Exclusive: UK leans towards backing UAE's Lana Nusseibeh for UN secretary-general
Exclusive: UK leans towards backing UAE's Lana Nusseibeh for UN secretary-general Submitted by Imran Mulla on Mon, 10/26/2026 - 14:35 Nusseibeh's candidacy has drawn controversy over the UAE's alleged support for the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan UAE representative to the United Nations Lana Nusseibeh speaks during a security council meeting on the situation in the Middle East at the UN…
The United Kingdom is considering supporting Emirati diplomat Lana Nusseibeh as the next United Nations secretary-general, according to Middle East Eye. Nusseibeh's candidacy has faced criticism due to the UAE's alleged involvement in Sudan's civil war, where it is accused of supporting paramilitary groups accused of genocide. However, the UK, a permanent UN member, is reportedly leaning towards backing Nusseibeh, which could improve relations with the UAE at a time of strained ties.
If elected, Nusseibeh would be the first female UN secretary-general and the second Arab leader in the position.
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