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ABU DHABI, Jan 30 (KUNA) -- UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed, via phone on Friday, the strong strategic relations between the two countries and key regional developments.
During the call, Sheikh Abdullah and Rubio reviewed the current situation in the Gaza Strip, the importance of supporting the objectives of the 'Board of Peace', the UAE news agency (WAM) reported.
They mulled the implementation of US President Donald Trump's plan in all its obligations and phases, stressing the need to enhance the humanitarian response to the needs of civilians in Gaza and alleviate their suffering.
Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to working closely with the United States and various 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.
Sheikh Abdullah also addressed the tragic developments in Sudan's civil war, highlighting the importance of reaching an immediate and unconditional ceasefire and transitioning to an independent civilian government free from the control of the warring parties.
The two sides further discussed several key issues of common interest related to the strategic partnership between the UAE and the United States. (end)
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