The foreign ministers of the UAE and Japan have discussed ways to stop the escalation between the Palestinian and Israeli sides and protect civilians caught in the conflict.
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed with his Japanese counterpart, Yōko Kamikawa, the repercussions of the unfolding crisis, especially the humanitarian and security situation.
During a telephone call, Sheikh Abdullah stressed that all current international and regional efforts should focus on immediately stopping the violence, exercising the utmost restraint, and protecting civilians.
The two ministers also reviewed the UAE-Japan bilateral relations and their determination to further strengthen them.
They discussed the UAE's preparations to host COP28 and Japan's participation in this major global event.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call on Saturday with Delcy Rodríguez, Acting President ofVenezuela, to convey his sincere condolences over the victims of the recent earthquake and wish a speedy recovery to those injured.
The UAE Ministry of Defence has announced the death of soldier Issa Ghuloom Al Baloushi, who passed away during a training mission in the country on Saturday.
The UAE has expressed deep concern over the continued military escalation by the two warring parties in several areas of Sudan, including El Obeid, and the impact on civilians and the worsening humanitarian situation.
Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE is sending humanitarian aid to people affected by the ongoing crisis in Lebanon through the UAE Aid Agency.