ABU DHABI, 21st November, 2025 (WAM) -- His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, initiated a phone call with His Excellency Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State, to discuss ongoing regional developments, as well as the strategic relations between the two countries.
His Highness and H.E. Rubio discussed the tragic developments of the civil war in Sudan, and reaffirmed the importance of achieving an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, and ensuring the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid to civilians.
His Highness welcomed the statements of U.S. President Donald Trump calling for an end to the horrific atrocities committed against civilians during the civil war which has been ongoing for over two years. His Highness also welcomed the U.S. President’s leading efforts aimed at achieving stability in Sudan.
The two sides discussed the situation in the Gaza Strip and developments related to the ‘Board of Peace’, particularly following the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2803, drafted by the U.S. on Gaza. His Highness stressed the importance of advancing efforts to support U.S. President Trump’s comprehensive plan to end the conflict in Gaza, which aims to achieve security, stability, and sustainable prosperity for the peoples of the region.
Furthermore, His Highness and H.E. Rubio discussed the strategic relations between the UAE and United States, and ways to enhance cooperation across various sectors.
In this regard, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed noted that he was keen to initiate the call with H.E. Marco Rubio to convey his sincere gratitude and appreciation to U.S. President Donald Trump for the recent decision announced by the White House authorizing the export of advanced AI semiconductors to G42. His Highness underscored that this decision reflects the depth of the strategic relations between the two countries, as well as the continued growth and development witnessed in bilateral ties across various fields.