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The UAE Helped Fuel the Sudan Genocide. Now One of Its Diplomats Wants To Lead the United Nations
Zeteo | Substack • • world
Key Points:
- Lana Nusseibeh has entered the race to become the United Nations' 10th Secretary-General and could be the first woman, Muslim, and person of Palestinian descent to hold the position.
- Nusseibeh previously served as the UAE's minister of state for foreign affairs and Permanent Representative to the UN, roles during which she allegedly downplayed the UAE’s role in the Sudanese genocide.
- Critics argue that her potential appointment could severely damage the credibility of the UN due to her controversial record.
- The UN Security Council is likely to confirm Nusseibeh, partly because other candidates reportedly face opposition from the Trump administration.
- Her selection is viewed by some as a significant misjudgment that could have long-term negative consequences for the UN’s reputation.
