomatic approach reflects its broader strategy of balancing regional alliances while advocating for humanitarian principles and the protection of civilian lives.
The discussions between Sheikh Abdullah and Prime Minister Netanyahu are part of ongoing international efforts to mediate a ceasefire and address the underlying issues contributing to the prolonged conflict in Gaza. The UAE's involvement underscores its role as a key player in Middle Eastern diplomacy and its commitment to fostering peace and stability in the region.
