Mohamed and Starmer back two-state solution

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from the Sir Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

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The two sides discussed developments in the Middle East and efforts to address the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. They also affirmed the two countries' commitment to supporting all efforts aimed at strengthening regional security and stability.

The two sides underscored the importance of advancing towards a just, lasting, and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution as the path to fostering stability in the region and building a better future for all its countries and peoples.

The President emphasised the need to reach an urgent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and ensure the unimpeded flow of humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of its residents.

During the call, UAE President commended the British Prime Minister's statements regarding the United Kingdom's intention to recognise the State of Palestine.

Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcomed the announcement by Starmer regarding the UK government's intention to recognise the State of Palestine at the UN General Assembly meetings in September.