Abdullah bin Zayed receives phone call from US Secretary of State

January 30, 2026 / 11:09 PM

Sharjah24-WAM: His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a phone call from Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, during which they discussed the strong strategic relationship between the two countries and key regional developments.

During the call, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah and the US Secretary of State reviewed the situation in the Gaza Strip, the importance of supporting the objectives of the 'Board of Peace', and the implementation of US President Donald Trump’s plan in all its obligations and phases. They also emphasised the need to enhance the humanitarian response to the needs of civilians in Gaza and alleviate their suffering.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to working closely with the United States and with regional and international partners to consolidate lasting peace and stability in the region and to ensure dignified living conditions and development opportunities for its peoples.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah, during the call, also addressed the tragic developments in Sudan’s civil war, emphasising the need for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire and a transition to an independent civilian government free from the control of the warring parties.

The two sides further discussed a number of issues of mutual interest related to the strategic partnership between the UAE and the United States.