{
  "id": 9401249,
  "title": "UAE welcomes US statement on efforts for immediate humanitarian truce in Sudan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/uae-welcomes-us-statement-on-efforts-for-immediate-humanitarian-truce",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-23T19:04:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-welcomes-us-statement-on-efforts-for-immediate-humanitarian-truce-in-sudan-1.500685647"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai: Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, the Minister of State for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has expressed his appreciation for the United States' statement on efforts towards peace in Sudan. The statement emphasized the need for an immediate and unconditional humanitarian truce, as well as a commitment to a political dialogue aimed at transitioning towards a civilian government. Sheikh Shakhboot praised US President Donald Trump for averting Sudan from further descent into extremism, fragmentation, and a worsening humanitarian crisis. He reiterated the UAE's ongoing support for international initiatives to bring an end to the conflict in Sudan and its determination to collaborate with allies in pursuit of a political resolution that alleviates the plight of the Sudanese people.\n\nFurthermore, Sheikh Shakhboot lauded the endeavors of Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State, and Dr. Massad Boulos, the US Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs, who have urged both sides to cease hostilities and enhance the chances of achieving a political resolution to the Sudan crisis. He also advocated for the extension of the existing UN arms embargo throughout the entire territory of Sudan, asserting that it is a crucial step to stop hostilities and safeguard civilians. The UAE has unequivocally denied involvement in the ongoing war in Sudan and has called for an end to foreign military support.\n\nIn addition to its humanitarian efforts, the UAE has announced the provision of $30 million in emergency aid to the El Obeid region in Sudan. The UAE has also called for a swift ceasefire in Sudan and for the expansion of the arms embargo to address the escalating humanitarian situation in the country.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, welcomed the US statement on efforts to achieve peace in Sudan, including its call for an immediate and unconditional humanitarian truce, and a commitment to a comprehensive political dialogue leading to a transition toward a civilian government. Sheikh Shakhboot commended the leadership of US President Donald Trump in preventing…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}