Vice President Hussein Al Sheikh met on Tuesday evening with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The Sheikh briefed the UAE Foreign Minister on developments in Palestine, including ways to achieve a ceasefire and deliver humanitarian aid, the need for the Palestinian Authority to assume its civil and security responsibilities, the withdrawal of occupation forces, and the commencement of a political process based on international legitimacy.

The meeting, held in Abu Dhabi, discussed current developments in the region and their various repercussions, particularly the worsening humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, and the importance of intensifying international efforts to address urgent humanitarian needs.

In this regard, the Vice President thanked the UAE for its supportive stance on the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people in international forums, as well as its humanitarian and relief support in Gaza and for hospitals in Jerusalem.

In turn, the UAE Foreign Minister affirmed the UAE's fraternal and historic stances toward the Palestinian people, its unwavering commitment to standing by them, and supporting their legitimate aspirations for sustainable peace, stability, development, and a dignified life.

He pointed out the need for concerted international efforts at this stage to address the worsening humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip and build a sustainable humanitarian response to meet the needs of civilians suffering from tragic conditions. He stressed that the UAE will spare no effort in extending a helping hand to the Palestinian people and providing them with the necessary humanitarian support.

Meanwhile, sources told Al-Quds that the UAE promised the sheikh $100 million in financial support to the treasury.