Exclusive: UK leans towards backing UAE's Lana Nusseibeh for UN secretary-general
UK considers backing UAE's Lana Nusseibeh for UN secretary-general
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- Primary Driver: UK considers backing UAE's Lana Nusseibeh for UN secretary-general
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The UK has shifted towards supporting Lana Nusseibeh, a UAE diplomat, for the position of UN secretary-general. This decision is reportedly based on Nusseibeh's pledge to engage in dialogue with Iran if elected.
The UAE diplomat's nomination has sparked criticism, particularly regarding her country's role in Sudan. Middle East Eye and The Globe and Mail have highlighted concerns over the UAE's involvement in Sudan, with The Guardian calling it an 'outrage'.
The reporting is largely focused on the implications of Nusseibeh's nomination, but details about the UK's deliberation process are not yet specified.
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Sources (4)
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UAE’s Nusseibeh Pledges Dialogue With Iran If Elected UN ChiefBloomberg.com · 17h ago
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UAE diplomat becomes front-runner in United Nations race, sparking criticism over Sudan roleThe Globe and Mail · 17h ago
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Exclusive: UK leans towards backing UAE's Lana Nusseibeh for UN secretary-generalMiddle East Eye · 17h ago
The obvious questions
What is Lana Nusseibeh's stance on Iran?
Nusseibeh has pledged to engage in dialogue with Iran if elected as UN secretary-general
What is the UK's current stance on Nusseibeh's nomination?
The UK is reportedly considering supporting Nusseibeh's candidacy
What are the criticisms surrounding Nusseibeh's nomination?
Critics are focusing on the UAE's role in Sudan, with some calling it an 'outrage'
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