AMMAN — UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan underlined his country’s opposition to the displacement of Palestinians during a meeting on Wednesday with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the national news agency, WAM, reported.

 

Sheikh Mohamed hosted Rubio in Abu Dhabi, over  talks on bilateral cooperation and ways to enhance UAE-US relations, according to WAM.

 

Their talks also covered regional and international issues, with a focus on the Middle East and the ongoing crisis in Gaza, the agency said.

 

Sheikh Mohamed reiterated the UAE’s opposition to any forced displacement of Palestinians and emphasized the need for a path to lasting peace through a two-state solution.

 

He also underscored the importance of linking Gaza’s reconstruction efforts to long-term stability and peace in the region, according to WAM. 

 

The UAE leader warned against the expansion of the conflict, saying it posed a significant threat to regional security.

 

The UAE has called for de-escalation in Gaza and continues to push for humanitarian relief efforts in the Palestinian territory, it said.