The UAE condemns the attack on a UN helicopter and South Sudanese troops, which led to casualties and injuries, as a violation of international law, expressing solidarity with UN forces and condolences to the victims.
The United Arab Emirates has issued a strong condemnation regarding the recent attack on a United Nations helicopter, alongside assaults on South Sudan People’s Defense Forces in Upper Nile State. This aggression culminated in the death of one international force member and several government troops, with additional injuries incurred by two helicopter crew members.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs articulated its deep disapproval of this violence, asserting that it contradicts the tenets of international law and highlights the dangers faced by personnel involved in international peacekeeping efforts. Moreover, the Ministry expressed solidarity with nations contributing to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and offered heartfelt condolences to both the United Nations and the South Sudan government, wishing for a swift recovery for the injured personnel.
In summary, the UAE government has firmly denounced the attack on UN and South Sudanese forces, underscoring the violation of international law. Their solidarity with UN forces and condolences to the affected families emphasize the UAE’s commitment to global peacekeeping efforts.
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