The United Arab Emirates has formally welcomed the deployment of a United Nations assessment mission to Sudan’s besieged city of Al Fasher, characterizing the development as a critical advancement toward reestablishing humanitarian corridors for civilians trapped in the conflict-ridden region. Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, emphasized that this initial access must evolve into a consistent and reliable operational framework rather than merely symbolic gestures.
Minister Al Hashimy articulated the urgent necessity for unimpeded aid distribution, stating that assistance must rapidly reach Al Fasher and extend to all vulnerable communities throughout Sudan. She stressed that such operations must adhere strictly to international humanitarian law while ensuring civilian protection. The UAE official further commended United States diplomatic leadership in facilitating the mission and acknowledged the extraordinary efforts of UN agencies, OCHA, and humanitarian partners operating under perilous conditions.
In her statement, the minister issued a direct appeal to all conflict parties to permit comprehensive humanitarian access across all viable routes nationwide. She called for an immediate humanitarian truce without preconditions, noting that UAE stands prepared to activate its humanitarian logistics capabilities and operational hub resources to accelerate life-saving assistance delivery once access is secured.
The UAE continues to collaborate with regional and international partners through multilateral frameworks including the Quad, advocating for sustained humanitarian access and an immediate nationwide ceasefire. Additionally, the Emirates has urged the international community to enhance financial support for OCHA and humanitarian organizations to scale operations commensurate with the severe humanitarian crisis unfolding across Sudan.